Re: [Cal_Boats] Mast plate

I wanted to add a deck plate to my Cal 39 but time and money didn't allow. I have 6 mast base blocks, 2 of which were shot and of course being 30 years old I could not find blocks with the same base so that meant I had to drill 4 new holes for each block. I forget now how many new holes I drilled in my deck but lets see . . . 2 new winches = 12 1 replacement winch = 6 5 clutches = 10 1 deck organizer = 3 6 new mast base blocks = 24 1 mainsheet block = 4 downhaul leads = 4 downhaul turning blocks = 4 triple clutch to replace jammer = 6 Uhhmm geez that's 73 new holes and pretty much the same number were filled. I had the same phobia (as do a lot of guys I know so you aren't alone) but a big race was coming up and I had a deadline. Once you get past the first 2 or 3 AND you get them in the right place (very important not to f-up early in the game). I was drilling holes in stainless backing plates too so the pressure was doubled. You can do it but if you can use a deck plate, I'd go that route. Paul West Adventure Kwest '80 Cal 39 In a message dated 2/2/2010 11:18:21 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, gl… [at] yahoo.com writes: Has anyone installed a mast plate at the base of the mast to accept turning blocks for leading lines aft? I just bought a really nice one from Seals and I'm getting ready to install it. I like the idea of not drilling holes for every block I need at deck level, I have a childish aversion to drilling ANY holes in my boat. Any recommendations on installation (or a good shrink for my hole drilling issues)?