Can someone tell me the best procedure for installing a harken mastbase block to my E27. I am routing the main halyard to the cockpit and require the block to complete the project. The part number is 1986 and can be found on the link to West Marine site below. I assume the proper procedure is to cut some threads for stainless machine screws or should i just use a coarse thread stainless screw? What about the issue with dissimilar metals can i coat the stainless screws in something to avoid corrosion(lanacote)? Also, should i mount the block to the mast itself or to the mast step or maybe on the deck itself beside the step. Sorry for all of the questions...if on the deck itself i would through bolt with a backing plate. I am a bit nervous about drilling into the plywood sandwich of the mast step.
Thanks
Jarod
http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wc...L=true&storeNum=2&subdeptNum=329&classNum=495
Thanks
Jarod
http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wc...L=true&storeNum=2&subdeptNum=329&classNum=495
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