Hi guys; I bought a 1973 E 25 cb this last spring. An E-bay purchase! I'm doing some rehab on the boat, didn't launch it this summer. I have the cast aluminum mast step just like the one in the picture from Joe Williams. My mast step tilts down towards the port side at least 5 to 10 degrees. Because I didn't launch the boat I don't know if this forces the mast to lean to port. Has anyone out there worked on the mast step? I'm wondering if the bolts in the top are threaded in or have nuts on the inside. Any input would be appreciated. Also, I'm going to try running a longer boom off an E 27 with a full batten mylar main off an Olsen 25. Also , I'm looking for opportunites to crew on other peoples boats. I travel the country, so let me know if you need crew. Mark in Cleveland