Pearson 424 Mas tWedge

aphil138 · #1 (**permalink**) 05-28-2003

Does anyone know what size mast wedge to use on an ''81 424. I bought one from RigRite - 1/2 inch by 21/2 but it appears to be just a little thick. The deck collar isn''t as oval as the mast.. It''s (61/2 total)1 inch larger from side to side, so that will fit ok, but fore/aft its about a 1/4 inch too small.(should be 9 3/4) but is only 9 1/2. Is it suppose to be that tight?
Alan
"unababted"

Denr · #2 (**permalink**) 05-29-2003

I would never use mast wedges again after so many years of positive experience with Spartite. The kit is complete with everything you''ll need to do a professional job. I still use a mast boot to keep things dry in the cabin. I have taken the mast in and out of the boat for 7 years and the stuff keeps on ticking. No wedgies for me anymore!

aphil138 · #3 (**permalink**) 06-02-2003

I know other Pearsons use the same piece of rubber wedge..... Where does one purchase such a piece?