A separate question, have you had problems with the part of the comtip in the mast wearing and do you glue the comtip in place? I think some slop has developed in mine. It's on my list to check this winter.
I haven't really noticed any problem with the joint. My boat is a 2006 and may not have had as much use as yours.
My joint fits very tightly. I see no problem with gluing it but that would be permanent, of course.
