i know 2 ways to do #1. first (with the trailer coupled) is to slide the mast back and fore till its in perfect alignment, then pull the mast down with one hand and insert the pin with the other.
Yes, I tried that and it was a major PITA. I finally wound up recruiting my buddy to hold the end of the mast. 8/ I was really afraid that I was going to bend the mast permanently because it was bending a bit where it was hanging off the back of the boat...
option 2 uncouple the trailer so the load is off the mast, boat and trailer resting on the transoms. then its easier to move the mast ack and forth and hook up the pin. then put the trailer back on the car's hitch so you can do my above routine.
Hm. Can you describe this in more detail? I'm having trouble picturing what you mean. Thanks, and thanks everyone for your advice!
