by GreenLake » Sun Mar 06, 2022 6:07 am
The answer is something neither yes or no. Generally, the rig is the same for all models of DS. However, masts can be keel-stepped or deck-stepped. (With a tabernacle or hinge, and either a section of mast profile or something else as a "compression post" below the tabernacle). Because many owners have converted their boats from keel-stepped to deck-stepped, there isn't a fully standardized height for the tabernacle.
Also, the hinges are of several designs, so you can't expect any mast with the top part of a hinge to work with the bottom part of some random tabernacle. Usually solved by fitting a new hinge. If the length of the top portion is longer than what you are replacing, you may have to trim it. Minor differences in mast height can be ignored, but you may need to readjust the shrouds or get new set.
But some masts have their "cut" at an odd location. If you can't replace the compression post for some reason, that is, you can't use the full new mast, then you may be out of luck.
Finally, even for keel-stepped masts there may be a slight difference in how the mast step is configured. You may need to replace of adapt the mast foot a bit.
If you are looking at a concrete scenario, start by carefully measuring old and new.
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