2020 rt27. Radar mast removal

Anyone know how to get the base plate off the roof ? My master spontaneously disassembled splitting the weld between the posts and the base plate.

There are 6 screws but the must be through bolted because they just spin.

Do I have to remove the wood head strip inside to get to the nuts on the back side? Or is there some other midevil method theyre attached.

I can't get it welded in place and have to remove that base plate.

I have this video (just published, actually), over on my Patreon site.

Start at timestamp 10:50 for where I go over the mast, how to take it apart and put it back together again.

Boater added a FLIR (too much weight). Mast came crashing down (welds broke), and shattered an atrium window as well.
I put it all back together for him. SInce I had his boat torn apart, I decided to put a video together that illustrates what's all involved with running cables through the boat, how to take the mast apart, how to stand it back up, etc... Enjoy...





This is an unlisted/hidden link on YouTube.
How to Run Cable Through a Ranger Tug R27: VHF, FLIR, and Mast Wiring Done Right

Thanks I was afraid it was having to remove that "pod" After the screws are out does the sealant cut with a knife, or do I need to pack my oscillating zipsaw ?

Jcat2010 said:

Thanks I was afraid it was having to remove that "pod" After the screws are out does the sealant cut with a knife, or do I need to pack my oscillating zipsaw ?

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I used a knife, and a lot of patience. I would not use a zipsaw, or oscillating saw. It's the sealant, Sikaflex 291 you're cutting. But it's your boat.

Here's additional footage, from when I installed my cell antenna and had to take the mast off my boat.

Start at time stamp 5:35