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I have a 1990 Catalina 14.2 and recently purchased and replaced the spreaders, brackets and shrouds from CD. The installation diagram from Catalina shows the spreader positioning should be 30" width between the spreaders. Creating this width with these longer replacement spreaders means the mast...

It looks like you have replacement spreader brackets that I am getting ready to install. The install instructions are lacking and I’ve been searching around for photos, etc.good to see this photo.

I have a 1990 and am replacing my spreaders, brackets and shrouds. Has anyone done this? If so, how/where did you drill the new bracket holes. I’m finding I can use one of the original bracket holes, but will go a little higher for the other 3 holes. Any experience input would be appreciated.

Good to know. Did you add a wood or plastic backing like many have done?

Did you get the answer to this? I also just bought a motor mount from CD, but also uncomfortable drilling holes in the transom. It's hard to get anyone interested in doing small repairs/updates.

Good point! I read a couple threads that mentioned they had to cut it down. I’ll have to see when I get it.

You are absolutely right! I looked at an old Capri manual and it had diagrams of both. Mine missing the block. Thanks for your response.!

Picked up my boat a few days ago. I think I will getting a boom kicker. Not too expensive and easy enough to install.

Here is a shot of the top front of the mast. Does anyone know which connector is used to attach the roller furling? Someone in another forum said it is the tang. If that is the case, what is the what is the eye strap for? Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks! All good suggestions.

Good points and good idea. I was thinking of using a hand winch attached to the trailer to crank it up or down. I know many taller people can raise and lower the mast with no issue, but i'm on the shorter side. Thanks again for your reply. Very helpful!

Haven't picked up my boat yet, but I will need to check that out when I do. I can see how this would be an issue when rigging solo.

Thanks for the reply. I was thinking it might be that easy, but don't have my little boat in hand yet, so haven't tried it yet. Just trying to anticpate any problems.

Getting ready to purchase a 14.2. Stepping the mast seems doable, but not sure about lowering the mast. What techniques do 14.2 owners out there use?

I had a great call with Jeff at Lynn Sailboats in Houston. He has new Expos and is very informative. I'm looking to pay a bit less, if I can, so I will hold off on a new one for now.