Large drill bits for wood have a large "starter" screw on their tips. You could chuck one in a drill or "brace" and retrieve it that way. Caulk the hole, and reattach it to the mast.
Large drill bits for wood have a large "starter" screw on their tips. You could chuck one in a drill or "brace" and retrieve it that way. Caulk the hole, and reattach it to the mast.
I would take a piece of wood that will reach the bottom and stick out above the deck. Put some plumbers putty on the stick a push down on the cap, let set up. I would flip the boat an slowly work the stick slowly to remove the cap.
Good idea, using a stick. Everyone can find one, while air compressors and pressure washers may not fall readily to hand.
Not sure epoxy will stick (well enough) to the cap. I'd use Shoe Goo. There's a 24-hour wait for it to cure, but it's strong and will release with some effort.