[quote=bh3700]I have a 1983 5.0 as well. It came without a captive ball mast base as well. I understand they changed to the captive ball system late in 1983 or 84. After raising the mast a couple of times, one of the first things I ordered was a replacement base from Murrays. This makes raising the mast much easier and safer in my opinion. The kit was around $160.
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Here is setup at the top of my mast. The main halyard should include a small ball that hooks to the small plate 6-8 inches from the top of the mast.
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