Cut down Axis Aluminum Mast?

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Johndesu

NSW

574 posts

Johndesu

NSW, 574 posts

18 Jun 2023 12:00pm

Just wondering if anyone knows if it is possible to cut a red Axis Aluminum Mast and then just re insert / tap threads etc., does the solid aluminum go all the way thru the mast? with just the center that is hollow?;-) thanks:-)

BigSeppo

120 posts

BigSeppo

120 posts

18 Jun 2023 10:16am

Can't speak to Axis. But a couple years ago I took bent aluminum Takuma and F-One masts to a friend who cut them below the bend and retapped them. Seemed to be no trouble for him. Those masts are still in service today.

Piros

QLD

7310 posts

Piros

QLD, 7310 posts

18 Jun 2023 7:49pm

Yes you can how much do you want to cut off . If you end up cutting off the rubber inserts you can push them back out and try to press in to make waterproof again or just seal with Sika flex . Re tap the threads with a M8 . Cutting the top is generally easier .

Johndesu

NSW

574 posts

Johndesu

NSW, 574 posts

18 Jun 2023 11:37pm

Piros said..
Yes you can how much do you want to cut off . If you end up cutting off the rubber inserts you can push them back out and try to press in to make waterproof again or just seal with Sika flex . Re tap the threads with a M8 . Cutting the top is generally easier .

Yeah I thought so thanks Rob:-)

yendor

NSW

262 posts

yendor

NSW, 262 posts

19 Sep 2023 1:04pm

Yes you can.
I chopped 60mm and retapped and sealed.

timmcg89

25 posts

timmcg89

WA, 25 posts

20 Sep 2023 4:16am

Has anyone successfully sealed the ali mast to base plate, or just the mast to prevent water getting in.. my 75cm is water tight, but just bought a 82 iand it's not. I'm happy to Permanently fuse it to base plate if that works? Any how to videos or old threads would be greatly appreciated!

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