When I brought my DS1 project home, the mast was supported quite forward, preventing the hatch of my VW Atlas SUV from opening. It's a power operated hatch so it's a trick to make sure it doesn't open up too quickly. When parked in the driveway, the front end of the mast is just at head height, sticking out from the trailer hitch, and I've inadvertently wacked my head on the mast, despite the end being painted fluorescent orange.
I'm thinking of making my front mast support post from the A section of the trailer winch structure. (Maybe 12" to the rear of the brown mast support. ) I want to move the mast back enough that the Atlas power hatch can open without smashing into the mast. Dropping the mast to just clear the Cuddy so it's more visible and maybe more streamlined while towing.
I've made a bracket that attaches to the rear (bottom) end of the mast with SS gear clamps, with another pair of tail lamps. In this configuration, the mast will extend 7' behind the transom of the DS1.
Any issues with this mast support location?
Appreciate your feedback.
John.