# Elevator Mast
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Vibra-TITE VC-3 Threadmate ([Vibra-TITE](https://wcproducts.com/products/threadlocker)) is recommended on all bolts that thread into a tapped hole.
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## Step 1
Assemble the Elevator Mast Vertical Tube with an aluminum tube plug and appropriate plastic tube plug sleeve. The tube plug can be installed using #10-32 x 3/8”L bolts.
Repeat this step for both Elevator Mast Vertical Tubes.
## Step 2
Bolt the assembled vertical tubes for the mast to the Elevator Base Tube. The bottom face of the tube should be drilled to 3/8”, providing adequate clearance so the #10-32 x 3/8”L bolts can be installed inside the tube.
## Step 3
Install the Clamping Bearing Blocks as shown in the image below. The Bearing Blocks use 1/2” hole spacing.
Repeat this step for both sides of the Elevator Mast.
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Make sure to install the Bearing Blocks with only one of the 3/4" OD Radial Bearings on the back of the mast. This will allow for an easy installation process.
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## Step 4
Attach the Elevator Mast Cross Tube to the Elevator Mast Vertical Tubes using four #10-32 bolts and 2” long spacers. While the tube can be lower, it is recommended to mount it as high as possible to increase the strength of the elevator mast.
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Make sure to install the bearing blocks with the 3/4” radial bearings on the back of the mast and the bearing blocks without the 3/4” radial bearings on the front.
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## Step 5
Drill the holes marked in green on one of the Centered Bearing Plates to be clearance for #10-32. Once that is done, press the 1/2" Rounded Hex Bearings into both plates. Install both plates as shown in the image below using two #10-32 x 1-1/2"L bolts.
