leaking deck ring

[chuck olson]

I HAVE A 1989 36' CAPE DORY. IT HAS A LEAK UNDER THE DECK RING THAT FINISHES THE THROUGH HOLE FOR THE MAST STEP.
MY QUESTION IS THIS. IF I TAKE OUT THE 1/4" LAG SCREWS,CAN I JUST KNOCK OUT THE DECK RING BY TAPPING IT UP FROM THE INSIDE?
I WOULD LIKE TO RE-BED THE RING,BUT I'M UNSURE ABOUT THE REMOVAL.
I WOULD REALY APPRECIATE ANY FEED BACK
THANKS
CHUCK OLSON



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