Hydraulicjump
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- Joined
- Feb 10, 2011
- Messages
- 646
- Fluid Motion Model
- C-30 CB
- Hull Identification Number
- FMLT2911F415
- Non-Fluid Motion Model
- Necky Looksha VII, Liquidlogic Remix, Jackson 4Fun
- Vessel Name
- La Barka (2015)
Another in an endless line of questions for you veterans. I am trying to imitate Barry Cohen's best ever cockpit mod on YOLO (according to my wife), but at less cost:
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Instead of having someone build a whole new port side lazarette like Barry did, I have constructed a box (with lid on it to store dock lines) out of 1/2" Starboard that will rest on top of the lazarette. It is strong (you can jump up and down on it). I have also built an insert just like Yolo's that will span the area between the stern bench seat and the box on top of the lazarette. Removing the insert allows me to open the lazarette and/or get access to the batteries.
I am down to my last steps, which include ordering the custom cushions (very expensive) and attaching the box to the lazarette. The latter is making me nervous. I will have to drill through the thick part of the top (which presumably has a foam core) to get this done. The lazarette is strong, as are the hinges, but I am worried about drilling through and how to secure the box in a way that does not harm the lazarette. Any of you done this and do you have any cautions?
Happy Memorial Day weekend. One year ago today, after being schooled by Andrew, we set out on our first Puget Sound adventure with our R-27. Last evening we cruised the Sacramento River to listen to the sounds of the Jazz Festival and to watch the kooks attempt to drown themselves along the river on their jetskis and tow toys.
Still a fantastic boat and the glow has not diminished one bit.
Jeff
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Instead of having someone build a whole new port side lazarette like Barry did, I have constructed a box (with lid on it to store dock lines) out of 1/2" Starboard that will rest on top of the lazarette. It is strong (you can jump up and down on it). I have also built an insert just like Yolo's that will span the area between the stern bench seat and the box on top of the lazarette. Removing the insert allows me to open the lazarette and/or get access to the batteries.
I am down to my last steps, which include ordering the custom cushions (very expensive) and attaching the box to the lazarette. The latter is making me nervous. I will have to drill through the thick part of the top (which presumably has a foam core) to get this done. The lazarette is strong, as are the hinges, but I am worried about drilling through and how to secure the box in a way that does not harm the lazarette. Any of you done this and do you have any cautions?
Happy Memorial Day weekend. One year ago today, after being schooled by Andrew, we set out on our first Puget Sound adventure with our R-27. Last evening we cruised the Sacramento River to listen to the sounds of the Jazz Festival and to watch the kooks attempt to drown themselves along the river on their jetskis and tow toys.
Still a fantastic boat and the glow has not diminished one bit.
Jeff