jackbnymble
New member
- Joined
- Oct 13, 2016
- Messages
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- Fluid Motion Model
- C-24 C SE
- Hull Identification Number
- USFMLT2126L2
- Vessel Name
- Traveler
This was my first DIY on my new-to-me 21-EC. I have, on a couple of occasions, needed to step onto the swim platform from the cockpit. Having the extra hurdle of the stern rail seemed a little awkard, not to mention dangerous.
The rail is held in place on both sides by short shoulder screws. I found that by removing one, the rail can swing up and out of the way. That was exactly what I wanted to do.
I used a round file on one side and reamed out the threads. I went to ACE Hardware and found a ¼” quick-release pin to replace the screw. I used a zip-tie to keep the pin from going overboard. To complete the project, I used Threadlocker Blue on the one shoulder screw and the two set screws. Et viola!
That four-sentence explanation took me several hours over three days to complete. Reaming out the threads took hours. Getting the rail cut to the proper length took two trips to a machine shop. And, I visited the nice folks at the local ACE on several occasions for all the right parts and tools.
I am really happy with the end result. I just hope that the people at Ranger Tugs don’t call me to tell me I’ve undermined the integrity of the entire boat.
Pictures provided in my photo album.
The rail is held in place on both sides by short shoulder screws. I found that by removing one, the rail can swing up and out of the way. That was exactly what I wanted to do.
I used a round file on one side and reamed out the threads. I went to ACE Hardware and found a ¼” quick-release pin to replace the screw. I used a zip-tie to keep the pin from going overboard. To complete the project, I used Threadlocker Blue on the one shoulder screw and the two set screws. Et viola!
That four-sentence explanation took me several hours over three days to complete. Reaming out the threads took hours. Getting the rail cut to the proper length took two trips to a machine shop. And, I visited the nice folks at the local ACE on several occasions for all the right parts and tools.
I am really happy with the end result. I just hope that the people at Ranger Tugs don’t call me to tell me I’ve undermined the integrity of the entire boat.
Pictures provided in my photo album.