[Public-list] Pushpit, et al

[George Mathis]

Thanks to all those who sent me deck pictures, or directed me to 
pictures. I was able to bed and mount almost all of #439's deck 
hardware. I ended up painting the boat, because I think it needed it, 
and because the boat I have dreamed about is blue ... feel free to check 
out my post at Tim Lackey's Triton site. The boat is coming together great.

http://www.triton381.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1209

I have a few questions to ask now that I have returned from a long week 
of work on the boat. Hopefully you folks are not yet tired of helping!

1) I don't seem to have a pushpit (aft pulpit). Any ideas where to get a 
used one?

2) Most of the deck hardware (cleats, winches, etc) was NOT backed up 
with a backing plate, just washers, and not even large ones. Is this 
typical?

3) The toe rails do not quite match the curve of the hull. Should I try 
to bend them when installing them? They are clearly labelled and seemed 
to be less curved than they need to be. #439 has 3 toerails on the port 
/ starboard sides that interlock. Has anyone else reinstalled these?

4) The handrail that goes above the cabin and inside the cabin is 
missing. Has anyone ever made a new one? It seems like it would not be 
tough, but if someone else has the measurements, I would like to use them.

5) The windows were a real pain! It seems the frames are NOT all 
identical and you must match them to a partner. Also, the smaller ones 
do not seem to fit the existing screw holes. Not to mention that "one 
size does not fit all" so you have to measure each window. I would have 
thought each of the smaller windows would be identical, but apparently 
not with #439. It seems there are two lengths of screws as well, and the 
shorter ones are not long enough for use with screws, the long ones 
barely are. My frames are in great shape, so I would like to use them, 
but had to leave three of the smaller windows undone because I ran out 
of long screws. Also, what thickness of Lexan do you suggest? I used 
quarter-inch but am thinking I may try something thicker. Has anyone 
reinstalled portlights?

6) I need new spreaders, my wood ones are toast. Anyone have dimensions 
or a fabricator they have used?

Thanks again for all the help.

-- George


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