[Public-list] Pushpit, et al

[George Mathis]

Well, the word from Tops N Quality is I need to rob a bank!

-- George

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<quote>In 1970 the stern rail was probably a mechanical rail, fittings opposed to a
welded rail. I have several different specs for welded rails, but they both
are single rails. To do some kind of rail with a gate opening for a ladder
would require a double rail. The basic double stern rail runs $814.00 plus
shipping via motor freight. To add a cable gate to the rail would be
$108.00. Transom mounted stern ladders start at $199.75, to incorporate a
ladder to attach to the stern rail would run about an additional $75.00. If
you have any questions let me know. I have attached a measuring guide for a
stern rail that was done in 1983. Thanks Greg.</quote>

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George Mathis wrote:

> 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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