Imbedded Footings for Half Tower
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Imbedded Footings for Half Tower
Thought some of you might be interested in how I'm building in the footings for Hancock's half tower. As usual, at this stage of his website, I'll let the images do most of the talking. Happy to answer any questions...
http://bertram31.com/hancock/img/bridge/tower/
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http://bertram31.com/hancock/img/bridge/tower/
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TefGel will avert that problem with only one application at the time of installation...Raybo Marine NY wrote:that is slick, the only thing I dont like about plates is that should the top need to be removed the bolts will usually break from corrosion.
Now should he be a very good boat owner and remove those bolts and apply a teflon gel every 6 months or so then im sure he wont have a problem.
http://wolfwire.com/tefgel/frameset.htm
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I can't say when we embedded the aluminum plate that removing the tower was ever part of the equation.
Can't imagine ever having to take this thing off after running all the wire through it.
Even with the 2" legs I might suggest supporting the rocket launcher with some vertical supports That was the weak point in our set up, it provided a significant harmonic when loaded with Penn 80's and 50's. After the supports were installed they seemed to have removed a considerable amount of "play" out of the hard top.
Its great to see how ideas are massaged and improved upon amongst different boats. I recognize the flat screen set up and see the way you kept the helm pod above the bridge line. Will Pat's bridge be set up as a stand up helm or more traditional as a sit down like Buddy Boys?
Neat stuff I love the series or generation improvements from one boat to the other. Almost makes me want to do another one.
Can't imagine ever having to take this thing off after running all the wire through it.
Even with the 2" legs I might suggest supporting the rocket launcher with some vertical supports That was the weak point in our set up, it provided a significant harmonic when loaded with Penn 80's and 50's. After the supports were installed they seemed to have removed a considerable amount of "play" out of the hard top.
Its great to see how ideas are massaged and improved upon amongst different boats. I recognize the flat screen set up and see the way you kept the helm pod above the bridge line. Will Pat's bridge be set up as a stand up helm or more traditional as a sit down like Buddy Boys?
Neat stuff I love the series or generation improvements from one boat to the other. Almost makes me want to do another one.
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I agree that generational improvements on different applications are great, a great way on improving things as to each individuals needs an looks for each boat. Adds alot of character to me. Great thinking Guys. Keep it up.
Thats whats so neat about this site.
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Thats whats so neat about this site.
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