[Rhodes22-list] cockpit filler support panels

[Wickman, William E]

I don't have any pictures outside those that are in my travel stories, but I have the factory version.  They consist of 4 panels that are made of the high denisty plastic that Stan uses, along with filler cusions that match our other cockpit cusions.  The panels work fine and are lightweight, but I have noticed that they are beginning to bend a bit from frequent use.  At some point I may have to add stiffiners or replace them with wooden boards.

Whatever you end up using, they are a fantastic addition to the boat.  I have incorporated everything from mosquito netting to tarps to just the bimini to cover the cockpit when sleeping. I recently bought a two man tent that someone here recommended and am looking forward to trying it out when the weather cools a bit.

Bill Wickamn
s/v Fina Lee

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From: rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org [rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org] on behalf of Lowe, Rob [rlowe at vt.edu]
Sent: Friday, July 22, 2011 8:45 AM
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Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] cockpit filler support panels

Anyone who has a board set up and could take some pictures, I'd like to see them just for reference.  Thanks - rob


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From: rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org [mailto:rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org] On Behalf Of Stephen Staum
Sent: Thursday, July 21, 2011 8:58 AM
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Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] cockpit filler support panels

David,

My pine boards are 1\2" thick & have not cracked in 7 years under my
245 lbs. FYI, they have never been painted or varnished & are stored
under the cockpit seat on a mooring in salt water.

I guess they are strong enough.

Stephen Staum
87 R22, Carol Lee
Needham, MA


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