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01.03.2021, adminIt looks like you're new here. If you want to get involved, click one of these buttons! Howdy, Stranger! Sign In Register. Unanswered 75 Groups. Categories March in Generator Discussions. Has anyone added a DIY swim platform to their boat? Just wondering how it would mount. I know to use SS tubes, just wondering.. I would like to see some pictures if anyone has any. March Great question. I have a new Captiva and am in Australia. Has anyone done their own as Rinker does not have one as an option.
Seems those home made things never holds up. I have seen one using stainless steel brackets like big shelf brackets that in guessing was bolted through the transom, they built a teak platform on top. April Does anyone have a teak platform? Looks great. Patrick, any pictures?
These are screen grabs from a video I took when I was looking at boat for first time so not the best pics. I can send you video or I can take more next weekend. Screen Shot at 9. Or actual teak? I have seen used teak platforms on ebay and craigslist that were taken off boats that were that were damaged damage to the boat, not the platform. While you won't be able to say you made it, this could be a cheaper alternative to a new custom platform. Jofmann, I have too and am considering going that route, just had a few concerns..
ParaDice, You would have to bolt it to your transom, which means drilling holes in your boat. While that may make you uncomfortable, if you take your time and do it right, there should be no issues. What I do is drill through the transom using a drill slightly larger than the bolt your using, then mix up some fiberglass resin and using a small brush, coat the inside of the hole with the resin.
Once the resin has hardened your transom core usually wood will be will be sealed. There are other ways such as drilling an oversize hole and gluing in a piece of pvc pipe. Google it for other ideas.
You can then "tweak" the support poles ends where they bolt on by slightly bending so your platform sits level, or get new poles that match the angle. Just remember to use "marine grade" stainless steel hardware, and a good silicone around the mounting holes. PNG 1. May So, here are a few updates..
The "new" platform sanded and installed. Also the new v-berth floor, which now has a compartment attached with hinges storage for life jackets and towels. The cabin sole will be gel coated Monday. Speedracer Lake St. I have a Captiva and a couple of years purchased from swimplatforms. Installed myself but did require some shaping of the platform toward the corners where it meets the stern of the boat.
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