Having just made new drop boards I would like to replace the lock mechanism, and also insert a screen/hatch in the boards in my CD30. Does anyone have a source? Thanks.
SV Moonbow
mkelsey@kelseysasyoulikeit.com
companionway lock, screen
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Ken Coit
Re: companionway lock, screen
Lock Mechanism? Do you mean the tang and slot? Parfait's are from Spartan. I have just refinished the drop boards and recessed the slotted plates such that the screws cannot scratch whatever they might be placed against, especially a sister drop board.
Parfait also has a couple of screen boards that were custom made. They replace the lower two boards, leaving the locking function to the solid drop board. I do not have a source for these; I think they were done by the same person who did hinged screens for the hatches.
Let me know if you would like photos.
Keep on sailing,
Ken Coit
CD/14 #538
CD/36 #84 Parfait
Hailing Port: Raleigh, NC
Sailing from: Beaufort, NC
parfaitNOSPAM@nc.rr.com
Parfait also has a couple of screen boards that were custom made. They replace the lower two boards, leaving the locking function to the solid drop board. I do not have a source for these; I think they were done by the same person who did hinged screens for the hatches.
Let me know if you would like photos.
Keep on sailing,
Ken Coit
CD/14 #538
CD/36 #84 Parfait
Hailing Port: Raleigh, NC
Sailing from: Beaufort, NC
Michael wrote: Having just made new drop boards I would like to replace the lock mechanism, and also insert a screen/hatch in the boards in my CD30. Does anyone have a source? Thanks.
SV Moonbow
parfaitNOSPAM@nc.rr.com
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Bob Marsh
Re: companionway lock, screen
I have got the some companionway and port project in mind and would like a copy of the pictures if you take them.
Thanks
Bob Marsh
Aquanell
CD27#51
Dunedin FL
bobcmarsh@earthlink.net
Thanks
Bob Marsh
Aquanell
CD27#51
Dunedin FL
Ken Coit wrote: Lock Mechanism? Do you mean the tang and slot? Parfait's are from Spartan. I have just refinished the drop boards and recessed the slotted plates such that the screws cannot scratch whatever they might be placed against, especially a sister drop board.
Parfait also has a couple of screen boards that were custom made. They replace the lower two boards, leaving the locking function to the solid drop board. I do not have a source for these; I think they were done by the same person who did hinged screens for the hatches.
Let me know if you would like photos.
Keep on sailing,
Ken Coit
CD/14 #538
CD/36 #84 Parfait
Hailing Port: Raleigh, NC
Sailing from: Beaufort, NC
Michael wrote: Having just made new drop boards I would like to replace the lock mechanism, and also insert a screen/hatch in the boards in my CD30. Does anyone have a source? Thanks.
SV Moonbow
bobcmarsh@earthlink.net
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John Nuttall
Cruising Concepts.........
.......pricey stuff, but some of it real nice.
Cheers,
John
Cheers,
John
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john (again)
boatscreens.com........
.........better web site........I have seen fotos of these installed on a CD31......excellent workmanship.........
John
John
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Mario
Re: companionway lock, screen
I go along with the rest of those recommending Glebe Creek. We saw some of their products at the Boat Show in Annapolis and they're beautiful and very well made, but expect to pay $500 or more.
I had a one-piece tinted plexiglass companionway board made for about $70. 3/8" thick and just the thing to keep the early morning sun out of our eyes or for a bit of privacy at the marina. We didn't put a lock slot into it--it's for use when we're on the boat.
Mario
s/v Rhapsody
CD30 #252
Regent Point, VA
capedory252NOSPAM@aol.com
I had a one-piece tinted plexiglass companionway board made for about $70. 3/8" thick and just the thing to keep the early morning sun out of our eyes or for a bit of privacy at the marina. We didn't put a lock slot into it--it's for use when we're on the boat.
Mario
s/v Rhapsody
CD30 #252
Regent Point, VA
Michael wrote: Having just made new drop boards I would like to replace the lock mechanism, and also insert a screen/hatch in the boards in my CD30. Does anyone have a source? Thanks.
SV Moonbow
capedory252NOSPAM@aol.com
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Bill
Re: companionway lock, screen
Hi Moonbow
I made my own companionway screen. I used 3/4" oak (because it is readily available here). I cut a 1 1/2" frame using the existing drop boards as a pattern. And while I would like to take credit for the "neatness" of the way the four boards were joined, I cant. I took them to a local cabinet shop and they charged me either $10 or $20 (I have slept since then) to join the boards. I then stained the wood and installed bug netting. It looks very good but is a bit large as it is a one piece design. And a bit of a hassel storing it. But it fits well and keeps the bugs out.....I'll try and get a pic this weekend and post it if anyone is interested.
Fair Winds
Bill
Captain Commanding
S/V Rhapsody (the Original)
CD25D #148
Oklahoma Contingent of the NE Fleet of the CDSOA
Galley Wench S/V Evening Light
<a href="http://www.applegatemarina.com">Kerr Lake, OK (Oklahoma's Outlet to the Sea)</A>
Impatiently Awaiting August!
cd25d@rhapsodysails.com
I made my own companionway screen. I used 3/4" oak (because it is readily available here). I cut a 1 1/2" frame using the existing drop boards as a pattern. And while I would like to take credit for the "neatness" of the way the four boards were joined, I cant. I took them to a local cabinet shop and they charged me either $10 or $20 (I have slept since then) to join the boards. I then stained the wood and installed bug netting. It looks very good but is a bit large as it is a one piece design. And a bit of a hassel storing it. But it fits well and keeps the bugs out.....I'll try and get a pic this weekend and post it if anyone is interested.
Fair Winds
Bill
Captain Commanding
S/V Rhapsody (the Original)
CD25D #148
Oklahoma Contingent of the NE Fleet of the CDSOA
Galley Wench S/V Evening Light
<a href="http://www.applegatemarina.com">Kerr Lake, OK (Oklahoma's Outlet to the Sea)</A>
Impatiently Awaiting August!
Michael wrote: Having just made new drop boards I would like to replace the lock mechanism, and also insert a screen/hatch in the boards in my CD30. Does anyone have a source? Thanks.
SV Moonbow
cd25d@rhapsodysails.com
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Michael
Re: companionway lock, screen/thanks
Thanks for the in-put. I'm still searching, but it looks like Sparten is the direction. MichaelMichael wrote: Having just made new drop boards I would like to replace the lock mechanism, and also insert a screen/hatch in the boards in my CD30. Does anyone have a source? Thanks.
SV Moonbow
mkelsey@kelseysasyoulikeit.com
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Randy Bates
Re: companionway lock, screen
Ken:
I'm curious as to how you can "lock" a boat with screens in place? What prevents a person from simply putting a fist thru the screen and climbing thru the screened opening?
Randy Bates
"Seraph" CD25D #161
randy.bates@baesystems.com
I'm curious as to how you can "lock" a boat with screens in place? What prevents a person from simply putting a fist thru the screen and climbing thru the screened opening?
Randy Bates
"Seraph" CD25D #161
Ken Coit wrote: Lock Mechanism? Do you mean the tang and slot? Parfait's are from Spartan. I have just refinished the drop boards and recessed the slotted plates such that the screws cannot scratch whatever they might be placed against, especially a sister drop board.
Parfait also has a couple of screen boards that were custom made. They replace the lower two boards, leaving the locking function to the solid drop board. I do not have a source for these; I think they were done by the same person who did hinged screens for the hatches.
Let me know if you would like photos.
Keep on sailing,
Ken Coit
CD/14 #538
CD/36 #84 Parfait
Hailing Port: Raleigh, NC
Sailing from: Beaufort, NC
Michael wrote: Having just made new drop boards I would like to replace the lock mechanism, and also insert a screen/hatch in the boards in my CD30. Does anyone have a source? Thanks.
SV Moonbow
randy.bates@baesystems.com
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Ken Coit
Re: companionway lock, screen
Randy,
Well, of course, you aren't really going to lock up anything that is screened unless you use stainless screening of a sustantial gauge or have only small openings, like port holes. When we are aboard, we use a slide bolt on the inside of the companionway; the solid drop board will make it a bit more difficult to find the lock and unlock the hatch. Hopefully, the confusion factor will give us enough time to respond according to the threat.
Photos of the screens should be available before the weekend; if anyone wants a copy, let me know via email.
Keep on sailing,
Ken Coit
CD/14 #538
CD/36 #84 Parfait
Hailing Port: Raleigh, NC
Sailing from: Beaufort, NC
parfaitNOSPAM@nc.rr.com
Well, of course, you aren't really going to lock up anything that is screened unless you use stainless screening of a sustantial gauge or have only small openings, like port holes. When we are aboard, we use a slide bolt on the inside of the companionway; the solid drop board will make it a bit more difficult to find the lock and unlock the hatch. Hopefully, the confusion factor will give us enough time to respond according to the threat.
Photos of the screens should be available before the weekend; if anyone wants a copy, let me know via email.
Keep on sailing,
Ken Coit
CD/14 #538
CD/36 #84 Parfait
Hailing Port: Raleigh, NC
Sailing from: Beaufort, NC
Randy Bates wrote: Ken:
I'm curious as to how you can "lock" a boat with screens in place? What prevents a person from simply putting a fist thru the screen and climbing thru the screened opening?
Randy Bates
"Seraph" CD25D #161
Ken Coit wrote: Lock Mechanism? Do you mean the tang and slot? Parfait's are from Spartan. I have just refinished the drop boards and recessed the slotted plates such that the screws cannot scratch whatever they might be placed against, especially a sister drop board.
Parfait also has a couple of screen boards that were custom made. They replace the lower two boards, leaving the locking function to the solid drop board. I do not have a source for these; I think they were done by the same person who did hinged screens for the hatches.
Let me know if you would like photos.
Keep on sailing,
Ken Coit
CD/14 #538
CD/36 #84 Parfait
Hailing Port: Raleigh, NC
Sailing from: Beaufort, NC
Ken Coit wrote:Michael wrote: Having just made new drop boards I would like to replace the lock mechanism, and also insert a screen/hatch in the boards in my CD30. Does anyone have a source? Thanks.
SV Moonbow
parfaitNOSPAM@nc.rr.com