We went to Keystone Brothers and picked up another 24’ piece of 1” SS tubing.
We used some for the new struts we put on the bimini to keep it from swaying side to side from the weight of the solar panels.
December 2011 - Currently At Marina Cortez Harbor Island, San Diego, CA
December 2011 - Currently At Marina Cortez Harbor Island, San Diego, CA
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This idea we got from Ray at Rigworks while we were just talking about the rig. He suggested we attach some struts to the stern steps (he did not know they were steps). I told him so and said I would think something up. I do not know why I never thought of it as it is a great idea. I thought of all kinds of ways and even using the back stay.
Note:
We purchased the 1" tubing for the bimini bracing which was 301 stainless steel which is stronger than 316 but rusts easier. We should have purchased 316 some where else.
Note:
We purchased the 1" tubing for the bimini bracing which was 301 stainless steel which is stronger than 316 but rusts easier. We should have purchased 316 some where else.
We cut a couple of 43
¼ pieces and mounted them as you see. Neither strut will affect you sitting on
on the rear seats. The one by the out board allows easy access to the out board
and the removal of the lock. Neither one obstructs the view as the port
one will have a couple of friends with
the wind generator struts.
They work great at stabilizing
the bimini. Ready to sail!
With a couple rail
straps by the winch are like for the davits and a couple small struts on the
stern rail this will be complete. It is strong enough now to sail but no storms
please till the other work is done😊
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