[C320-list] TV Mount

[Quentin Murphy]

I purchased a 19" LCD TV/DVD and a swing-arm mounting bracket.  I plan to
install it on the bulkhead against the head so that the TV can be viewed
from wither settee.  The back plate of this bracket is about 8" x 8" with
four holes.  Originally I was going to drill four holes through the bulkhead
which I understand to be two fibreglass panels and use stainless bolts,
washers and nuts to mount.  However, I'm concerned with the boat heaving in
the waves and the swing-arm essentially adding leverage, thus weight on
these bolts which could tear through the bulkhead.  I noticed in an article
for another boat suggesting using a stainless steel backing plate on the
other (head) side.  I guess this would have to be custom made at a metal
shop.  Is this additional plate inside the head necessary?  Has anyone
install a TV on a swing-arm mount?

Quentin Murphy
Celtic Knot #667