[C320-list] Companionway steps-Struts

[Robert E. Sloat]

On my Hull 894, the ladder is narrower than the engine cover so I don't know 
how you would remove the engine cover and pass it between the struts.  I 
looked at using struts a few years ago but gave up for the above reason.  If 
you figure a way around let us know.

I am going to look at some quick release design where the ladder is 
connected to the bulkhead just above the engine cover.

Bob Sloat
Savannah Hull 894
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "P & B Sheerin" <sheerinp at bigpond.net.au>
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Sent: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 6:30 AM
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Companionway steps


> Jeff thanks for your comments. I'm working on installing the struts, let 
> you know how I go.
> Peter, "Jaraman" 1096
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> From: "Jeff Hare" <catalina at thehares.com>
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> Sent: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 12:28 PM
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Companionway steps
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>> Dangerous?  Yep.  I count on at least one head bruise every time it gets 
>> raised.
>>
>> Don't know about how to size lifts or whether this would really be an 
>> advantage.  You might consider installing easily removable pins to the 
>> hinge. And just move the ladder out of the way when servicing the engine. 
>> I do that many times.
>>
>> -Jeff
>> ------Original Message------
>> From: P & B Sheerin
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>> Subject: [C320-list] Companionway steps
>> Sent: Dec 27, 2010 9:12 PM
>>
>> Looking for suggestions on fixing gas struts to companionway steps. Makes 
>> it easier when lifting steps up out of way to access front engine cover. 
>> Don't like current arrangement with cable. Bloody dangerous! Anyone done 
>> it?
>> Peter "Jaraman" 1096.
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