[C320-list] Helm seat

[Gary Magnuson]

Hi, another two cents.
At the 2010 Chicago Strictly Sail show, I saw and purchased the helm 
seat shown in the link, (in white), and have become the envy of several 
other boaters in the marina.  Had I been more patient, I would have 
ordered one that actually fit my 320. The one I bought, is wider than 
the lift out section and as such, needs to slide left or right, to 
access the aft compartments.  However, it is a great addition, and I 
love it when we are underway.  It easily lifts onto one of the stern 
seats, when we anchor and take the dingy ashore. They also sell small 
rectangular pillows at the show, which can be added to the seat so the 
first mate can see over the wheel. With the closed foam construction, 
the seat part also serves a swim float. Some day I hope to replace all 
of the cushions with the C Cushions.

http://www.ccushions.com/products.htm

Gary
Time A Weigh #205


On 7/11/2012 8:13 PM, conneelythomas at aol.com wrote:
> Hi, I do not know if I can be of help, but this is what I have ...
> I bought my boat ( 916 )  In July O5 . It came with my helm seat cut so it would sit on my swim ladder  and have room to move about behind the wheel  to steer. This was cut about  a 1,1/5 ' and rested on the swim ladder . I can sail and see , while I look out . I can send pictures if wanted . Tom
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: wflowe3 <wflowe3 at aim.com>
> To: C320-List <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
> Sent: Wed, Jul 11, 2012 10:53 am
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Helm seat
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> Mine is in the basement where it will remain until I sell the boat. I have a
> ection of large diameter pool noodle with a pvc pipe in the center that fits on
> he top aft lifeline.  This makes it pretty comfortable to lean against.
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> -----Original Message-----
> rom: Doug Treff <doug at treff.us>
> o: c320-list <c320-list at lists.catalina320.com>
> ent: Tue, Jul 10, 2012 11:41 am
> ubject: [C320-list] Helm seat
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> I am the new owner of a 1996 320. PO lost the helm seat overboard.
> ondering if any of you have had to buy a new one or if any of you
> ave made a new one out of teak or other material?
> Ideas?  Does anyone actually use their helm seat? It seems a little
> ramped bach there with the amount of space between the wheel and the
> eat area.