[C320-list] Dining Table Modification

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I had originally made a round table top but found it way too small for
serving dinner.  The mast compression post limits size. So I bit the bullet
and had professional help from a local craftsman. He made a new table from
scratch, increasing the distance between the bench and the table as well as
reducing the length about 6" at the bow end.  Now no problem getting my
portly shape easily in and out of the settee from either end.  The table is
about 20% smaller and maintains original lines.  He glued together 5 or 6
planks he had left over from other projects and it came out great at a
reasonable cost.  I can send photo if you wish.

Steve
Saline #980

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From: C320-list [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf
Of Ron Groves
Sent: Saturday, May 14, 2016 8:43 AM
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Dining Table Modification

We removed our table and had a local boat builder cut and stain a circular
piece of flooring (size of the pedestal base) to cover the hole - used
pedestal screws to attach.  We have so much more room now.  Never used the
table and got tired f banging my knees.  If needed, we have two small
folding trays.

Ron Groves
Fly Navy

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> On May 14, 2016, at 9:27 AM, Kaare Wold <sailor3952 at charter.net> wrote:
> 
> Skippers,  has anyone modified the configuration of the dining table to
provide a easier access to the stbd seats.  I would like to trim a few
inches off the ends but don't want to end up with some ugly plywood edges to
conceal.  All ideas or suggestions appreciated.  Thanks!
> Kaare & Mary Wold
> Sheet Music  #945