[C320-list] Dinghy Davits

[Christian]

Jeff,
if you don't mind me asking a follow up.  You state "Use the platform
steps, not the vertical transom to attach the lower feet."

I'm on a '94 320, so I don't have platform steps.  I am looking at the
Gauher 1 1/4 model, and I think if I mount the vertical bar to the
platform, then the davits would be too low, as the Gauher doesn't really
offer a taller model that I am aware of.  So my only real option is to
mount on the vertical transform (but would be using their backing plate on
the inside of the transom), with their attachment to the lower of the stern
rail.  Given that I don't have any plans to use them for a dinghy, but
purely for mounting solar panels (I'm guessing panels plus mounts will
weight about 65'ish lbs), would this be an ill advised installation for
Lake Michigan sailing?

Thanks,
Christian Caperton
1994 C320 "Canuck" #138
Monroe Harbor, Chicago, IL