Has anyone one purchased a BBQ for a 240? I have been wanting one but cannot think of the best place to affix it - the 240 is sparse on railings. Does anyone have any suggestions for affixing the BBQ? and is there a specific model that you would reccommend as a good option because of its design? Thanks.
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Magna BBQ
We have the larger of the Magna grills, I think they call it the "Party Size." I bought a bracket that Magna makes and connected it to the stern rail seat area. You can leave the bracket on because the arm swings in when not in use and swings out when the grill is attached. The only problem I have found is that on windy days, you really have to pay attention as the flame has a tendency to go out easily. This model also has the ability to accomodate pots and pans as well. Also, I like this model because it comes apart pretty easily which makes for easier cleaning. I haven't tried any other brands so I have nothing to compare it to, but so far, there really isn't anything that I need that this grill can't do.
We have the larger of the Magna grills, I think they call it the "Party Size." I bought a bracket that Magna makes and connected it to the stern rail seat area. You can leave the bracket on because the arm swings in when not in use and swings out when the grill is attached. The only problem I have found is that on windy days, you really have to pay attention as the flame has a tendency to go out easily. This model also has the ability to accomodate pots and pans as well. Also, I like this model because it comes apart pretty easily which makes for easier cleaning. I haven't tried any other brands so I have nothing to compare it to, but so far, there really isn't anything that I need that this grill can't do.
Grill
I also use a magna and attach it to the stern rail seats. If your H240 doesn't have the stern rail seats you can attach it to life line stanchon. If you do this I would recomend attaching the mainsheet block to the stanchion on the opposite side of the boat so that the boom is not centered in the cockpit. Wouldn't want to cook the main by accident.
I also use a magna and attach it to the stern rail seats. If your H240 doesn't have the stern rail seats you can attach it to life line stanchon. If you do this I would recomend attaching the mainsheet block to the stanchion on the opposite side of the boat so that the boom is not centered in the cockpit. Wouldn't want to cook the main by accident.
Trouble
Grills may sound glamorous, but I think they are somewhat of a pain in the posterior. Wind will also drive them nuts (and there is usually a seabreeze at dinner time). Round foods (like dogs) don't stay to well either....
Grills may sound glamorous, but I think they are somewhat of a pain in the posterior. Wind will also drive them nuts (and there is usually a seabreeze at dinner time). Round foods (like dogs) don't stay to well either....
I like the Force 10
Cylindrical style. It stays lit better than the kettle types, has a more practical shape, and takes less room in the cockpit. IMHO, of course.
Cylindrical style. It stays lit better than the kettle types, has a more practical shape, and takes less room in the cockpit. IMHO, of course.
Force 10
I'll have to echo Phil's comments. I have a small Force 10 that I attach to the stern rail on the port side. This allows you to stand in the walk-through area while cooking. The mounting bracket (Force 10 accessory) is well-made anodized aluminum with stainless cap screws. It does seem to stay lit in some pretty tough wind conditions. I also purchased the optional "feet" that attach to either end of the grill so that we can use it on beach outings as well. Mark Kissel Kittiwake/98H240
I'll have to echo Phil's comments. I have a small Force 10 that I attach to the stern rail on the port side. This allows you to stand in the walk-through area while cooking. The mounting bracket (Force 10 accessory) is well-made anodized aluminum with stainless cap screws. It does seem to stay lit in some pretty tough wind conditions. I also purchased the optional "feet" that attach to either end of the grill so that we can use it on beach outings as well. Mark Kissel Kittiwake/98H240
Mounting a Magma
I have a Hunter 23.5, forerunner of the H-24. If the 24 has the square socket in the floor of the cockpit for inserting the table leg, my solution works very well. At an industrial metal supply outlet purachse a 6-inch length of 2" by 2" square aluminum tube, and an 18" piece of round aluminum tube with an outside diameter of 1-5/8". This is the same size tubing Hunter used for the cabin table leg. Also, ask for a scrap of aluminum plate a couple inches square and an 1/8" thick. On a belt sander grind down each of the sides of the square tube until it fits snuggly in the cockpit socket. Also, on a sander or grinder flatten four sides of the round tube three to four inches from one end until it fits snuggly into the square tube. With a jigsaw or grinder, cut a round disk from the scrap piece that will fit inside the top of the round tube. Drill a 3/8" hole in the center of the disk and insert a 3/8" stainless bolt with a nut. At a welding shop have them weld a bead and fillet the corners to hold the round tube into the square tube at a depth of 3-4 inches. Also weld the disk into the top end of the round tube about 1/2" below the top lip with the bolt threads pointing up. The mounting bracket that comes with the Magma, with the clamping loop tigntened with the rod hole vertical, will nicely fit over the bolt in this mounting leg which is inserted in the leg socket. I find it much more convenient than hanging the BBQ on a rail where you have to kneel or turn sideways to cook. With the leg in the middle of the cockpit you can sit comfortably in the seats and flip your steaks from a natural position. When the barbeque is cool, which is usually by the time dinner is done, I slip it back in the blue bag and stow it below, along with the leg. The total cost was about $25, which is cheaper than most of Magma's special mounts. I really like the results. Dale Wile, "Grandechild"
I have a Hunter 23.5, forerunner of the H-24. If the 24 has the square socket in the floor of the cockpit for inserting the table leg, my solution works very well. At an industrial metal supply outlet purachse a 6-inch length of 2" by 2" square aluminum tube, and an 18" piece of round aluminum tube with an outside diameter of 1-5/8". This is the same size tubing Hunter used for the cabin table leg. Also, ask for a scrap of aluminum plate a couple inches square and an 1/8" thick. On a belt sander grind down each of the sides of the square tube until it fits snuggly in the cockpit socket. Also, on a sander or grinder flatten four sides of the round tube three to four inches from one end until it fits snuggly into the square tube. With a jigsaw or grinder, cut a round disk from the scrap piece that will fit inside the top of the round tube. Drill a 3/8" hole in the center of the disk and insert a 3/8" stainless bolt with a nut. At a welding shop have them weld a bead and fillet the corners to hold the round tube into the square tube at a depth of 3-4 inches. Also weld the disk into the top end of the round tube about 1/2" below the top lip with the bolt threads pointing up. The mounting bracket that comes with the Magma, with the clamping loop tigntened with the rod hole vertical, will nicely fit over the bolt in this mounting leg which is inserted in the leg socket. I find it much more convenient than hanging the BBQ on a rail where you have to kneel or turn sideways to cook. With the leg in the middle of the cockpit you can sit comfortably in the seats and flip your steaks from a natural position. When the barbeque is cool, which is usually by the time dinner is done, I slip it back in the blue bag and stow it below, along with the leg. The total cost was about $25, which is cheaper than most of Magma's special mounts. I really like the results. Dale Wile, "Grandechild"
Dale,
How about the same sort of thing but use the brackets where the mast crutch is secured. Then the cockpit is open to eat your dinner using the table in the cockpit. The brackets also work well for a patio table unbrella if you do not have a bimini. It looks a little goofy but I'll take the shade no matter how it looks.
How about the same sort of thing but use the brackets where the mast crutch is secured. Then the cockpit is open to eat your dinner using the table in the cockpit. The brackets also work well for a patio table unbrella if you do not have a bimini. It looks a little goofy but I'll take the shade no matter how it looks.
Rick's good idea...
Inserting a piece of tubing in the mast crutch brackets as a support for a barbeque is a great idea. However, in my case, I use the brackets for another purpose--to hold the mast crutch, which I leave in place all summer. On the fore side of the tube I have mounted the bracket which holds my horeshoe buoy (just above the tiller). Then, in another of my flights of construction fancy, I have fabricated a three-foot length of 1-3/8" OD aluminum tube which drops in the top of the crutch tube and which supports a SeaWatch TV antenna. I know of another H-23.5 owner who fashioned a special bracket that attaches to the top of the mast crutch that supports his camcorder. For what reason, I'm not sure, he videotapes his sailing adventures. Maybe it gives him a way of reliving his sailing days during the six months each year when our lake is frozen.
Inserting a piece of tubing in the mast crutch brackets as a support for a barbeque is a great idea. However, in my case, I use the brackets for another purpose--to hold the mast crutch, which I leave in place all summer. On the fore side of the tube I have mounted the bracket which holds my horeshoe buoy (just above the tiller). Then, in another of my flights of construction fancy, I have fabricated a three-foot length of 1-3/8" OD aluminum tube which drops in the top of the crutch tube and which supports a SeaWatch TV antenna. I know of another H-23.5 owner who fashioned a special bracket that attaches to the top of the mast crutch that supports his camcorder. For what reason, I'm not sure, he videotapes his sailing adventures. Maybe it gives him a way of reliving his sailing days during the six months each year when our lake is frozen.
Sounds Like Your Boat Sits Lower than Mine
I thought I was bad about adding all sorts of stuff to to the boat and putting it lower and lower into the water. Glad to hear it is exactly what we are supposed to be doing. So how about geting another set of the the fittings that hold the mast crutch on and adding them to the other side of the transom to add even more stuff?
I thought I was bad about adding all sorts of stuff to to the boat and putting it lower and lower into the water. Glad to hear it is exactly what we are supposed to be doing. So how about geting another set of the the fittings that hold the mast crutch on and adding them to the other side of the transom to add even more stuff?
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