Cockpit table - how to secure it

[gwoolverton]

My 2003 Catalina 310 has the folding leaf table that drops down for storage. I assume it's original equipment. Does anyone know how it's meant to be secured so the leaves don't flap around? And so the table doesn't bang against the pedestal? And so the support leg doesn't rattle? It seems like I'm missing a clip or some other retainer.

The PO used an ugly automotive bungie. It looks terrible and has to be strung just right to keep everything from banging around.

There are two small tie down loops on the underside of the table. Running shock cord from one to the other, around the front, will keep the leaves tight, but won't solve the other two issues.

Before I design my own solution, I'd love to know what the original design used. Please let me know how yours works.

Does anyone know what brand and model this table is?

Thanks

 

[DaveJ]

I have the ‘bungee cord’ as well. Way back someone posted that this is how their boat came originally. I would like a different solution also.
cheers

 

[Good Vibes]

Sorry to say we use a bungee that looks word than yours!

 

[Good Vibes]

Sorry to say we use a bungee that looks word than yours!

Worse

 

[Tally Ho]

I think most folding cockpit tables are held in place with a bungee cord!

Maybe that is why the bungee cord was invented

Greg

 

[JBP-PA]

How those those stretchy rubber hasp things?

https://www.amazon.com/T-Handle-Flexible-Elastic-Absorption-Thermos/dp/B078RZG2PY/ref=asc_df_B078RZG2PY&mcid=b59ed1a5fd1737db964cb6809f3ac971?tag=bngsmtphsnus-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=79920869053523&hvnetw=s&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=m&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4583520395758663&psc=1

 

[Tom J]

I used to put a small cooler forward of the folded table and run a bungee cord around the pedestal supports to the handles on the cooler. This kept everything secure, and it was very handy to have cold bottles of water right in front of you. Not to mention the cold beers once the anchor went down.

 

[JRT]

I use these on my boat by attacking the loop to the pedestal legs each side then put the ball together in front of the table. I'll take a picture today and post.

Ball Stretch Cord Set, 4 Piece

Amazing deals on this Ball-End Elastic Fasteners 4 Pc at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.

www.harborfreight.com

 

[JRT]

 

[gwoolverton]

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That's a nice solution. Thanks.

 

[ed canty]

I have been imagining a canvas wrap with a bunch of pockets on the front. It would hold everything to the pedestal like bungee… but offer pockets to sunglasses, etc.

Now I just need to prioritize having it made.