I was thinking about making a new door for my C 22 companion way.... has anyone tried this? What kind of material was used and did you make it in one piece or standard three piece? Would appreciate any suggestions and tips on the process.....Thanks, Bill
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Ted
Make me one too . . .
. . . mine is all shot to hell. I would make it three pieces just like the original, it will store easier than a one-piece. You should use teak or mahogany. Regular woods/plywoods with fall apart in about a year. You know, you can buy new ones at Catalina Direct (www.catalinadirect.com). I am not sure how the cost compares versus making your own, but probably worth checking. Regards, Ted
. . . mine is all shot to hell. I would make it three pieces just like the original, it will store easier than a one-piece. You should use teak or mahogany. Regular woods/plywoods with fall apart in about a year. You know, you can buy new ones at Catalina Direct (www.catalinadirect.com). I am not sure how the cost compares versus making your own, but probably worth checking. Regards, Ted
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Louis Plaisance
Try This
This boat has it all. http://www.catalinayachts.org/Fleet4/BOAT/BOAT.html Good Luck, ljp Saint Benedict, #14686 Man...I love that little boat.
This boat has it all. http://www.catalinayachts.org/Fleet4/BOAT/BOAT.html Good Luck, ljp Saint Benedict, #14686 Man...I love that little boat.
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Mike
Easy to make
I just made a new 3 piece door for my C22. I used 1/2 inch plywood that I found in a garbage dumpster. It was exterior grade plywood, with a good veneer on the one side. It had been painted for use as a sign on a construction site of a drug store being built. I used a piece of it to make a one piece companion way door for my '76 Neptune 16. I painted it with rustoleum and 5 years later, it looks as good now as the day I made it. For the C22, I made the door in 3 pieces for easy storage below. I have a table saw to work with, but a circular saw and router would suffice. I started out by measuring the old door height, and divided by 3 so I would have equal pieces. I made the new door 1 inch longer on the top and bottom on purpose so I could custom trim later. I made rabbett cuts to the panels where they meet so that they're water tight. I then laid all 3 pieces on a table, joined together as if they were in place in the companionway. I traced the angle of the sides using the old door, leaving the top and bottom extend a little more than needed. I then put the bottom panel in place and measured to get a good fit, then trimmed it at a slight bevel. Then I put the other two parts in the doorway and closed the sliding hatch cover until it touched the top of the new door. From the inside, I drew a line where the cover touched the door. I then trimmed it with the saw, and sanded all of the edges for a smooth finish. I then painted it with rustoleum, using a color to match my mainsail cover. I expect it to last for a long time.
I just made a new 3 piece door for my C22. I used 1/2 inch plywood that I found in a garbage dumpster. It was exterior grade plywood, with a good veneer on the one side. It had been painted for use as a sign on a construction site of a drug store being built. I used a piece of it to make a one piece companion way door for my '76 Neptune 16. I painted it with rustoleum and 5 years later, it looks as good now as the day I made it. For the C22, I made the door in 3 pieces for easy storage below. I have a table saw to work with, but a circular saw and router would suffice. I started out by measuring the old door height, and divided by 3 so I would have equal pieces. I made the new door 1 inch longer on the top and bottom on purpose so I could custom trim later. I made rabbett cuts to the panels where they meet so that they're water tight. I then laid all 3 pieces on a table, joined together as if they were in place in the companionway. I traced the angle of the sides using the old door, leaving the top and bottom extend a little more than needed. I then put the bottom panel in place and measured to get a good fit, then trimmed it at a slight bevel. Then I put the other two parts in the doorway and closed the sliding hatch cover until it touched the top of the new door. From the inside, I drew a line where the cover touched the door. I then trimmed it with the saw, and sanded all of the edges for a smooth finish. I then painted it with rustoleum, using a color to match my mainsail cover. I expect it to last for a long time.
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Bayard Gross
Thanx Louis for the BOAT pix
I have heard of this amzing C-22 called simply BOAT for some time and this is my first opportunity to actually see its many alterations, especially the inboard outboard, which unfortunately would disqualify for National Championship racing. This would also explain some of the more elusive nature of this vessel as it would have little, if any, aknowledgement around the C-22 National Association camp. Nevertheless, as I recall, this vessel has "mast gates" on it. However, I did not see a picture displaying the mast gates. I wonder if one is available?
I have heard of this amzing C-22 called simply BOAT for some time and this is my first opportunity to actually see its many alterations, especially the inboard outboard, which unfortunately would disqualify for National Championship racing. This would also explain some of the more elusive nature of this vessel as it would have little, if any, aknowledgement around the C-22 National Association camp. Nevertheless, as I recall, this vessel has "mast gates" on it. However, I did not see a picture displaying the mast gates. I wonder if one is available?
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Louis Plaisance
Mast Gates
Hello Bayard, Try this site: http://www.catalina22.org/techtips/mastgate.htm It should help. I made mine of scrap aluminum off an old lawn chair. It works like a charm. ljp Saint Benedict, #14686 Man...Ilove that little boat.
Hello Bayard, Try this site: http://www.catalina22.org/techtips/mastgate.htm It should help. I made mine of scrap aluminum off an old lawn chair. It works like a charm. ljp Saint Benedict, #14686 Man...Ilove that little boat.
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Simon
I am using starboard for mine
Bill I am planning on making mine out of 1/2 inch starboard. I am going with a two piece model with the top piece having a "lip" that fits over the bottom piece to "seal" the two and prevent water from coming in. The top edge of the lip I plan sand at an angle for the water to run-off. I hope this helps. Simon
Bill I am planning on making mine out of 1/2 inch starboard. I am going with a two piece model with the top piece having a "lip" that fits over the bottom piece to "seal" the two and prevent water from coming in. The top edge of the lip I plan sand at an angle for the water to run-off. I hope this helps. Simon
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John
I am using plexiglass for ours
the grayish stuff, 1/2" thick. I'll probably go with 2 piece if it looks like they'll stow all right. I think the extra light in the cabin will be nice. Check the archives too. John
the grayish stuff, 1/2" thick. I'll probably go with 2 piece if it looks like they'll stow all right. I think the extra light in the cabin will be nice. Check the archives too. John
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Bill Vickery Cat 22
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tomD
modifications
If you are building hatchboards, (they are not very hard to make), consider adding cupholders to the bottom board. You can turn them indoors or out, they can be glued on and made of plywood, and are out of the road when under way.
If you are building hatchboards, (they are not very hard to make), consider adding cupholders to the bottom board. You can turn them indoors or out, they can be glued on and made of plywood, and are out of the road when under way.
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Mark
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