compression post

[John Baumgartner]

On my Hunter 260 the compression post is loose under the table where it goes thru the deck: 1) do I need to take up that plate that is held down by 4 screws? 2) it drives me crazy because the table now jiggles and feels unstable what do I do? 3) Please tell me it's nothing to worry about, ok I can take it, tell me thr truth.Baums Rush

 

[Ray Bowles]

John, I'm not quite sure about you description.

First question, Is it still under warrentee?We have a 95 H26 and I just had the centerboard out a couple of months ago so the set-up should be about the same. Now about my lack of clarity. The compression post runs ceiling to floor with the table mounted by means of a large pin inserted through the compression post. The table bottom has a collor that is notched to set down on this pin. You said the table wobbles. Does the table and post both move? Only the table? Only the post?On the 26 I had to remove the wooden insert at the bottom of the post to access the 3/4" bolt for the CB. I think the post plate was bolted to the hull bottom with 4 bolts ABOUT 3/8" and very substancial bedded in 4200.If you could confirm if this is the same as yours thenI can help. If not, then I wish you easy repairs. Has the centerboard been hit hard lately by grounding or other impact? Has the CB hung up on the trailer while launching?RayS/V Speedy

 

[John Baumgartner]

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What I mean is that the post and table wabble, I think that the post is loose below the flooring

 

[Alan]

The table wobbles, the post should not. alan

If your compression post is loose, I would talk to Hunter. This can not be good. I would not take it out. How tight/loose is your rigging? alan

 

[Crazy Dave Condon]

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John;You need to give me a call on this one as I know your boat too well. For your information, the top of the compression post is secured on top of the deck and will not move. The bottom rests on a plate underneath the table in a small compartment. The plate that the compressin post rests on is tthe bracket which holds the centerboard in place. Should you secure the base of the compression post to the plate, you will break a seal allowing water to come in when the boat is under way. Therefore, the base of the compression post will sit on the plate but it is not screwed in. I would question the amount of pressure that the table is being exerted to cause the post to sway.As for another matter, I have your bimini which was repaired at no cost and I will ask that you contact me to make the exchange of the loaner that I gave you. Also, congratulations on getting married and many years of blissful relationship.Crazy Dave Condon

 

[John C. Baumgartner]

Thanks Dave

Dave, I just tried to call you, but nobody was home and I left a message, I'll try again later. Thanks Dave John Baumgartnre Baums Rush