dinghy davits

[frankies56]

I have been pondering or more like postponing the the thought of putting dinghy davits on the boat, and wonder if any one has idea,s on this matterI have a set of kato,s but never installed them, just thinking about that dighy swinging in the back. if I put it on deck I wont be able to see, any suggestions would be appriciated

 

[CloudDiver]

There are a hundred ways to Sunday to lash the dinghy so it won't swing on the davits. just keep it covered and pull the drain plug so it doesn't fill with water from spray, rain, or a rouge wave.
With most owners the question is what type of davits to buy and where to install them. Since you already have them then that is no question for you. The convenience is undeniable, but as with anything there are trade-offs. Permanently mounted davits can hinder other functions in the area you install them, that's all up to the design of your vessel, where you install them, etc. I personally prefer a single stainless folding lift (Garhauer); only rated for 150 pounds, but the motor comes off first and then the zodiac is less than 80 pounds and is deflated for stowage, then the lift stows in a compact area. I have a small boat and only use a small Zodiac.

 

[frankies56]

I to hav a garhaurer ligt on the back. how long is the zodiac and what type with slats for floor thanks

 

[CloudDiver]

My current Zodiac is a 10 foot, but with my small C-22 I'd be better off with an 8 foot. I have the panel floors but ideally you'd want the high pressure inflatable floor. On your boat you'll have much more space to set up that kind of floor, I am pretty much screwed. I got the Zodiac used for cheap, but when I have the money I'll get the inflatable floor version which can pretty much be inflated and set up while suspended from the davit.

 

[Benny17441]

You could set it up front partially deflated or you could tow it.