Our boat has the horseshoe banquet seating configuration. The table (original equipment, I believe) is attached to a three-piece telescoping pedestal. This pedestal is tippy and makes raising and lowering the table very awkward. I have tried a number of remedies but have now decided the best thing to do is replace the pedestal. I have shopped the RV equipment stores and find their pedestals to be frail looking. The mounting plates both top and bottom are cast aluminum, not stainless and the shafts are fairly lightweight aluminum tubing. I am looking for ideas regarding places to look for a suitable replacement. One of the RV guys suggested replacing the single pedestal with two pedestals. I am not keen on that idea because of the leg/foot room under the table we would be giving away plus the need to repair the sole where the existing plate is anchored. Has anyone removed their existing pedestal from the saloon sole? I am assuming the fastners are lag bolts not requiring any access to under the sole.
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what is the condition of the cabin sole?
Doug: What is the condition of the cabin sole. I haven't heard any complaints about this condition with the later models of the H'31. Our H'31 had a different setup with the previous configuration (see brochure). I would suggest that you check out the sole and maybe try thru bolting the pedestal with nuts and bolts if the sole is not rotted.
Doug: What is the condition of the cabin sole. I haven't heard any complaints about this condition with the later models of the H'31. Our H'31 had a different setup with the previous configuration (see brochure). I would suggest that you check out the sole and maybe try thru bolting the pedestal with nuts and bolts if the sole is not rotted.
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Douglas Washburn
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you with my comments regarding the cabin sole. It is in fine shape. The pedestal plate is firmly attached. However, if I take up the that plate in favor of installing two pedestals, it will require refinishing that part of the sole. The table's instability comes from the joints in the three-piece telescoping pedestal.
you with my comments regarding the cabin sole. It is in fine shape. The pedestal plate is firmly attached. However, if I take up the that plate in favor of installing two pedestals, it will require refinishing that part of the sole. The table's instability comes from the joints in the three-piece telescoping pedestal.
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H31_83-87 Table Pedestal
My 1987 horseshoe banquet seating table was mounted to the floor (factory original) with 4 teak pieces screwed together, spaced about 2 inches apart into a box configuration. After I purchased the boat 7 years ago, regular useage ripped it up off the floor. I had Forspar custom cut a pedestal so the inter tube went below the floor so the table, when lowered, was flush with the wood on the seats. I bolted teak blocks to the seat bench so the table would rest on them when lowered. I bolted it to the floor using a backing plate for additional support. Had a cushion cut and covered to fit the table top open space when down (added staps and snaps to hold in it place). I ordered a web net (like used on the back of truck beds) and attached it to the mast post and kitchen cabinet (removable), so when the table is down it is used for "stuff" held in by the web net. Also, with the table cushion, removing the cushions fore an aft makes a 6 ft bed. I only raise the table for dining, the height is about 1" lower than original. If you are intersted I may be able to locate the original Forspar invoice for the dimensions.
My 1987 horseshoe banquet seating table was mounted to the floor (factory original) with 4 teak pieces screwed together, spaced about 2 inches apart into a box configuration. After I purchased the boat 7 years ago, regular useage ripped it up off the floor. I had Forspar custom cut a pedestal so the inter tube went below the floor so the table, when lowered, was flush with the wood on the seats. I bolted teak blocks to the seat bench so the table would rest on them when lowered. I bolted it to the floor using a backing plate for additional support. Had a cushion cut and covered to fit the table top open space when down (added staps and snaps to hold in it place). I ordered a web net (like used on the back of truck beds) and attached it to the mast post and kitchen cabinet (removable), so when the table is down it is used for "stuff" held in by the web net. Also, with the table cushion, removing the cushions fore an aft makes a 6 ft bed. I only raise the table for dining, the height is about 1" lower than original. If you are intersted I may be able to locate the original Forspar invoice for the dimensions.
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Douglas Washburn
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I am curious about your custom-made pedestal because I have just about decided that is the best way to go. I sounds as if you drilled a hole in the saloon sole to allow the pedestal to recede into the bilge area. Am I correct? How much room is down there? I already have the rails for the table to sit on when in the down position and also have the cushion piece, etc. All I am lacking is a steady table that is easy to raise and lower. Thank you for any more information you can pass along.
I am curious about your custom-made pedestal because I have just about decided that is the best way to go. I sounds as if you drilled a hole in the saloon sole to allow the pedestal to recede into the bilge area. Am I correct? How much room is down there? I already have the rails for the table to sit on when in the down position and also have the cushion piece, etc. All I am lacking is a steady table that is easy to raise and lower. Thank you for any more information you can pass along.
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SeaRanch
H31_83-87 Table Pedestal
Doug, sounds like you have everything except a good pedestal. Yes, I drilled a hole in the floor for the inside tube to go below. I had to take measurements and have Forspar custom cut the tube the max distance below the floor, that is why a lost about and inch of height, but that has not been a problem. The Forspar pedestal is very steady when the table is up. For screws that I put in the bottom of the table, I used a large size to get a good grip on the wood, since they had to be so short as to not come out the top. Give me a day or so, I will dig out the original Forspar invoice and pass along the specs. My pleasure to assist, it has worked great for me. bill
Doug, sounds like you have everything except a good pedestal. Yes, I drilled a hole in the floor for the inside tube to go below. I had to take measurements and have Forspar custom cut the tube the max distance below the floor, that is why a lost about and inch of height, but that has not been a problem. The Forspar pedestal is very steady when the table is up. For screws that I put in the bottom of the table, I used a large size to get a good grip on the wood, since they had to be so short as to not come out the top. Give me a day or so, I will dig out the original Forspar invoice and pass along the specs. My pleasure to assist, it has worked great for me. bill
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H31_83-87 Table Pedesta
Doug, I had to dig deep in my files to find this! On the website for Forespar they give info about the "Dimensions for Telescoping Table Pedestals. In July 2002, I ordered Part Number "161001 Ped. Kit, Gas". I ordered the "B" dimension "Min Height 14 1/2 in" and the "C" dimension was "Max 4in Bury" (the max distance from floor top to interliner under the floor was 4 5/8" on my boat). Cost $298.25 plus $12.99 freight, total $311.24. I ordered it over the phone on July 12 and it was ship on July 25. Works great for me, hope it does the same for you. I have linked to the pedestal page on Forespar's website for you. bill
Doug, I had to dig deep in my files to find this! On the website for Forespar they give info about the "Dimensions for Telescoping Table Pedestals. In July 2002, I ordered Part Number "161001 Ped. Kit, Gas". I ordered the "B" dimension "Min Height 14 1/2 in" and the "C" dimension was "Max 4in Bury" (the max distance from floor top to interliner under the floor was 4 5/8" on my boat). Cost $298.25 plus $12.99 freight, total $311.24. I ordered it over the phone on July 12 and it was ship on July 25. Works great for me, hope it does the same for you. I have linked to the pedestal page on Forespar's website for you. bill
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Douglas Washburn
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