Cockpit Table

[Pugwash]

Dear All
as you might see from my first post in general chat I am seeking a CC19, whilst I search a number of questions come to mind for when the time comes I succeed. I thought I would float a couple of ideas.

Has anyone tried adapting a teak cockpit grating to raise and use as a cockpit table, it looks as though a couple of standard S/S legs and cone sets may do the trick which would make a very nice table to eat at or is there something I haven''t seen that may prevent this?

Sorry this probably should go in the engine section, but has anyone tried boxing in the outboard but still leaving the rear lower edge open to drain, the lip around the engine hole looks like it could be used to support a sound insulated box or is there a height issue? Also in real life do you steer solely with the tiller so access to the engine is unimportant or are you inclined to need access to the engine as a tiller not just throttle, gear change etc?

As Ru88el beat me by a long way to Zephyr there is no rush for a reply.

My search continues.

Regards Simon
AKA Pugwash

[Simon Head]

Hi Pugwash

Just a thought.... I looked at various options when considering the same.

I have used a Lagun table for use in the cockpit and the cabin- it folds away quite neatly.

Having experienced some wet weather- having a table in the cabin enables you to play cards!

It can be moved out of the way and can remain in the cockpit when sailing.

Details are here:

http://www.capecutter19.org/mods_to_boat.htm#Accessory

Regards

Simon

[Ru88ell]

I shall unveil my design for a multi purpose table in due course.

[Dennis]

Hello Simon (Pugwash)

My boat has a HM teak grating in the cockpit. It is firmly (permanently?) attached by wood blocks screwed to the sides of the cockpit. I suppose it could be modified to have a lift out section which could form the basis for a table. Interesting idea!

With regard to enclosing the outboard motor, Alan Greenacre CC19 #58 "Adept", did that and posted photos on the old Yahoo forum.

But frankly, the CC19 sails so well you will not want to run the motor unless you absolutely have to.
I have to use mine on Kielder Water when going in/out/through the moorings at the yacht club as it is a club/water authority rule, and on most trips that is the only use it gets.

Cheers

Dennis

CC19 #100 Mary Ann

[GRIMSHAW]

Hello Simon (Pugwash)


But frankly, the CC19 sails so well you will not want to run the motor unless you absolutely have to.
I have to use mine on Kielder Water when going in/out/through the moorings at the yacht club as it is a club/water authority rule, and on most trips that is the only use it gets.

Cheers

Dennis

CC19 #100 Mary Ann

Hi Dennis, It is exactly the opposite situation at Rutland where outboards (and inboards) are banned , permitting only electric motors which are useless unless there is virtually no wind. Every season we frequently observe boats sailing out of control through the moorings and the odd collision to boot. It would be far more seamanlike to drop the rags and motor through the moorings to pick up a buoy.
Graham

[Dennis]

Hello Graham

It must be interesting on Rutland Water in a blow.

I sail single handed most of the time and often set off in a F2 with full sail set and end up in a F6, with two reefs in the main and staysail only set. I can only imagine what it is like to try and pick up a mooring buoy under sail only in those conditions.

It must certainly hone your sailing skills!

Cheers

Dennis

CC19 #100 Mary Ann