1987 MK 1 Catalina 34 Aft Cabin Tool Storage

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By Jon Windt; Della Jean

NOTE - Before doing any projects, I highly recommend that you first go through the “Critical Upgrades” list and verify that your boat has all of the applicable items addressed. There is a link on the Message Board (copied here) entitled “CRITICAL UPGRADES – DO THESE OR ELSE!!!” that will take you to them. It is a good way to both learn your boat and make sure it is safe. Don’t put it off.


Storage

I purchased my 1987 MK 1 Catalina 34, hull #493 in April 2015. A great boat, but usable storage from the factory is limited. For example, under the aft berth it is completely open and access is reasonably good. The problem is there aren’t any bulkheads to keep things dry, in one place, and away from the propeller shaft. Photo (1) shows the aft cabin with the cushions removed and the small starboard hatch. The starboard side would be a great place to store my tools, and the center section would be a great place to store spare parts.

Tool storage is my first priority. I decided to install plywood bulkheads to make a closed compartment ~ 24” wide x 36” long under the small hatch in the aft berth on the starboard side.

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