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==V berth insert modification==
 
==V berth insert modification==
'''By Lance Jones, ''Kitty's Cat'' #622 (1988)'''
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'''By Lance Jones, ''[[Kitty's Cat]]'' #622 (1988)'''
  
 
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For those of you who have added Dan Harrington's excellent project for under V-berth storage (http://www.c34ia.org/wiki/index.php?title=V_Berth_Louvered_Doors) but, still want to be able to lower the V-berth insert to the mid level, I did the following modification that you may be interested in.
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For those of you who have added Dan Harrington's excellent project for under V-berth storage (http://www.c34ia.org/wiki/index.php?title=V_Berth_Louvered_Doors) but, still want to be able to lower the V-berth insert to the mid level, I did the following modification that may be of interest to you.
  
 
====Tools & Materials====
 
====Tools & Materials====
 
Tools: Saw, Measuring Tape, Pencil (or some other type marker), Straight Edge, Drill, #10 Screw pilot & counter-sink, Phillips screw driver or same type bit for drill.
 
Tools: Saw, Measuring Tape, Pencil (or some other type marker), Straight Edge, Drill, #10 Screw pilot & counter-sink, Phillips screw driver or same type bit for drill.
  
Materials: 1x2 inch strip of teak or other suitable material, Masking Tape, Eight 1 1/2 inch #10 wood or self tapping screws (using #10 bolts is an option too)
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Materials: 1x2 inch strip of teak or other suitable material(at least 16 inches long per side), Masking Tape, Eight 1-1/2 inch #10 wood or self tapping screws (using #10 bolts is an option too)
  
 
====Procedure====
 
====Procedure====
Step 1. Locate molded-in ledge that the V-berth insert rests on in the mid-position.
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Step 1. Locate molded-in ledge on which the V-berth insert rests in the mid-position.
  
 
Step 2. Measure both the starboard and port lips. They are different lengths.
 
Step 2. Measure both the starboard and port lips. They are different lengths.
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====Side notes====
 
====Side notes====
I'm a pack rat -- especially when it comes to teak. So, for this project, I used the teak from one of my old C-22s that was used on the companion way to slide the crib boards in. They are ideal for this project as the are L-shaped and have a lot of strength.
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I'm a pack rat -- especially when it comes to teak. So, for this project, I used the teak from one of my old C-22s that was used in the companion way to slide the crib boards in. They are ideal for this project as the are L-shaped and have a lot of strength.
  
 
I have not completed this project yet as I have to finish the wood with Cetol and then reinstall. However, until then, they will continue to be used in their unfinished, weathered condition. I'll add a picture soon too.
 
I have not completed this project yet as I have to finish the wood with Cetol and then reinstall. However, until then, they will continue to be used in their unfinished, weathered condition. I'll add a picture soon too.

Latest revision as of 04:48, 21 October 2011

V berth insert modification

By Lance Jones, Kitty's Cat #622 (1988)

Placeholder caption here

For those of you who have added Dan Harrington's excellent project for under V-berth storage (http://www.c34ia.org/wiki/index.php?title=V_Berth_Louvered_Doors) but, still want to be able to lower the V-berth insert to the mid level, I did the following modification that may be of interest to you.

Tools & Materials

Tools: Saw, Measuring Tape, Pencil (or some other type marker), Straight Edge, Drill, #10 Screw pilot & counter-sink, Phillips screw driver or same type bit for drill.

Materials: 1x2 inch strip of teak or other suitable material(at least 16 inches long per side), Masking Tape, Eight 1-1/2 inch #10 wood or self tapping screws (using #10 bolts is an option too)

Procedure

Step 1. Locate molded-in ledge on which the V-berth insert rests in the mid-position.

Step 2. Measure both the starboard and port lips. They are different lengths.

Step 3. Cut your teak to the appropriate length. I added about 1/2 inch to mine and transferred the angle on the corner of the ledge to the wood.

Step 4. Determine screw hole locations. I evenly spaced 4 screws on each slat. Then drill them out using the pilot drill and counter-sink.

Step 5. I taped my two pieces in their respective locations and then used the holes to drill through the fiberglass underneath to insure proper alignment.

Step 6. Insert the screws and then seat them with your screw driver or drill.

Step 7. Enjoy the full use of your V-berth insert. (Note) you will have to remove the insert to open and close the doors.

Side notes

I'm a pack rat -- especially when it comes to teak. So, for this project, I used the teak from one of my old C-22s that was used in the companion way to slide the crib boards in. They are ideal for this project as the are L-shaped and have a lot of strength.

I have not completed this project yet as I have to finish the wood with Cetol and then reinstall. However, until then, they will continue to be used in their unfinished, weathered condition. I'll add a picture soon too.