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John P
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Initially Posted - 04/01/2009 : 07:41:44

So, I am thinking of removing the old stove entirely and unsure what to do with the space. Was thinking at one time of setting up the electronics in that area:
-VHF
-Stereo

Anyone come across any creating ideas when removing the stove?

'84, C-25, SR/FK, #4663, "ILLUSIONS", Chazy, NY (Lake Champlain)
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pastmember
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Response Posted - 04/01/2009 : 09:07:30

I put teak battens across the front and used it for what ever seemed appropriate at the time.

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glen
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Response Posted - 04/01/2009 : 09:54:30

We replaced ours with one of those counter top ranges, and love it, but we have shore power at the dock

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John P
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Response Posted - 04/01/2009 : 10:10:57

INteresting ideas guys! Thanks!

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dlucier
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Response Posted - 04/01/2009 : 10:42:01

I removed the stove and installed a microwave oven which is used more for storage that for heating anything. Strapped on top of the microwave is my boombox.

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JohnP
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Response Posted - 04/01/2009 : 11:43:15

I removed the PO's butane stove and installed a 12" high plastic catch-all bin that we use mostly for un-refrigerated food and supplies.

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dmpilc
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Response Posted - 04/01/2009 : 12:50:30

I've removed the original alcohol stove, but kept the cutting board. Using the space below the board for drink holders and other small item until I decide a more permanent solution.

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Happy D
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Response Posted - 04/02/2009 : 16:42:41

[url="http://www.johnvining.com/newstove.html"]John Vining[/url] installed a propane oven in that spot and did an awsome job.

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Deric
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Response Posted - 04/03/2009 : 20:54:28

Wow, John Vining did a great job putting in an oven/stove. I spend so much time sailing, and working
on the boat, that if I had an oven/stove, I wouldn't know how to use it.

I'd have to learn how to cook, or get someone to cook for me. hahaha right.

Deric

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OLarryR
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Response Posted - 04/05/2009 : 08:27:52

John,

If I removed the alcohol stove on my boat, I would probably put a small micro-wave in that area.

The VHF radio ---actually there are few areas in the cabin that make it any better than another unless perhaps it was located right up against the companionway facilitating it's use when single-handed sailing and in the cockpit area. My VHF is right now located behind the steps and that is not the greatest area if needed and I am in the cockpit. The two possible improvements I would consider for my VHF radio functionality would be to either a) Get a new VHF and locate it similar to where it is now but have an optional wired remote to it from a quick-disconnect in the cockpit area. That way I would have full functionality and be able to hear it from the cockpit area. b) I would leave existing radio as is and buy a portable VHF unit to use in the ccckpit area.

The stereo - Well, so far, my little mini-boombox is okay and easily stored out of the way when not used. If I were to replace it, I would probably try to build a stereo into a side wall adjacent to the quarterberth area...starboard seating area. Kind of get it off to the side.

From what I recall the times we have gone sailing, perhaps if you removed your stove, you could use that area for two purposes: Either a microwave, VHF or Stereo but if at all possible, build upon a base that allows also a storage area within it. You have a lot of supplies and what not and I just not sure where you will put some of the things. Removal of the stove provides options to accomplish a combo of benefits.

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cat25
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Response Posted - 04/12/2009 : 05:57:53

I removed the burners from the stove. THen pluged the holes with half inch bolts. Then i put a can of sterno in each side where the existing burners were. They fit there perfect. They are the larger sterno you can get at party stores. Ken

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Response Posted - 04/12/2009 : 11:07:57

cool

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