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TomA
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Initially Posted - 12/02/2003 : 14:21:39

I've read the former discussions about converting dinette and conventional interiors to accomodate a larger bed. I'm thinking about adding a single strip of teak (maybe 3/4" x 3/4") to the face of the existing teak trim that retains the seat cushion on both sides of the cabin.

The teak strips will form a rail at the lower part of the existing teak trim. By drilling into the fiberglass, I believe the rails can be bolted to ensure they are strong enough. Such a plan would create two rails that would support pine boards placed across the walkway (beam-wise). The boards would rest on the rails, while the ends of the boards would butt against the existing teak trim. An inflatable mattress can then be positioned to span the cabin width.

Does this sound workable? I'm really looking for something very simple. Are there other easy ideas?

Thanks!

Tom

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GeorgeB
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Response Posted - 12/02/2003 : 14:34:45

Take a look in the tecnical tip for the Cat 25. This site will show you what Ken Cave did in Dragon Tail []http://www.catalina25-250.org/tech/tech25/dragtl1.html

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ClamBeach
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Response Posted - 12/02/2003 : 14:42:13

That's basically what had been done on my boat.
(and possibly most of the C25's out there)

However, rather than adding a 'square' piece of teak to the existing cushion retainers, the PO added another teak strip down below them.

Dimensions of the added strips... probably 5/8" thick X 2" wide.
The PO used a piece of 1/2" "hardboard" to bridge the gap... I reckon that pine boards would work just fine too.

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jellyfish
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Response Posted - 12/02/2003 : 16:13:15

on my old C25 I took 4x8 sheet of plywood and cut 3 sections to match the lazarette openings in the cockpit.(this way I could get into each section without removing the whole thing. covered each one with indoor/outdoor carpet. I used the sections to sleep on outside in the cockpit weather permitting or inside the salon otherwise. the cushions kept the sections off the teak railing and I used a queen inflatable matt from WalMart. worked great. when not in use I stacked them pushed back under the tiller.

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Douglas
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Response Posted - 12/02/2003 : 19:12:06

I did just as you have posted. It worked great and made a queen size bed.

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BCain
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Response Posted - 12/02/2003 : 20:07:38

Tom, when I decided to make WindShadow more comfortable I didn't want all that extra plywood laying about the boat so I decided to slide it under the settees.

Before

After

The ply is cut to fit under the cushions, it slides out,

and is supported by short, screw in table legs.

Works for me.

Bruce, WindShadow, SK/SR Central Florida Lakes

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BCain
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Response Posted - 12/02/2003 : 20:08:31

OK, why isn't the picture there?

Bruce

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Buzz Maring
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Response Posted - 12/02/2003 : 21:15:09

<blockquote id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">Originally posted by BCain
 OK, why isn't the picture there?
Bruce
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Hi Bruce,

There are two problems with the URL you used for your photos. First, your URL from Shutterfly should look like this:

http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b2d606b3127cce9fa4d6cee9bb0000001010

Somehow the URL you used got an extra part added to the address:

http://www.catalina25-250.org/forum/im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b2d606b3127cce9fa4d6cee9bb0000001010

Here is your first image:

The second problem is that you used the URL for the thumbnail instead of the regular-sized photo ... here is the larger photo:

Here are the rest of Bruce's photos ... 'looks like a great job!

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BCain
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Response Posted - 12/02/2003 : 22:04:34

Thanks Buzz, that's what I meant to show.

Bruce

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Doug
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Response Posted - 12/02/2003 : 23:57:39

Here's our Super bed:
It took 2 sheets of 3/4 plywood 3 hinges, and a few yards of the same carpet used for trailer bunks. I cut 4 boards slightly narrower than the steps. I then added riser to the boards to lift them over the teak rails. The risers are slightly off set so you can stack two boards together back to back without the risers touching

The center support is hinged. When folded up it's held in place with a velcro tab. The supports are place so they rest next to the rise in the C25 floor.

The carpeting was required to eliminate the squeaking caused by wood rubbing fiberglass.

The bed takes a queen sized air mattress, and there's room on both sides to stand or change. Plenty of room underneath for cushions and duffles.

The whole thing stores under the cockpit if you remove the cushion.

I'm 6'2" and my wife and I are both on the heavier side of the scale. We've used this set up a lot this year with no problems. Even had a couple of lazy days with both of us and the kids all laying on the big bed reading or playing games most of the day. Easily one of the best things I ever did to the boat.

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Jared
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Response Posted - 12/03/2003 : 07:31:13

Doug,

I like it - my wife and I were planning on doing the exact same thing here real soon. Did you ever try it without the center support? I wasn't sure if we would need a center support with the combination of an inflatable mattress to spead out our weight and the 3/4 in. plywood. Just wondering if the support was added after you tried it out the first time, or you started with the support. Thanks.

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Doug
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Response Posted - 12/03/2003 : 19:21:43

Started with the support. May not be required though. Try it without. You can always add the later.

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TomA
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Response Posted - 12/04/2003 : 15:49:06

Thanks for the comments and great pics. Once again, this forum is worth its weight in gold, er... boat units!

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