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s3tbuell
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Initially Posted - 12/23/2003 :  14:17:47  Show Profile
Would anyone know if the rear bulkhead at the foot of the aft berth has any structural value? I removed mine and enjoy the room for storage of very light things.
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sailgal
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Response Posted - 12/23/2003 :  18:36:50  Show Profile
I'm not sure about the structural value, but man what a job I had taking it off when I installed my power inlet on the port stern side! I too noticed the space but put it all back together. See if anyone has an answer for ya.
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Arlyn Stewart
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Response Posted - 12/23/2003 :  18:43:57  Show Profile  Visit Arlyn Stewart's Homepage
I may have some pics sent to me by an owner who simply made some large cutouts in the aft bulkhead so as to use the area for storage.

I would think that would be a better way to go than leaving it out. If one was careful with the cutouts... they could be hinged and latched which would provide a good appearance and keep the stuff stored from making its way back into the berth.
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Oscar
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Response Posted - 12/23/2003 :  20:44:09  Show Profile  Visit Oscar's Homepage
Minimal structural value if any. I'm with Arlyn. Use it as a front for cabinets/baskets whatever...it would look better.

Oscar...in Phoenix making BU's
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Mark Loyacano
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Response Posted - 12/23/2003 :  22:27:39  Show Profile
...took mine out two years ago. There has been no consequence that I can see. I'll add, though, it doesn't look "finished". Next season I might add some stained oak trim (from Home Depot) just to make it look better.

Ventilation has paid off in my boat. No aft bulkhead, no forward bulkhead, Nicro day/night solar vent, aft scuppers (with screens to keep bugs out) ... a quick clorox wipedown a couple times a year keeps mildew and musty odors to a minimum.
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Mark Loyacano
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Response Posted - 12/23/2003 :  22:30:30  Show Profile
Please disregard my post (above). I have a Catalina 25. Sorry. I must be loosing it....
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