A frame Idea for little rib - Page 2

actions · 25 April 2012, 10:47

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Originally Posted by LeeDee

I purchased the £149 'A' frame on eBay for my Pro 420 and it fitted a dream.

Fantastic. Prices I've been getting for one being made to spec don't seem quite right. I could buy a brand new rib almost.

Don't suppose you have any pictures do you with it fitted.?

Thanks very much.

Matt

actions · 25 April 2012, 10:48

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Originally Posted by Glow

Is there any way you can see to make it removable for storage?

The ebay one is ok for height etc for still getting it in the garage without the need to remove.

Does anyone have suggestions though about how to pack it out to bring it off the transom to avoid the steering arm and what to use or would i best getting it bent further out instead if it gives enough.

Im waiting for the seller to get back to me with some more measurements before taking the plunge.

Glow · 25 April 2012, 11:42

I fancy one for my little SIB, but I have a feeling that it would foul the fixing points for my launching wheels. Also I would need to be able to remove it as I store my boat deflated and in its bag.

The eBay listing suggests that they make them up on site, you could ask them to adjust it for you though I messaged them earlier this month and havent had a reply..

Hightower · 25 April 2012, 11:59

Got double single masts on mine. I have cleats, nav lights, aerial and flags hanging off them. They are pretty substantial and don't move around.

m chappelow · 25 April 2012, 12:36

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Originally Posted by Glow

I fancy one for my little SIB, but I have a feeling that it would foul the fixing points for my launching wheels. ..

Why not something to fit the launch wheel brackets or fixings ,
Though as long as the frame then doesn't stop the engine from turning too much.

Glow · 25 April 2012, 19:19

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Originally Posted by m chappelow

Why not something to fit the launch wheel brackets or fixings ,
Though as long as the frame then doesn't stop the engine from turning too much.

Cheers, I plan on keeping the wheels on when in the water and flipping them up at an angle when not in use as my boat is only 2.9m and space is at a premium.

I was thinking of fitting a cross piece between the wheel struts when not in use to allow me to fit a rod rest and a clip for my vhf radio, I will check it out at weekend

Boatnomad · 25 April 2012, 20:00

[QUOTE=Nick Hearne; Has replaced the original transom supports.
Best SR4 A-Frame i seen in a long time

Nick Hearne · 26 April 2012, 10:33

Oh now you are making me blush!

It also gives me something to strap the skis to.

LeeDee · 26 April 2012, 11:25

Have attached pics that show the frame, not all that technical I'm afraid but can take some more when I go to the boat in the next couple of days if anyone is interested. Lee

actions · 26 April 2012, 16:25

Thanks very much for those pics Lee.

If I can be really cheeky, if and when you get to the boat, could you grab the width measurement from between the two poles where the fix to the transom and also the height of the poles before the bend (base to bend). As the seller has not got back to me as of yet.

If not dont worry. I only ask as my transom is a different design to yours and i need to know if i will be able to tilt engine up under the frame and you can see in my first pic on page one how far across the steering arm comes so will have to bend it out / pack it out.

Ps ignore my PM to you about uploads of the pics as i hadnt checked the thread first

two quotes to make a similair size frame, in 316 stainless, and same 38mm are both £450 + VAT, so this seems too good to be true (if it works)

LeeDee · 27 April 2012, 08:53

Ok mate, will let you know the measurements as soon as I have them, Lee

LeeDee · 29 April 2012, 17:33

Sorry about the delay but pc went down. Measurements are:

Base of frame inner to inner 72.5cm
Height from base to first bend 27cm
Height of vertical after bends 42cm
Max width (inner measurement) 125cm
Total height after fitting 90cm

Measurements are as accurate as possible using steel rule.

Hope this helps, Lee

Mollers · 29 April 2012, 17:44

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Originally Posted by LeeDee

Have attached pics that show the frame,

Looking quiet up the river.

actions · 30 April 2012, 00:26

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Originally Posted by LeeDee

Hope this helps, Lee

Thanks lee. That is fantastic. I shall pop out to boat when im next off and measure it all to see if it fits. I think it probably will meaning i will save a fair bit of money.

Thanks once again.

idlevice · 28 June 2021, 18:20

I took one off a Avon searider and have used it in the garden supporting my sweet peas - but my better half decided it had to go this year.

So if you have not sorted one this was very stable - made from 40mm 316

2 x 4 bolt plate to transom plus floor fix for added rigidity

153cm from floor, 93cm from transom plates to top.

I have tried to load a picture but contact me if you want more details

roger dodge · 19 September 2021, 11:47

hi , as a total newbie and not having the boat yet i wondered if you had more detail on what you purchased on Ebay ? i only have a transom width of 790mm and only want it for aerial whip and nav lights.'
Regards
Roger

idlevice · 19 September 2021, 21:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by idlevice

I took one off a Avon searider and have used it in the garden supporting my sweet peas - but my better half decided it had to go this year.

So if you have not sorted one this was very stable - made from 40mm 316

2 x 4 bolt plate to transom plus floor fix for added rigidity

153cm from floor, 93cm from transom plates to top.

I have tried to load a picture but contact me if you want more details

Sold on a boat FB group site

roger dodge · 19 September 2021, 21:38

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Originally Posted by idlevice

Sold on a boat FB group site

Thank you
Roger