Question about v-berth

[BobKat86]

Hi all! I have a question about what to do in the v-berth with the seam that consists of the hull wall and deck.

There are screws and wiring all along this seam that we most likely will need access to sometime in the future as this is almost a 50 year old boat.

What is the best method for dealing with this?

[grantmc]

Photos would really help.

[Shrew]

Originally Posted by BobKat86

What is the best method for dealing with this?

What are you dealing with now? I understand the concept, just not the problem.

[psk125]

Are you trying to hide it? You can probably build a long L-shaped cover out of two pieces of wood. Hold it in place by just screwing or bolting it at the ends, since it only has to support it’s own weight. Varnish or paint to match the space. Our boat just has a vertical batten glued to the underside of the deck hiding the hull/deck joint.

[coopec43]

Why don't you use PVC electrical ducting? Use (internal) self tapping screws to secure it to the hull.

[psk125]

Originally Posted by coopec43

Why don't you use PVC electrical ducting? Use (internal) self tapping screws to secure it to the hull.

Does the suggested PVC ducting bend so it can follow the curve of the sheer? How does it cover the ends of the bolts if it’s a tube, or square tube? How do you get the wires inside without having to rewire them?

[coopec43]

Originally Posted by psk125

Does the suggested PVC ducting bend so it can follow the curve of the sheer? How does it cover the ends of the bolts if it’s a tube, or square tube? How do you get the wires inside without having to rewire them?

You can easily bend it with your hand to conform with the curve and sheer of the hull.

It is a square/rectangle channel with a snap on lid (to cover the cabling).

I suggest you go along to your hardware chain and have a look at it. Maybe Ridgefield Hardware has it?
https://www.acehardware.com/store-details/07104


Ridgefield Hardware Co
385 Main St
Ridgefield, CT 06877
Phone: (203) 438-2661
Fax: (203) 431-9506
Email:

But anyway the major hardware chains will have it as it is a common item in the electrical game.


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[JPA Cate]

I think the varnished timber would look really nice. You might want to paint, first. That usually really freshens up the area.

Ann

[coopec43]

Originally Posted by JPA Cate

I think the varnished timber would look really nice. You might want to paint, first. That usually really freshens up the area.

Ann

I agree varnished timber would look nice but he wants to be able to get to the cabling at some time in the future.

Therefore I think PSK125(?) hit the nail right on the head: have the timber removable.