catalina hull liner

[michaelmrc]

We have a 27ft Catalina and find that the v-berth is in all essence to small for 2 people to comfortably sleep in. was wondering if i could cut out the inner liner in the v-berth to allow for more room. Is this liner strictly cosmetic, or does it have some structural purpose as well. Thanks

[GordMay]

The hull liner is merely cosmetic, and not structural.

[svHyLyte]

Gordo-- I believe Frank Buttler would disagree with you, particularly at the ends of the yacht. It might be wise for the Questioner to contact Catalina Yachts and boats for sale - Catalina Yachts .

s/v HyLyte

[GordMay]

I’ve never heard of an interior liner being “structural”; but of course would defer to Frank Butler (President of Catalina Yachts), in this specific case.

Perhaps the International Catalina 27/270 Owners Association might also offer some specific advice.
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