Remove table pedestal in cabin

JeffMac

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Seattle, WA
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320 Sundancer, 2004, twin v-drives
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350 Mag 300 hp inboard
I have a 2004 320 Sundancer. Simply looking to remove and clean the canvas carpet protectors in the cabin. Looks like one of the canvas pieces makes a circle around the table leg, and the only way to remove the carpet protector is to remove the table leg. I’m not sure how to remove the leg. Does it unscrew? Is it screwed down to something? Very hard to tell because the table leg mount appears to be below the carpet. Thanks!
 

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Just pulls out, sometimes it’s a little tight give it a little wiggle back and fourth as you pull up and it should come out no problem!
 
Yep - it just pulls out. A little wiggle and twist should help. We rarely keep our out on our 340 as we find the table takes up too much room and we rarely use it. We just take it out when needed.

After you get it out use a little scotchbrite in the opening to remove and dirt or oxidation that may give it extra resistance. You can all use it on the bottom of the tube.

-Kevin
 
Those canvas runners clean up really well in a washing machine. Pretreat any stains, wash, air dry, and spray waterproof to help deter future stains.
 
Just don't pull the leg out towards your face. When it releases you may cause injury to your face. (I know this for reasons that will not be divulged)
 
It worked! Thanks everyone. First post on here and it was just what I needed
 
Those canvas runners clean up really well in a washing machine. Pretreat any stains, wash, air dry, and spray waterproof to help deter future stains.

Yep right into the washing machine as John noted. If they are are severely stained then treat as follows:

"Machine washing
Some removable casings can be washed in the washing machine, however consult the furniture manufacturer before removing the casing as cushion construction may vary. To wash, first close all zippers. Machine wash in cold water on the delicate cycle with normal amounts of mild laundry detergent. For severe mold or mildew, add 1 cup of bleach. Allow fabric to air dry." (This is per Sunbrella)

For protection/waterproofing 303 Fabric Guard is the recommended product (sold by the parent company) but you can also use other products like one from Starbrite (I have used and its good) for a little less money.

BIG NOTE HERE: DO NOT Place in the dryer - If you do - then get my telephone number so I can sell you a new one. ;)

-Kevin
 
Like Kevin, I use the Starbrite product also and it seems to work and hold up just as well as the 303 for less money.
Pretreating stains with Lestoil before machine washing works well.
It’s amazing how dirty those things can get over the course of a season. I’m glad all that dirt isn’t getting through to the carpet.
 
Like Kevin, I use the Starbrite product also and it seems to work and hold up just as well as the 303 for less money.
Pretreating stains with Lestoil before machine washing works well.
It’s amazing how dirty those things can get over the course of a season. I’m glad all that dirt isn’t getting through to the carpet.

I do not recommend that starbrite product for the sunbrella runners on carpet stairs (if you have them). I did that on mine and it made them quite slippery on the surface (it is PTFE which is teflon based I think). They are easy to clean, so I now just throw them through the washer periodically and not worry about trying to waterproof them.
 
Just a side note... I hate to state the obvious, but... couldn't you have just slid the carpet runner up and over the leg?

All good advice about removing the leg, though - especially avoiding your face. I use a a few taps on the side of the leg while pulling up.

If you can, snap it back down immediately after removing it from the washer. They tend to shrink a bit when they dry.
 
Just to close this out, I removed the leg from the floor with a little muscle and twist (btw, I tried to avoid the need to even remove the leg but the carpet runner wouldn't fit around the top part of the pedestal).

Washed my canvas runners in my washing machine with cold water, let them air dry, and snapped them back in successfully when they were dry. They look so much cleaner and smoother. I appreciate the tips on the washing process from a separate post. thanks!
 
I do not recommend that starbrite product for the sunbrella runners on carpet stairs (if you have them). I did that on mine and it made them quite slippery on the surface (it is PTFE which is teflon based I think). They are easy to clean, so I now just throw them through the washer periodically and not worry about trying to waterproof them.

No runners on the steps. They”re not carpeted. The runners just cover the floors and I never had a problem with the Star Brite product making them slippery.
 
Just to close this out, I removed the leg from the floor with a little muscle and twist (btw, I tried to avoid the need to even remove the leg but the carpet runner wouldn't fit around the top part of the pedestal).

Washed my canvas runners in my washing machine with cold water, let them air dry, and snapped them back in successfully when they were dry. They look so much cleaner and smoother. I appreciate the tips on the washing process from a separate post. thanks!

Glad it worked out. Sunbrella is pretty resilient stuff. I find that waterproofing the runners makes it easy to keep them clean. I just use a damp sponge or rag with a little drop of Dawn on it to wipe up food or beverage spills during the season.
 
I think someone mentioned 303 protectant, above - that's an excellent treatment for the fabric.

By the way, isn't your table post a simple post - with nothing attached (permanently) to it of any kind? Meaning, isn't it just straight pole (tapered ends, of course)? Not meaning to beat this to death - just to make sure you're aware of how everything goes together - meaning, the table should come off the post and you would be left with a straight pole. Or... does your table post have something permanently attached to it? Can't say I've ever seen that with the type of post you have in your pic, though.
 
I think someone mentioned 303 protectant, above - that's an excellent treatment for the fabric.

By the way, isn't your table post a simple post - with nothing attached (permanently) to it of any kind? Meaning, isn't it just straight pole (tapered ends, of course)? Not meaning to beat this to death - just to make sure you're aware of how everything goes together - meaning, the table should come off the post and you would be left with a straight pole. Or... does your table post have something permanently attached to it? Can't say I've ever seen that with the type of post you have in your pic, though.

I think you may be absolutely right. If I twist the table and pull I think it will pop right off the straight pole. Thanks for that idea for next time.
 

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