Magma Grill Rail Mount (I know, groan!)

Thanks for the pic. This is definitely the way I'm going to go.

I know I won't try snatch yours though. BEAUTIFUL dog!
 
Nehalennia said:
Yeah if you don't have the swim ladder cover then I agree it's a toe stubber/trip hazard. I would probably use the flush mount kit and figure a way to extend it from around the transom locker area. I like the area of the fish rod mount but I'm not sure I'd trust that to not swing down. I'm sure it's fine though, I'm just not convinced.
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I was thinking of mounting similar to Todd but my platform is integrated and my concern was it being a toe stubber as he states. So my solution would be to install NuTeak on the swim platform and that should bring the surface of the platform to the height of the pedestal mount, therefore reducing the tripping hazard.
 
At Ease said:
I was thinking of mounting similar to Todd but my platform is integrated and my concern was it being a toe stubber as he states. So my solution would be to install NuTeak on the swim platform and that should bring the surface of the platform to the height of the pedestal mount, therefore reducing the tripping hazard.
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Well, that certainly the nicest way to go! :smt038
I love the look of that stuff. Very classy. Not sure I'd spring for the expense, especially here in TX where it gets super hot.
 
Here's a follow-up on this thread. Hopefully some future 420DA/44DA owner will get something out of this when he starts the same project and searches this site.

After considering much of the advise given on this board (thanks) I ended up buying a Magma Catalina without the infrared options. I also purchased the attachable tray with plastic cutting board. This looks like it'll be VERY handy. I bought the West Marine black cover made for the grill and it appears to be excellent quality.

Buying the grill was easy. Deciding on how to mount it was the bear. I initially purchased the rail mount so that I could attach it to my transom hatch handle. When I test fitted it I realized the grip on the oval handle wasn't great and I had to replace the supplied handles with wing nuts because the handles didn't have clearance to spin and lock the clasps down. Even though many of you assured me that having the grill so close to the cockpit seat back cushion was ok, I wasn't comfortable with what the heat would do to it over the long haul. Also, many of you keep you grills permanently mounted but I intended to have my stored in my bilge when not in use so ease of install/uninstall was important to me and this arrangement seemed finicky to do alone.

I bit the bullet and decided to drill holes in the boat. I returned the rail mount and bought the flush mount kit. I mounted the grill on the Port side gunwale far enough back so that when the grill was installed it would not impede using the step.

In the end, the drilling of the holes were no big deal. I did measure, remeasure, put the gril on top to measure, and them measure one more time again before drilling. Instructions called for the holes to be 18" apart however the actual dimension was exactly 9". That area of the deck is cored so drilling through was easy. I bought a brand new bit even though I already had an older one in that size. I HEAVILY taped the area to prevent chipping and scratching. When I installed the mounts I liberally used 3M non-permanent chalk around the hole and in all the screw holes to prevent any water intrusion into the coring.

I'm very happy with the final position and look forward to using the grill in the near future. My next project is to purchase another set of the mounts and build a platform in the bilge using the mounts to store my grill down there. Once that's done I'll follow up with some pics.

Thanks again for all the comments and insights!
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copb8tx said:
Here's a follow-up on this thread. Hopefully some future 420DA/44DA owner will get something out of this when he starts the same project and searches this site.

After considering much of the advise given on this board (thanks) I ended up buying a Magma Catalina without the infrared options. I also purchased the attachable tray with plastic cutting board. This looks like it'll be VERY handy. I bought the West Marine black cover made for the grill and it appears to be excellent quality.

Buying the grill was easy. Deciding on how to mount it was the bear. I initially purchased the rail mount so that I could attach it to my transom hatch handle. When I test fitted it I realized the grip on the oval handle wasn't great and I had to replace the supplied handles with wing nuts because the handles didn't have clearance to spin and lock the clasps down. Even though many of you assured me that having the grill so close to the cockpit seat back cushion was ok, I wasn't comfortable with what the heat would do to it over the long haul. Also, many of you keep you grills permanently mounted but I intended to have my stored in my bilge when not in use so ease of install/uninstall was important to me and this arrangement seemed finicky to do alone.

I bit the bullet and decided to drill holes in the boat. I returned the rail mount and bought the flush mount kit. I mounted the grill on the Port side gunwale far enough back so that when the grill was installed it would not impede using the step.

In the end, the drilling of the holes were no big deal. I did measure, remeasure, put the gril on top to measure, and them measure one more time again before drilling. Instructions called for the holes to be 18" apart however the actual dimension was exactly 9". That area of the deck is cored so drilling through was easy. I bought a brand new bit even though I already had an older one in that size. I HEAVILY taped the area to prevent chipping and scratching. When I installed the mounts I liberally used 3M non-permanent chalk around the hole and in all the screw holes to prevent any water intrusion into the coring.

I'm very happy with the final position and look forward to using the grill in the near future. My next project is to purchase another set of the mounts and build a platform in the bilge using the mounts to store my grill down there. Once that's done I'll follow up with some pics.

Thanks again for all the comments and insights!
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Very nice! Don't buy the mounts! I have a brand new set that I decided not to use. PM me your info and I'll send them to ya! Ya can't beat that deal, now can ya!
 
I installed a flush mount rod holder on my starboard side for my magna kettle charcoal grill. I did the install myself, I was apprehensive about putting a hole in the boat, but it has worked out good.

It is the best grill I have ever had. When I get out next I really need to take pictures.

Maybe I will see copb8txon the lake soon.
http://clubsearay.com/member.php/2503-copb8tx
 
Will do.

The 420 has a strip of snap-down cockpit carpet that's about 2' wide that runs up the port side right under the grill. We plan on pulling it up whenever we cook so that any drippings just land on the cockpit sole.
 
Looks excellent!! I just traded boats, and am going to install a rod holder, since I already have that mount on my grill. It is kind of nerve racking to start drilling....

copb8tx said:
Here's a follow-up on this thread. Hopefully some future 420DA/44DA owner will get something out of this when he starts the same project and searches this site.

After considering much of the advise given on this board (thanks) I ended up buying a Magma Catalina without the infrared options. I also purchased the attachable tray with plastic cutting board. This looks like it'll be VERY handy. I bought the West Marine black cover made for the grill and it appears to be excellent quality.

Buying the grill was easy. Deciding on how to mount it was the bear. I initially purchased the rail mount so that I could attach it to my transom hatch handle. When I test fitted it I realized the grip on the oval handle wasn't great and I had to replace the supplied handles with wing nuts because the handles didn't have clearance to spin and lock the clasps down. Even though many of you assured me that having the grill so close to the cockpit seat back cushion was ok, I wasn't comfortable with what the heat would do to it over the long haul. Also, many of you keep you grills permanently mounted but I intended to have my stored in my bilge when not in use so ease of install/uninstall was important to me and this arrangement seemed finicky to do alone.

I bit the bullet and decided to drill holes in the boat. I returned the rail mount and bought the flush mount kit. I mounted the grill on the Port side gunwale far enough back so that when the grill was installed it would not impede using the step.

In the end, the drilling of the holes were no big deal. I did measure, remeasure, put the gril on top to measure, and them measure one more time again before drilling. Instructions called for the holes to be 18" apart however the actual dimension was exactly 9". That area of the deck is cored so drilling through was easy. I bought a brand new bit even though I already had an older one in that size. I HEAVILY taped the area to prevent chipping and scratching. When I installed the mounts I liberally used 3M non-permanent chalk around the hole and in all the screw holes to prevent any water intrusion into the coring.

I'm very happy with the final position and look forward to using the grill in the near future. My next project is to purchase another set of the mounts and build a platform in the bilge using the mounts to store my grill down there. Once that's done I'll follow up with some pics.

Thanks again for all the comments and insights!
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I keep a stock of old towels in my dock box. I typically put one down, over the carpet, in front of the grill, just to prevent any splatters onto the cockpit carpet. Then the old towels are easy to wash.

copb8tx said:
Will do.

The 420 has a strip of snap-down cockpit carpet that's about 2' wide that runs up the port side right under the grill. We plan on pulling it up whenever we cook so that any drippings just land on the cockpit sole.
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I finally purchased a Magma kettle gas grill. My biggest hesitation is where I was going to place it on my 290 Sundancer. I just could not decide where. I finally decided to go with the flush deck mount on the aft starboard corner. It should be accessible and I can swing it over the water for grilling. I was also hesitant on it being on the swim platform in the back. I am pretty excited about it. I will either store it in the dock box or in the engine compartment. It should be here next week.
 
I just received my grill yesterday and mount. I was impressed at how well they are built. Now time to mount the holder on deck.
 
Can you post some picture's when done?
 
Here's the wrap-up on this project.

I purchased a synthetic plank from West Marine and cut it to 25" x 9". I smoothed out the corners and edges and installed a set of Magma flush mount brackets using stainless bolts, lock washers, and nylon lock nuts. I turned the mounting brackets so that the locking latch would NOT work. With the location of the mount and size of the grill it was just too difficult to reach the release. I installed 2 2" nylon hold-down straps with quick-release buckles to hold the grill in place. It feels very secure

Here's the empty bracket with the straps laying over the top (excuse crappy phone pics)

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Here's the grill installed. Even though I'd measured for it I was quite surprised at just how much space it used. It does have good clearance all the way around though with no worries of contact.

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I hope this helps future 420DA owners who want to do this. Good luck.
 
Great idea for storage! I just purchased my first Sea Ray. I just purchased a 2004 420DA and want to install a Magma grille. Can you help me out as I have never had a grille on board any of my boats. I would love to hear what Magma model you recommend as well as where and how you mounted the grille up top. Thanks for your time.
 
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VLEE4 said:
Great idea for storage! I just purchased my first Sea Ray. I just purchased a 2004 420DA and want to install a Magma grille. Can you help me out as I have never had a grille on board any of my boats. I would love to hear what Magma model you recommend as well as where and how you mounted the grille up top. Thanks for your time.
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i have a rectangular shaped Magma grill....i use a mount designed to fit in a fishing rod holder that is on the boat....this mounts works great....it allows for adjustment in height and allows the grill to be set up level regardless of the angle of the boat......takes just a min or so to set up the grill....

we used our grill this past WE to grill a couple nice and thick New York strip steaks.....worked great and cooked the steaks in just a few mins to 'medium', just like we like them.....:thumbsup:......

cliff
 
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