rhodyboater
New Member
Ok, there are some great threads about replacing the fiberglass cockpit table with a wooden one (like the new dancers have) and I'm all fired up to do this.
Here's what I've found so far:
1)I have the round fiberglass model which looks kinda cheesy but is quite functional, i.e., has raised lip around edge to prevent sliding and has indented drink "holders".
2)New replacement teak table from SR is available for around $700. Looks real nice but does not have lip edge or drink indents, so not real helpful while underway.
3)Have seen some awesome custom made tables on this site, but they are devoid of anything to keep food or drinks from sliding off (why?)
4)Lastly, conflicting info on what best to coat the wood...poly, oil, etc. I would think oiled teak would be the best choice.
Any reason why not?
5)I am committed to doing this because to me, when you approach the boat at your slip, it seems the first thing you see is the table....so why shouldn't it be a knockout?
Plus, that's where you spend time with friends while docked.
Overall, it seems like a nice improvement to the overall looks and appeal of (in my case) the 280da.
p.s. can you tell I'm a new SR owner?!
Here's what I've found so far:
1)I have the round fiberglass model which looks kinda cheesy but is quite functional, i.e., has raised lip around edge to prevent sliding and has indented drink "holders".
2)New replacement teak table from SR is available for around $700. Looks real nice but does not have lip edge or drink indents, so not real helpful while underway.
3)Have seen some awesome custom made tables on this site, but they are devoid of anything to keep food or drinks from sliding off (why?)
4)Lastly, conflicting info on what best to coat the wood...poly, oil, etc. I would think oiled teak would be the best choice.
Any reason why not?
5)I am committed to doing this because to me, when you approach the boat at your slip, it seems the first thing you see is the table....so why shouldn't it be a knockout?
Plus, that's where you spend time with friends while docked.
Overall, it seems like a nice improvement to the overall looks and appeal of (in my case) the 280da.
p.s. can you tell I'm a new SR owner?!