Leaning post

[Curapa]

My fisherman 18 came with two pedestal seats which were inconvenient at best. When sitting, you couldn't see where you were going, when standing it wasn't very comfortable.

I built this leaning post using electrical conduit (which is light and cheap) and my trusty MIG from Harbor freight.

Here are some pics.

 

[Curapa]

After a bit of sanding my crappy welds and a few coats of West Marine topside, here is the finished product.

I also made the cushion and cover. I has some vinyl left over and I gave my sewing skills a workout. The cushion isn't perfect but it works.

 

[Destroyer]

VERY nice job. It looks well thought out and probably will last longer than a "store bought". MIG and TIG are my two favorite kinds of welding. I have to admit I'd never try something like that, even though I can weld fairly well. Well Done!!!!!

 

[RWilson2526]

Looks pretty darn good to me.....and the price was right too I bet.

 

[nymack66]

Nice work , I wish I knew how to weld ...

 

[Curapa]

Thanks guys, I am pretty happy with it. I have about $50 in it not including the $35 for the paint which I am using to spray several things anyways.

About two years ago I made the T-top from my boat also. It turned out O.K. but I will be re-doing it this year with some beefier tubing. There is just a bit too much flex in it for me.

 

[eegs2k]

looks good!

 

[lumberslinger178]

nice work

 

[RidgeRunner]

Thanks guys, I am pretty happy with it. I have about $50 in it not including the $35 for the paint which I am using to spray several things anyways.

About two years ago I made the T-top from my boat also. It turned out O.K. but I will be re-doing it this year with some beefier tubing. There is just a bit too much flex in it for me.

I have a custom T-top with lots of wiggle. Don't sell yourself short, your work looks great.

 

[reelapeelin]

I don't see any crappy welds...looks great...good work!!...