Hi all. Here's my latest PVC contraption. It's a removable yet rock solid grab bar made from 1.5" PVC pipe and fittings. It's attached to the hull using Stainless Steel hardware through-bolted into inverted PVC caps which are themselves attached to the bench and ribs of the hull using more SS hardware. Best of all, the entire assembly and/or top bar alone are easily removable if need be and I now have room for a small cooler behind the front seat which can still rotate and be removed as before. Best of all, I was able to attach a junk tray for my camera, phone, etc... and a drink holder! All and all it was a fun little project. I know PVC won't last forever, but I should get several good years worth of use out of it and it matches the rest of my cheap-o, DIY, PVC themed boat. So far I've made a PVC tiller extension, rod holders, umbrella holders, bilge pump and grab bar, but I'm sure I'll thinking of something else soon enough. Cheers!
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Very nice, I like it!
gouran01
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pvc skills!
richg99
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Nicely done. Look great.
Might think about painting it. I understand that the white PVC doesn't handle direct sun all that well. regards, Rich
Might think about painting it. I understand that the white PVC doesn't handle direct sun all that well. regards, Rich
nomowork
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Adult tinker toys!
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What is the purpose for what you built?
fender66
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Thanks. That is a funky looking building with the world's driest roof. PVC power! I suppose I may paint it eventually to give it some UV protection, but I'll probably just paint it white 
I can't believe how strong it is. I can grab it and literally shake the entire boat on the trailer and it easily supports my weight. The best part is that I actually gained usable space and have less stuff rattling around in the boat. I can't wait to use the junk tray and cup holder! Even though they're completely incidental, I think they're my favorite part. Now if I could just build a PVC outboard I'd be all set.
PVC projects to date: Tiller extension, rod holder, bilge pump, grab rail........
I can't believe how strong it is. I can grab it and literally shake the entire boat on the trailer and it easily supports my weight. The best part is that I actually gained usable space and have less stuff rattling around in the boat. I can't wait to use the junk tray and cup holder! Even though they're completely incidental, I think they're my favorite part. Now if I could just build a PVC outboard I'd be all set. PVC projects to date: Tiller extension, rod holder, bilge pump, grab rail........
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