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Curapa
05-12-2010, 10:00 PM
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
05-12-2010, 10:03 PM
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
05-13-2010, 12:15 AM
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!!!!!:clap:

RWilson2526
05-13-2010, 06:54 AM
Looks pretty darn good to me.....and the price was right too I bet.:clap:

nymack66
05-13-2010, 08:26 AM
Nice work , I wish I knew how to weld ...

Curapa
05-13-2010, 01:42 PM
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
05-14-2010, 11:35 AM
looks good!

lumberslinger178
05-23-2010, 04:17 PM
nice work:clap::clap:

RidgeRunner
05-24-2010, 06:59 AM
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
05-24-2010, 07:02 AM
I don't see any crappy welds...looks great...good work!!...:clap: