Low buck projects- Let's see 'em!

[H2814D]

Guess what I'm building? Shouldn't be too hard. I'll post the real pics and details after it's finished.

[deltaten]

Hatchboard A/C mount, with support knees !
DO I get a cookie?

[katsailor]

Originally Posted by deltaten

Hatch board A/C mount, with support knees !
DO I get a cookie?

How do you get in and out of the boat if the ac unit is blocking the hatchway?

[Ritchard]

Thankfully, boats never catch on fire, or it could be considered a liability. Oh wait...

[mergens]

Walmart has a great selection of inexpensive LED lights in their automotive aisle. They are completly sealed and about sixteen dollars for a twelve inch strip of LEDS. Should you want to shorten the strip, it can be cut and still works

[H2814D]

Originally Posted by katsailor

How do you get in and out of the boat if the ac unit is blocking the hatchway?

It will only block the lower portion of the companionway. I am replacing the two lower companionway slats with this. The top of it will only be 20 inches above the step. In the event of a need for a quick escape, like a fire, it is easily stepped over. I also have a forward hatch that is large enough to exit in an emergency.

The unit will only be in place while docked in my slip. I need the shore power to run it anyway. Gets pretty warm on Lake Mead in the summer and I only anticipate using it while docked.

[Ritchard]

We're only bugging you 'cause we're jealous you live in a climate that requires AC.

[macwester26]

Easy to make assorted sizes Dry bags.
Used for dry storage for yachting camping.or whatever you wish.


easy to make....

http://sonar.x90x.net/How%20to%20make%20a%20drybag.pdf
may take a while to download..

Robert.

[FinallySailing]

Not really a project, but cheap and cheerful anytime:

Been using these bags from a famous Swedish furniture company for all sorts of things around the boat, from outboard cover, rope tote to sail bag. At the price it doesn't matter if they only last a season (most last much longer).

[bljones]

Finally and macwester, welcome aboard, and thanks for the great contributions.
I agree about the versatility of IKEA bags. They also make great ice bags to keep drinks cold at large gatherings.