VJameslanza
Veteran Member
- Joined
- Dec 1, 2016
- Messages
- 54
- Location
- United States
- Vessel Name
- Encore
- Vessel Make
- 1988 Albin 40 Sundeck trawler
We’re looking to replace our Weaver Davits with more traditional transom or deck mounted davits. Our Dingy is an 8’ Boss “Hard Inflatable’that weighs 180lbs, and the 4 HP Mercury outboard about another 50 lbs.
The Forespar davits are rated for 350lbs, but are Rail Mounted with just a 3" pad attached to the transom or deck.
https://www.defender.com/pdf/NOVA_BROCH.pdf
I question the strength of the rail mount, but perhaps if reinforced by attaching a connector to another rail, it might suffice. I’m contacting Forespar to get their input.
Any thoughts or suggestions will be appreciated.
The Forespar davits are rated for 350lbs, but are Rail Mounted with just a 3" pad attached to the transom or deck.
https://www.defender.com/pdf/NOVA_BROCH.pdf
I question the strength of the rail mount, but perhaps if reinforced by attaching a connector to another rail, it might suffice. I’m contacting Forespar to get their input.
Any thoughts or suggestions will be appreciated.
