Swim platform on grand banks 42

[JESSEDIVER49]

Two questions re: Swim Platform on '84 Grand Banks 42:

1. Where to get replacement teak deck slats? (I have one closest to transom deteriorate and fall apart)

2. I'd like to upgrade ladder and platform to allow a scuba diver to exit the water onto boat. Any suggestions on sturdy telescoping ladder (mfr?) and/or design to strengthen platform? new decking material?

 

[Capt.Bill11]

The slats you have made.

As to the ladder and stronger platform, I extended my platform by a few slats and that made it much more diver friendly. I used a 4 step, wide, fold down style ladder that worked fine as a dive ladder. We just took off and clipped off our rigs to lines hanging off the platform before climbing out.

 

[JESSEDIVER49]

Swim Platform on Grand Banks

Thanks for reply Capt Bill.
Can you tell me the ladder mfr and model?

 

[Capt.Bill11]

It was the original heavy duty SS ladder that came with the boat. Very sturdy, I believe GB made them. Now that I think about it, it was three steps.

You can see a picture of it here: http://tinyurl.com/n4o8man

 

[siestakey]

@ shops here in Sarasota that will do the slats and or rebuild it for you let me know if you need information on them

 

[Capt.Bill11]

You shouldn't have to send it out of state to get repaired, extended or even replaced. It's all pretty basic wood work. In fact it's a DIY project for anyone with some fairly basic wood working skills and tools.

 

[markpierce]

If you have or can make a pattern, any cabinet shop should be capable of making a properly-shaped board.