Project Wheelchair access

[jomac]

I've gone Nuts Plans are to take this 88 21'Trophy I/O convert into twin O/B with a wheelchair ramp on the oversized custom built engine platform, this will not be a bolt on, rather fully intergrated to the new stinger system & open floor plan i've got in mind and on paper. Well told you'll i had gone nuts give me your thoughts P.S. all this so i can take sis & a good friend of mine For Boat ride http://members.fishingworks.com/jomac/

 

[DJ]

Re: Project Wheelchair access

jomac,<br /><br />A VERY interesting, and might I add-noble, cause.<br /><br />Just a thought, have you considered installing a davit hoist on the cockpit floor? It would involve beefing up the stringers in the mounting area, but not nearly as extensive as you are thinking.<br /><br />I saw one a while back on a small sportfisher that was used for precisely the same purpose. It was 12 volt powered and was a standard job as seen on many utility trucks. Just the arm had been extended for a greater reach.<br /><br />It was mounted to one side (starboard as I recall) and it would swing (arm) forward along side the cockpit while underway. Pretty slick.<br /><br />Someone that knew the owner said it wa a one man operation for the owner (handicapped) to hoist himself and his chair aboard.

 

[jomac]

Re: Project Wheelchair access

Thanks djohns19 I don't know about noble just taking care if family! Sis been after me for awhile to figure out a way to get her in my 19CC, ain't happening not in the chair anyway,though about the lift idea before (she said and i quote WHAT NO WAY you ain't hanging me on no hook like a piece bait!) was going to make a platform(hull extension) for this boat anyway for diving and O/B mounts, just going to make a little longer. Tear begins, gutting interior now lift off in a few weeks i hope saving plenty of pics

 

[wayne h]

Re: Project Wheelchair access

jomac i work for a place that installs all kinda of lifts and straps for chairs in transit buses. let me know if i can lend you a hand. i have lot of things in my garage that might help you out just shoot me an email if you get stuck and i will see what i have <br />wheinlei@tampabay.rr.com

 

[jomac]

Re: Project Wheelchair access

Thanks wayne got your e-mail saved, i may need some help with tie-downs for her chair & ramp parts. Modifying the boat is nothing(other than the funds) making it safe,dependable and stable enough for loading&unloading a wheelchair in various conditions will be my main concern! will try to post drawings of the ramp setup, to get your thoughts on it and any ideas you may have,thanks again Later!