Swim platform brackets

[ripped_78]

I am installing a swim platform on my 1986 Fourwinns and I am needing some brackets. I found some aluminum ones on ebay for $40.00 a peice. I would really like to go cheaper is there any suggestions that you guys have. Can I make the brackets out of steel and powder coat them?

 

[ripped_78]

Re: Swim platform brackets

Something like this

 

[Haut Medoc]

Re: Swim platform brackets

Your question needs to be in the restoration forum.....

 

[Bondo]

Re: Swim platform brackets

Ayuh,...........

But,....
$40.00 is Cheap,....... SSteel will run 10X that.......
And,......
Painted, or Coated Steel is going to RUST,......... Period..........

 

[ripped_78]

Re: Swim platform brackets

I wanted to ask before I went and had some powdercoated. Thanks.

 

[Fishermark]

Re: Swim platform brackets

If you have a local metal shop - they might be able to weld you up a couple of aluminum brackets cheaper than $40 each. Just a thought. I agree with Bondo to stay away from the steel - unless Stainless.

 

[bruceb58]

Re: Swim platform brackets

I would have some stainless ones welded up that matched your transom angle.

 

[ripped_78]

Re: Swim platform brackets

How bad would it be if they didn't match the transom angle?

 

[bruceb58]

Re: Swim platform brackets

Your swimstep would be at an angle to the water!

If your transom is vertical relative to the water line, then it is not an issue.

 

[ripped_78]

Re: Swim platform brackets

Well I never really noticed my transom to have much of an angle. I have found some that are 90 degrees I hope they will be alright.