Obs seat backrest hinges - 89 SN
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Topic: Obs seat backrest hinges - 89 SN
Posted By: Chris4x4gill2
Subject: Obs seat backrest hinges - 89 SN
Date Posted: July-14-2011 at 11:02am
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The hinges on my observers seat backrest broke the other day. The ones that allow the backrest to pivot upwards for access to underneath the bow.
So far I cant find a replacement set - so, does anyone have experience making their own? looks like a few small peices of angle and flat stock is all it would take? Anyone converted to a different style hinge? I'm thinking piano hinge to make it open gullwing style might be possible? Anyone tried? I havent looked at location yet but that would creat a larger opening for access and would be convenient if you could add a gas shock to hold it in the up position. ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=4472" rel="nofollow - '89 Ski Nautique 2001 |
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Posted By: lewy2001
Date Posted: July-14-2011 at 12:14pm
Chris that hinge annoyed me that much that I removed it totally. Played around with a few ideas and came up with this setup. The seat back slides over in a tongue and grove type arrangement. This was the temporary setup until I tested if it worked OK. Have since replaced the timber with a more water proof item and recessed all the screws. It works well and you can remove the whole seat back to get access to the under bow storage.
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Posted By: Chris4x4gill2
Date Posted: July-14-2011 at 2:59pm
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looks like an easy option. Does it have enough support when installed? ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=4472" rel="nofollow - '89 Ski Nautique 2001 |