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BOAT DAVITS
17 de septiembre de 2023 · 33 min · 7K visitas
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Fabricating and installing a custom steel gantry and davits requires careful surface preparation, multiple coats of anti-rust primer, and precise mechanical mounting to ensure structural integrity. The project involves cleaning raw steel, sanding surfaces to improve paint adhesion, and applying five total layers of coating—two of anti-rust primer and three of finish paint—to prevent corrosion.0:27 For the gantry installation, the builder uses thick rubber pads salvaged from an old windvane to protect the deck and ensure a tight fit, though he eventually switches to butyl sealant when the rubber proves too compressible to stabilize the structure.10:35
The davits are constructed from 30x40mm steel tubing, designed to support approximately 100kg each.13:39 To avoid drilling holes that could compromise the gantry's strength or introduce rust points, the builder fabricates custom steel saddles that bolt around the gantry frame.14:33 He marks the port and starboard davits with color-coded tags to ensure correct orientation during final assembly.19:37 The process concludes with the installation of eye nuts to support the dinghy lifting tackle.15:44
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