Cooler Rack

CDory23 · Posted: Sat May 30, 2015 11:08 pm Post subject: Cooler Rack

I have researched a lot of Splashwell modifications on this site. I have finally decided for my needs a cooler rack with a cutting board custom mounted on top of cooler is the best fit for my needs. I was originally going to customize it from scratch something similar to this: pic a few posts in

http://www.c-brats.com/viewtopic.php?t=21112

I found limited information on the factory racks but really like this one I found. I was really just looking for an easy order rack instead of working with a shop or customizing it myself because of other projects I have going on right now. If anybody has any current information on the factory racks or where I could order a rack that would work it would be very helpful. Thanks

http://www.c-brats.com/albums/2007-cdory-photos/2007_c_dory_002.jpg

hardee · Posted: Sun May 31, 2015 1:29 am Post subject:

C-Dory23, that first picture you referenced is the small cooler on my 22 Crusier. It hangs on a bar that runs between the lazerettes and sits into the splash well. It does keep the OB's from tilting forward all the way up to get the props out of the water. That would be my only complaint with that set up. It keeps the cooler out of the cabin and up off the sole, so in that way it is a big plus. I don't use a cooler often but when I do, this is the one that I use.

Harvey
[b]SleepyC[/b] Moon

ssobol · Posted: Sun May 31, 2015 8:25 am Post subject:

The cooler rack can also make getting in and out of the boat more difficult. It kind of blocks the way to/from the swim step (if you have one). It also puts the cooler up more in the sun. We use a cooler but keep it in the cockpit. It also doubles as a table.

CDory23 · Posted: Sun May 31, 2015 9:41 am Post subject:

Thank you for the replies. For the majority of my fishing trips I do the sun on the cooler and the access into the boat is not a problem. The permatrims are useful as a nice step but I have the Garelick 4 step ladder which works great. The cockpit turns in to valuable space and getting the cooler off the floor is my main goal. To have it double as a cutting/bait board on top would help as well.

With that being said those are great points and I was hoping to find a rack that would be easily removable for days when it would not be practical. I read a post somewhere on here with a removable system.

It would be great if I could find a factory removable rack to fit my needs and I have contacted C dory about there current options and haven't heard back. At worst I will be customizing something up and have a local shop put it togethere with 316.

bcassal · Posted: Sun May 31, 2015 10:12 am Post subject:

I made a very simple platform to sit over the splash well. It attaches to a bar that spans the splash well, We use it to store the cooler while under way, and for cooking and food prep as well as other uses. Simple construction of epoxy coated plywood. Like most of my modifications, it was inspired by another C-brat on this site. I wouldn't be without it!
Photos in my album: Carpy; Modifications and improvements.

Bruce Cassal
Carpy

Sunbeam · Posted: Sun May 31, 2015 10:33 am Post subject:

Sea Wolf · Posted: Sun May 31, 2015 11:07 am Post subject:

Another home-made cooler rack. Top can abe modified for a cutting board. Photos start here: (Click on photo.)

Joe.

CDory23 · Posted: Sun May 31, 2015 1:46 pm Post subject:

Carpy, I do like your table, as it seems to be the most universal. I might consider making mine out of starboard. Where did you purchase the transom bar? Thanks!

hardee · Posted: Sun May 31, 2015 3:58 pm Post subject:

On my cooler, I keep a white towel folded (2 layers at least), over the top and in place with a bungee cord. This provides extra insulation. I have a silver foil reflector that I have used on top of that if it is really warm and lots of direct sun. It can also be moistened for evaporative effect to increase cooling.

I used to have a table that fit over the top of the cooler, with slats down on each side to keep it stable. It would work on this cooler except it is different sized.

Harvey
SleepyC Moon

ssobol · Posted: Tue Jun 02, 2015 6:18 pm Post subject:

One thing I noticed with the cooler rack that came with my boat is that if it is in the cooler parts of the year it will not fit because the boat contracts too much. In the summer it fits fine.

CDory23 · Posted: Sun Jun 07, 2015 10:04 pm Post subject:

I am getting all materials necessary tomorrow to make and install a table on the splashwell very similar to Carpys. I am sizing it to fit a YETI 110 which will also have a cutting board on the top of that.

I am going to make the table out of 1" starboard with 1/2" borders. I plan on using SS screws to secure the border to the main slab on starboard. I have not worked much with starboard and I know that that is difficult to glue anything but I"m wondering of a sealant or anything else I can use when securing the borders. Any help on this or other tips building appreciated. Thanks

Sea Wolf · Posted: Mon Jun 08, 2015 4:55 am Post subject: