Stainless Repair

Dave, call Norwalk Cove marina and ask them if they know.
 
The problem may be finding someone to finish the surface of the welded cut.

A little trick of the trade is using a small section of tubing as an inner sleeve. You can use 7/8" tubing if your railing is 1" or split a short section and squeeze it down just enuff to slide in the railing. This accomplishes two things. Acts as a backing to prevent burn thru and a barrier to hold the argon that protects the weld. It also lets you cut the repair section a little shy to allow the welder to 'pry' the sleeve to bridge the gap.

Like I said, finding a good finisher may be the hard part. Maybe get it repaired and then look for a finisher.

Here's a link to the railing repair you can
show the welder.

http://www.weldingtipsandtricks.com/stainless-steel-tubing-tips.html
 
I have a similar issue. Welds have cracked in two places where the stantion hits the base plate. The whole raile is welded so removal is a big job. I'm planning on taling to some metal fabricators who work in stainless and hoping somebody is mobile. Often it's finding one guy to refer you to the next guy and on down the line. As a last resort, I would think most larger marina yards would be able to handle this work. Let us know how you make out.
 
Dave i know the person use the guys from norwalk.He is in Bahamas where he brought his boat he will be back in two weeks I'll ask him. Relax.
 
Dave,

Can you take the section of the rail off the boat?

If so, drive down to Lockwoods in NJ. They do excellent work on rails. I've seen their work first hand and it's top notch.
 
To remove the sections five stanchions need to be removed and I do not have access to the through bolts. I have put in a claim so I don't plan on doing any of the work myself. I want it to look right when it's done but I don't want to create more damage gaining access to the stanchions. I may accept cutting and welding to prevent damaging the interior. It's a frustrating problem.
 
Dave:
A few years back, I had to have my bow rail repaired. The original work was done by Skipper Buds and it looked like sh!t. I had decided that maybe a boat/marine company is not who I wanted doing the work. So I called local fab shops and asked who specialized in stainless work. I found one and went to there shop to look at the quality of the work and go over pics of what needed to be done. They came out the next week, put weld blankets all around the area of work, and did it on site. They cut the tube out in a section and replaced the entire section, using solid bar at the joints. They uses a small 1" belt sander to blend it in. Then they polished the entire assembly. When they were done I could not even tell where they did the repair, it looked so good, I thought it was a new complete assembly. Bill was only $375.00, as it included drive time for them. The best quote from a marine company I received was $1,400 While it will be a little leg work on your end, but you seem to always go the extra mile on your work anyway.
 
I would be happy to go that route in fact the first company that looked at it is not a marine shop they are a welding shop. He didn't think he could do a good enough job with the polishing. I would be happy to use him he came recommended by others in fact in this thread. I didn't tell him no he was supposed to get back to me and let me know if he could do the job, the fact that I haven't heard from him I'm assuming he doesn't want the job. I have been looking for others, in fact Al Prisco just sent me an email with a lead for someone across the river. Thanks Al
 
Dave- If it comes down to it, I can help you do the final finish and polish. I've got a bit of metal working experience. It's really not that hard. Welding and fab of the part is another thing. I'd want to be sure whoever does that part is top-notch.
 
Thanks Ben but I'm really hoping BoatUS bigs up the tab to have someone do it right. I don't expect to have to follow up and complete the job. Aside from polishing my boats and cars I have no know or experience. I can live with learning a new trade.
Ben where are you keeping your boat for the winter?
 
Well it looks like I found someone to do the repairs and hopefully he will start soon so I can wrap the boat.

Ben they moved your boat you are only a couple a boats away from me now. Give me a call or email I have to ask you a question. Thanks
 
Is there room for my Center Console Dave?

I hear that Patsy's is full up this year and Wayne's world is..................let's just say, not full. ;-0

Good for Mike and Jimmy!!!!!
 
It is getting tight but I'm sure they will make room for you.
You are right the other yard looks empty and several of the boats that are there claim they will not return next year. I'm concerned how this might affect the next summer slip fees. I don't know how they can survive and it sad because I'm still very happy there. Except for water depth.
I guess I will see you soon at the yard.
 
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It is getting tight but I'm sure they will make room for you.
You are right the other yard looks empty and several of the boats that are there claim they will not return next year. I'm concerned how this might affect the next summer slip fees. I don't know how they can survive and it sad because I'm still very happy there. Except for water depth.
I guess I will see you soon at the yard.

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We went back to Patsy's agian this winter. Much happier there as they are courteous and know what they are doing.

When the other place learns management skills maybe they will get some people back. I think they are letting it go on purpose but who knows. They lost another member there. I can see allot more summer slips being available there next season as well.
 
Stopped at Patsy's Friday morning, told them we're bringing the boat over. Pulled right up to the work dock and got the engines winterized. They hauled us out, powerwashed the bottom and had me blocked in the yard in short order. They gave us a ride back to PBM to pick up our car.
 
Dave, if your welding guy falls through, call PennyBridge. The steering tie rod that connects my two rudders (1" SS) snapped. PBM had it welded back together, so they have someone who can weld SS.
 
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Dave, if your welding guy falls through, call PennyBridge. The steering tie rod that connects my two rudders (1" SS) snapped. PBM had it welded back together, so they have someone who can weld SS.

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There are tons of guys that can weld SS the polishing is the trick or problem. I don't what to see the weld when there are done. I and I'm sure you wouldn't care what it looks like bellow deck if it can't be seen. But I galad it worked out for you.
 
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