Adding a cockpit table.

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I just purchased a new cockpit table. It came with two posts. The posts mount to the cockpit sole with surface mount deck plates. These are the kind that do not require cutting a round hole in the sole,(in my case engine hatches) and have a plastic plug insert to use when the pole is not in place. Anybody had any issues with this type of mount ? Are they sturdy ? Floor plates obtrusive ? OR ?
 
A little late to ask, now that you've already bought it! Maybe you should tell US???

Any table without legs is going to need a "base" of some sort... If it's not countersunk into the deck it'll HAVE to sit proud and may be "obtrusive". You could always send it back and buy a folding card table...
 
Surface mounting can be sturdy, it all depends on the installation..(ie: Thru bolting with a backer will be better than just screws into fiberglass..) Personally, anything that stands proud in the cockpit will be a pain and should be avoided..I just don't like anything that may be a tripping point to areas where I may need to move quickly.
 
We have a couple of tables on the bridge that mount via posts & flush deck plates.
I can imagine a lot of tripping if they were surface mount
 
If surface mounted this will become a trip hazard.
In Texas anything metal in the cockpit will also burn the bottom of your feet.
We use small throw rugs to cover the hatch handles, even though they are recessed
Good luck
Abouttime
 
If the table is going to be permanently in place, the type of base probably doesn't matter as you'll have to walk around the table anyway. However if you plan to remove the table, the base is likely to be a tripper.
 
I used that type of mount,when the table is in use, it only sticks up about 1/4". They are sturdy and easy to use. It's a great choice.
 
just be sure to through bolt with a backer plate or it will not last.
 
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Originally posted by HOGAN

I used that type of mount,when the table is in use, it only sticks up about 1/4". They are sturdy and easy to use. It's a great choice.

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Mike
the 'flush' ones do stick up about that amount
I think Bob is looking at something like this
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Well, short of taking a pic of the base, I can't seem to find a picture of it anywhere. Best description is as Mike described, it is a ring that is fastened to the floor with screws. Sticks up about 1/4". The table leg goes in and is given about a 1/4 turn to lock it in place. When the leg is removed a plastic plug, the diameter of the table leg is inserted, so it leaves a reasonably smooth 1/4" tall hump in the floor. Not much of a tripping hazard. I made the purchase knowing if I couldn't use the table in the cockpit that the table top would work in the galley since my existing galley table is HUGE. Also just ONE of the table legs anywhere else cost more than the two legs & bases & table I bought on e bay. I just looked at my photo's, have plenty of places and people but none really of JUST my boat. I will remedy that this week. I really needed this kidney shaped table because my Chris is very unique with it's very round design.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Neu_RDMU8p4

This video is a tour some guy made of a same year Chris Craft. Mind you this is not my boat but the same model make year. . .this guy must have made this video for insurance purposes. First one is the cockpit , then you can tour the cabin/ galley if you go to his next video. All of my interior is a saddle vinyl, I suppose teal was popular in 93. My camper top is sunbrella charcoal tweed. (not blue)
 
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