Blind mounting swim ladder? - 89 Baja 226 Islander
#1
Registered
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2016
Location: Texas
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Blind mounting swim ladder? - 89 Baja 226 Islander
Hi,
First post
I recently purchased an 89 Baja 226 Islander 226 open bow and I would like to mount a swim ladder under the integrated swim platform. I do not see any viable way to back up mounting hardware, as it does not appear I can access the ~6" deep cavity between the top of the platform and the bottom. i have seen others with this model with a swim ladder via online photos when researching, but I cannot tell how they are mounted. From research (and common sense) I am assuming all types of screws cannot be used, but I did find a product called blind fasteners, but I don't know how well I would be able to seal the installation to prevent water intrusion. I am a rookie, so am I missing something? Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Joseph
First post
I recently purchased an 89 Baja 226 Islander 226 open bow and I would like to mount a swim ladder under the integrated swim platform. I do not see any viable way to back up mounting hardware, as it does not appear I can access the ~6" deep cavity between the top of the platform and the bottom. i have seen others with this model with a swim ladder via online photos when researching, but I cannot tell how they are mounted. From research (and common sense) I am assuming all types of screws cannot be used, but I did find a product called blind fasteners, but I don't know how well I would be able to seal the installation to prevent water intrusion. I am a rookie, so am I missing something? Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Joseph
#2
Registered
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Port Deposit Md
Posts: 523
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I installed a aquastep ladder under my Fountain a few years ago and it came with all the hardware. If you use a 3M marine sealant and do what they call a wet installation of the hardware you should be fine.
#3
Registered
Hi,
First post
I recently purchased an 89 Baja 226 Islander 226 open bow and I would like to mount a swim ladder under the integrated swim platform. I do not see any viable way to back up mounting hardware, as it does not appear I can access the ~6" deep cavity between the top of the platform and the bottom. i have seen others with this model with a swim ladder via online photos when researching, but I cannot tell how they are mounted. From research (and common sense) I am assuming all types of screws cannot be used, but I did find a product called blind fasteners, but I don't know how well I would be able to seal the installation to prevent water intrusion. I am a rookie, so am I missing something? Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Joseph
First post
I recently purchased an 89 Baja 226 Islander 226 open bow and I would like to mount a swim ladder under the integrated swim platform. I do not see any viable way to back up mounting hardware, as it does not appear I can access the ~6" deep cavity between the top of the platform and the bottom. i have seen others with this model with a swim ladder via online photos when researching, but I cannot tell how they are mounted. From research (and common sense) I am assuming all types of screws cannot be used, but I did find a product called blind fasteners, but I don't know how well I would be able to seal the installation to prevent water intrusion. I am a rookie, so am I missing something? Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Joseph
#4
Forum Regulator
VIP Member
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0000...=1&pc_redir=T1
These Garelick fasteners/bolts have been discussed on here for mounting bolsters and heads. I think this could work for you guys. They are available in stainless steel.
These Garelick fasteners/bolts have been discussed on here for mounting bolsters and heads. I think this could work for you guys. They are available in stainless steel.
Last edited by Sydwayz; 08-15-2016 at 08:43 AM.
#6
Forum Regulator
VIP Member
Was on my phone yesterday. Here are some previous threads now that I can find them easier:
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/f...s-how-fix.html
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/f...rew-holes.html
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/f...s-how-fix.html
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/f...rew-holes.html
#7
Registered
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2016
Location: Texas
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Thanks
Was on my phone yesterday. Here are some previous threads now that I can find them easier:
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/f...s-how-fix.html
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/f...rew-holes.html
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/f...s-how-fix.html
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/f...rew-holes.html
Joseph