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hey, ive noticed that some of the 80's boats have black rubber pads on the fiberglass swim platform. i have an 1989 mariah with fiberglass platform but it had wood screwed to it. just wondering if they came stock with the rubber pads? or if u added them what did u use?
The fiberglass platforms came standard with the rubber mats. I've never heard of anyone screwing wood to it. Can you take some pictures and post them here?
The stock pads weren't bad, but on my last two Supras I've put Hydroturf padding in it's place. It's much thicker and softer, as well as excellent traction and looks.
On mine the black pads tracked into the boat and drove me crazy. I used a Line-x type of coating where the pads used to be. I could see using a teak deck or something like that.
I've seen that happen on my buddies Launch, and another Supra. It was always a mess, and he had to keep a towel handy just to wipe your feet off to get in the boat.
On the black tracking in, my Hydroturf has never done that. On my Mariah, and on my Saltare. It's way cheaper than the Sea-Deck too.
sorry, i already removed the wood. it was thin teak strips screwed across. i am assuming for traction. the main problem was the screws holding it in werent counter suck enough and scratched up the bottom of the wakeboards. thanks for the info i will look into the hydroturf
This sounds like an awesome idea, my black oem pads are kind of falling apart, and i've been trying to think of a good replacement. I don't know much about hydrotuf aside from that it's used on jet skis. Could you post a link to the stuff you used, or a picture of what yours looks like?Quote:
Originally Posted by haugy
Here is the link to Hydro-turf. I always get the diamond pattern in black. It seems to have better traction than the Cut groove. You can also check for their "B side" which is blemished mats. They can be cheaper. A piece of advice, get the 3M adhesive. It will help keep the mat down. Make sure you still use silicone around the edges and through the middle, but the 3M will help hold it all across.
http://hydroturf.com/products/Sheets...o-Turf/40_x_62
I don't really take many pictures of my swim platform, but here are some you can kinda see. The first is the stock old mats from the Saltare.
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y16...e/IMG_0022.jpg
Here is my old Mariah.
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y16...s/P1040881.jpg
I also used the excess for traction points on my trailer.
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y16...s/P1040882.jpg
Hard to really see it on my Saltare.
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y16...e/P1060195.jpg
I have a 1989 Supra Comp with the same platform. I replaced my standard two black pads with custom SeaDek pad. I wanted a little extra coverage around the perimeter of the platform. SeaDek sent me a mylar plastic sheet to trace the platform on and note some basic dimensions to send back to them. They then sent me an approval drawing of what it was going to look like. I installed it myself and it was VERY easy. (You can check out installation videos on their website or on Youtube)
SeaDek had great customer service and great turn around time for my order. I would highly recommend that you check them out!
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Kevin,
you sent them your pic and they custom made your platform pads in black w/ Supra logo?
if yes, what did that run? i have a 92 comp in balck and white and this would be the bees knees if the price was right!!!
let me know!
Damn man, that is impressive. I like your artwork. :D :D So, how much was that?Quote:
Originally Posted by Kevin Hinken
Mike,
You order their template kit to create your own template. You then send this back to them for a quote. I think it ran just over $300... The kit runs $15 but is deducted from the total cost if you buy...
http://www.seadek.com/c-9-template-kits.aspxQuote:
The kit includes the following:
1, 2 or 3 sheets of clear Mylar plastic
40" x 80"
1 indelible marker
data form
1 template instructions
1 set of EVA foam color samples.
Once you have the kit follow the simple templating instructions. The cost of the kit is refundable upon purchase of a completed pad. Though the templating process is pretty simple, there are DIY video instructions to help you.
Sea Dek is an awesome company and produces an incredible product. They did a custom pad for me in the faux teak. It turned out incredible!!! I did the design (being a graphic designer) and they knocked it out perfect. I've had it for two seasons and it doesn't have a single nick in it and has remained perfectly adhered. I think mine was around $375 with the teak and custom design. Well worth it!!!Attachment 10647
I am totally agree with you. You are 100% good here that it seems to have better traction than the Cut groove. Get the 3M adhesive. It will help keep the mat down.Quote:
Originally Posted by haugy
I agreed what is said above!!!