25 Seafari Project

[Islandtrader]

My first choice would be to get a windshield made like the original, but if it's over $1,000, I'm going to look into making one myself.

I would guess that windshield quote will be over 3k.

Let us know.

[strick]

Terry is right your looking at about $3500 for a new windshield of that size. I have forgot the name of the company that makes them but if you do a search you may find it. There was someone that used them to make a windshield for their sceptre.



strick.

[htillman]

American Marine Products out of Florida, check out there website and give them a call. I bought all new rubber gaskets and components for a 23 Sceptre windshield. They are the original manufacturers of these windshields.

[Blue_Heron]

I did a little more this weekend. Finished removing the inserts and slapped together a mockup windshield frame based on strick's dimensions. The frame geometry looks much better than my first efforts. Thanks again, strick. Here are a couple pics after the work.

[stumpie2]

great start... now its really starting to look like a 25 seafari with that huge windshield... just know that the entire front windshield doesnt open and there is a crossmember that is about 10-12 inches from the bottom of the front panals, and only the top portion opens... looking good though!

[Blue_Heron]

... just know that the entire front windshield doesnt open and there is a crossmember that is about 10-12 inches from the bottom of the front panals, and only the top portion opens... looking good though!

Understood. I believe the fixed glazing in the bottom of the front panels keeps the frame from racking from side to side in a heavy sea. I intend to duplicate that whether I make one or have it made by someone else. At this point, I just want a feel for the overall size and geometry.
Dave

[NoBones]

Hey Dave (blue_heron)
Which project comes first the Bonefisher or the SeaCraft?
Whata toss-up...
Good luck with both.

See ya, Ken

[McGillicuddy]

Mock-up looks real nice, BH. I think it will look outstanding in a golden cypress or even a rich mahogany. Look forward to seeing the results

[Blue_Heron]

Hey Dave (blue_heron)
Which project comes first the Bonefisher or the SeaCraft?
Whata toss-up...
Good luck with both.

See ya, Ken

Well, I think the bonefisher will take more time, but less money, and the Seafari will take more money, but less time. So it depends on whether I have more time first, or more money. And hopefully I'll finish both before the wife runs out of patience. Frankly, I can't believe it's lasted this long.
Dave

[Blue_Heron]

Still thinking about geometry and ergonomics as I plan the build back of the helm area. Can anyone tell me the height from the deck to the top of the seat cushion at the helm?

I'm also looking for pedestal type helm seats. Can anyone recommend a seat that's a good compromise between quality and price? I was looking at this one, but haven't seen one up close.



Price is $229 each, and it includes the pedestal. Anyone have experience with Wise products?
Dave