[Rhodes22-list] Seeking advices on accesories for 1983 Rhodes 22

[Steve]

Kenny
Just my 2cents worst:
> -Bimini Top or Boom Room

I would go with the Bimini.  But since the Rhodes has
end boom attachment, I went with 2 permentant bimini
supports.  WM has the adjustable type which is easier
to set the back support & make adjustments.  If you
keep a eye on WM close out each fall; you should be
able to get a bimini from them for under $300.

> -Solar Panel

I have 1 deep cycle with a 10w solar panel.  Got it
also from WM.  It's that kit that sale for around
$150. I mounted mine on the stern rail fixed to a wood
platform that I made. 

> -Skipper Swivel Chairs

I have foam cusions in my cockpit.  That works for me.

> -Propane Burner/portable Coleman camping type gas
> cooktop

I have the Mamga Grill mounted on the stern rail.  

> -Fishing Rod holder

NOt really needed.  Most of the time you will only be
fishing when you are at anchor.

> -110V hookup

Not needed.  An extension cord will work at the dock
if you do need 110v.

> -Flush toilet vs pump-out connection.

 Pump out stations are a PINA.  Pota Pot works for me.

Steve



--- kenny vu <kv1at57 at hotmail.com> wrote:

> Seeking advices to install the following on my newly
> acquired '83 Rhodes 22
> 
> -Bimini Top or Boom Room
> -Solar Panel
> -Skipper Swivel Chairs
> -Propane Burner/portable Coleman camping type gas
> cooktop
> -Fishing Rod holder
> -110V hookup
> -Flush toilet vs pump-out connection.
> 
> Here's the details:
> -Mostly for weekender use. Can trailer up after use.
> Currently have a porta 
> potty. No problem putting chemical in it, and
> dumping it out in toilet after 
> use, but thought a pump out might be convenient for
> longer trip/visit to 
> other marinas. Is pump-out necessary when visiting
> marinas, i.e. can't take 
> porta potty out and dump ?
> -Definitely want at least a bimini top to keep the
> sun out. Boom Room seems 
> to be an overkill, especially if it costs an arm and
> a leg, and inconvenient 
> to set-up/tear down, and can't be use as a sun
> screen during the day & while 
> sailing
> -Can get 110V from the house when trailer up, and if
> the only good use is 
> for charging the battery, then 100V
> hookup/distribution/installation/cost do 
> not seem warranted
> 
> General advices would like to get:
> 
> -pros & cons, Dimensions/cost/ease of installation.
> A bimini from the 
> manufacturer costs ~$500. Need dimensions to check
> out if available on eBay.
> -Usefullness of Solar Panel: is 10W enough to run
> radio/navigational 
> equipment/Laptop  directly, or it is mostly good for
> charging the battery, 
> which can be (?) used for powering those ? Are solar
> panels reliable, 
> durable ?
> 
> Please respond to kv1at57 at hotmail.com or
> retkv at msn.com
> 
> Many thanks
> 
> Kenny Vu
> 
>
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