Supports for dry winter storage DF35
Supports for dry winter storage DF35
It is recommended that the DF35 is supported at the water stays for dry winter storage. I can have a frame built to the dimensions of a trailer (a drawing has been kindly provided by the yard).
However, I do not have the actual shape of the (wooden) support blocks that touch the hull (w/ carpet). I note a step change in the hull at the water stays.
Does anyone happen to have dimensions of the wooden blocks that fit the DF35 hull at the water stays? I can then prepare these ahead of the lift out.
Secondly, what are the practices of covering the boat when outside during the winter? (tarpaulin?)
Thanks
However, I do not have the actual shape of the (wooden) support blocks that touch the hull (w/ carpet). I note a step change in the hull at the water stays.
Does anyone happen to have dimensions of the wooden blocks that fit the DF35 hull at the water stays? I can then prepare these ahead of the lift out.
Secondly, what are the practices of covering the boat when outside during the winter? (tarpaulin?)
Thanks
Support block shape
I have a DF1000, but the shape needed is similar.
Several years ago, I replaced the blocks on my original cradle.
I used 4"x4" blocks about a foot long and rounded the tops.
I then attached some short nap carpet with integral padding.
Works great.
Several years ago, I replaced the blocks on my original cradle.
I used 4"x4" blocks about a foot long and rounded the tops.
I then attached some short nap carpet with integral padding.
Works great.
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Re: Supports for dry winter storage DF35
I hope these photos will help you. Works fine with DF1000.
Just for your information: http://dragonfly-trimarans.org/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=20
Please click on any of the photos to see them enlarged!

Just for your information: http://dragonfly-trimarans.org/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=20
Please click on any of the photos to see them enlarged!






Mika Harju
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DF1000 Racing #8
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It does not absorb water. It is dock buffer and sold by a local dealer in Finland. You should find it closer
http://tuotteet.etra.fi/en/g19561418/dock-buffers

http://tuotteet.etra.fi/en/g19561418/dock-buffers
Mika Harju
DF1000 Racing #8
DF1000 Racing #8