SR4 A Frame

gibbo500 · 10 July 2009, 13:56

Well, the boat is ready for the water and the only thing i need to get now to finish it off is an A frame.

So can anyone recommend a good off the shelf frame or any opinions on the design of frame i should fit...double frame, size of tube, material etc?

Would like second hand but hard to come across.

Cheers guys.

Downhilldai · 10 July 2009, 14:10

I'd suggest you fit a simple 2" OD stainless single frame. It would suit the rugged looks of a SR4.

If you don't have access to a mandrel tube bender, then you can use 3 straight lengths of tube and a couple of 90 degree pre-formed bends. Some 3-5mm flat plate can be used for mounting lights, antennae, etc and for fixing plates to the transom. A decent welder/fabricator would be able to knock one up for you in a couple of hours.

I can post pics of 'one I prepared earlier' if you like.

JSP · 10 July 2009, 14:11

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Originally Posted by Downhilldai

I'd suggest you fit a simple 2" OD stainless single frame. It would suit the rugged looks of a SR4.

If you don't have access to a mandrel tube bender, then you can use 3 straight lengths of tube and a couple of 90 degree pre-formed bends. Some 3-5mm flat plate can be used for mounting lights, antennae, etc and for fixing plates to the transom. A decent welder/fabricator would be able to knock one up for you in a couple of hours.

I can post pics of 'one I prepared earlier' if you like.

Get 'em posted Blue peter!!

gibbo500 · 10 July 2009, 14:19

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Originally Posted by Downhilldai

I'd suggest you fit a simple 2" OD stainless single frame. It would suit the rugged looks of a SR4.

If you don't have access to a mandrel tube bender, then you can use 3 straight lengths of tube and a couple of 90 degree pre-formed bends. Some 3-5mm flat plate can be used for mounting lights, antennae, etc and for fixing plates to the transom. A decent welder/fabricator would be able to knock one up for you in a couple of hours.

I can post pics of 'one I prepared earlier' if you like.

DHD

That would be much appreciated.

Cheers mate.

The Garfish · 10 July 2009, 15:44

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Originally Posted by JSP

Get 'em posted Blue peter!!:thumbs

ther wil bee a bitt ov a deelay wile hee pikks de bogies owt ov iz snotter, shaggs a sheap wile singin menn ov harlik an figgers owt ow de fkin cammra werks.

JSP · 10 July 2009, 16:56

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Originally Posted by The Garfish

ther wil bee a bitt ov a deelay wile hee pikks de bogies owt ov iz snotter, shaggs a sheap wile singin menn ov harlik an figgers owt ow de fkin cammra werks.

a leest iz cat ot a uckin tail

Downhilldai · 10 July 2009, 17:18

gArf only moved to Peal, so when people ask where he lives, he can openly say what's on his mind.....

chewy · 10 July 2009, 17:27

Less of the sheep, wheres the pic of the A frame DHD?

Downhilldai · 10 July 2009, 18:30

Here they are

Downhilldai · 10 July 2009, 18:32

The A-frame's for sale if anyone's interested and it comes with a free RIB

JSP · 10 July 2009, 18:36

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Originally Posted by Downhilldai

The A-frame's for sale if anyone's interested and it comes with a free RIB

That'll be one pricey A frame then

Cracking boat mate

gibbo500 · 10 July 2009, 21:03

DHD,

I agree, lovely boat. Cheers for the pictures.

Downhilldai · 10 July 2009, 21:38

Thanks for your comments, guys.

Something like that should do the job fine for a SR4. If it's the sort of thing you're looking for, but you can't get one made locally, let me know and I'll see if I can get one priced up for you.