I could not find any newer posts on Spray Rails. What do the assembled experts think is the best resource for replacement spray rails? Mine are 15' over all long. any ideas?
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I could not find any newer posts on Spray Rails. What do the assembled experts think is the best resource for replacement spray rails? Mine are 15' over all long. any ideas?
If your talking spray rails (quarter fenders)....just above the waterline, aft on each side? Check Broadus Rose @Lookout Boat Windows, he has an ad on the left column of this website. I’ll try to dig up some of the pics from his install on my 58’
These were as the new rails were being installed. I was able to salvage the original stainless rubrail edge and have it polished before Broadus’s guys reinstalled it.
I purchased pvc extruded rails called 'smart rails' for our boat, not sure if that company is still around or not. Although they work, in hind sight I'd just make some out of glass.
Aft they are not spray rail although the may act as one. The real purpose aft is to hold the boat off of fender tied up as the oldies but goodies don't have a hull flair like newer boats so the rub rail where cap hits hull holds boat far away enough from growth on pilings.
Ask me how I know. Hint! It's not because I am smart! Removed them on my 34 and paid the price a couple times. They will stay on the 46 and first time they need service will be replaced with overbuilt ones about 1" wider.
I had a temporary PVC one on my boat until I could get solid FRP ones from Slane Marine. PVC is okay for temporary. I agree FRP is better.
I've done a few boats with the PVC and no issues. Its strong enough to fend off poles and pilings and will never rot.
I found that paint doesn't stick to it. Even AG doesn't stick to it.