Dimensions of wood for steps to flybridge and port step ladder

[EJC]

Hello new the forum. Apologizing in advance for any mistakes. My dad has a 65' Hatteras convertible with an enclosed flybridge. The steps on the ladder to the flybrige and the steps on the small step ladder on the port side of the stern are deteriorated. I will be going down to my sisters wedding and would like to make him some replacements. I need to know how many to make, their dimensions, and what material would be best. Also the wood at the tip of the bow is need of repair/replacement. Has anyone done this? I am guessing that I would not be able to do this project since I am leaving in ten days. I think I could get the steps done quickly. The more detail on the steps the better for me. Thank You.

 

[Nonchalant1]

Sam's Marine (this website) sells the steps blanks either pre-drilled or blank in the correct teak wood (they are definitely teak). They might be willing to measure them or already have the dimensions. Steve McPhereson (aka S.A.M.) was the parts manager for Hatteras for many years and bought out the old parts inventory for discontinued models. He's a wonderful guy and knows every inch of your Dad's boat.

Doug Shuman

 

[EJC]

The lumber dealers in my area only sell exotic species of woods in a four quarter dimesion. Once it is planed it would leave me with a tread thickness which is 3/4 of an inch. It seems like this would be enough. I don't think a quarter inch difference in the rise would really make a difference. Am I wrong?

 

[SeaEric]

3/4 inch thick ladder treads would not be strong enough for me. I'm a big guy, but that aside, 3/4" is not "beefy" enough visually either. I would say that you may perhaps have to start with thicker stock, or glue up some pieces of the thinner stuff and work the wood down from there.

 

[SKYCHENEY]

Are these the treads?

http://www.samsmarine.com/PartSpecials.htm

 

[EJC]

No the style he has is more of a ladder style with a hand rail on each side. Their is a metal plate at the bottom of each step which has holes to screw the treads on from the bottom. Sam's marine is currently only selling a synthetic replacement. I think the wood look is nicer.

 

[Maynard Rupp]

The Sam's website shows they offer either teak or black or white starboard. These are the same treads we have on our 36 and I beleive they are the same treads used on all Hats.

 

[SKYCHENEY]

That is the same style as my treads on my ladder to my swim platform. I removed them last winter and refinished them. With the stainless steel plate under them, I don't see why 3/4" material would not be okay. Are they really in such bad shape that you can't bring them back with some stripping and sanding?

 

[EJC]

They probably could be refinished. I live in Michigan and my Dad's boat is in South America. I'm going there for a wedding and wanted to make him new steps as a surprise. They were pretty weathered. I thought it might be easier to start with new material.

 

[StratPlan61]

EJC - where do you live in Michigan? I am also a hobby woodworker and I buy my lumber at L L Johnson Lumber in Charlotte, MI. They sell most exotics including teak. I would expect you could buy a teak plank and they will also perform machining services for you (like surface planing, cutting, etc). Call them and chat - they will give you the exact prices over the telephone and even UPS your pieces to your home. Do you plan to route the non-slip grooves in the surface yourself, rout the edges, etc? If you are close enough, they are open weekends and stock almost everything you'll need. Their number is 1-800-292-5937, they are great to work with!

Bear'
1984 61' MY Strategic Plan

 

[EJC]

I live just north of Grand Rapids on an inland lake. I love the water. My current "ship" is a 23 foot mastercraft ski boat. The key is that it gets me on the water! I was planning on routing the steps myself and just cutting the treads in with a tablesaw. I was going to call a local wood supplier for a blade recommendation. My wife and I used to spend a lot of time on Lake Michigan when we were first married riding a sea doo. We still enjoy looking at the big boats in marinas and at the boat show. Thanks for the info.

 

[Nonchalant1]

BTW - My 53MY teak treads have some sort of non-slip grit or something that looks like it may be sand imbedded in the finish. I have no idea if it's original, but I sure appreciate it when those treads get wet.

Doug