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Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Thick building material

Posted by CaptCol on 03/27/21 - 8:30 PM

I need a piece of material to raise the mounting position for a GPS. At least 1 1/2 inches thick, about 5x7 inches. I don't want any expensive custom made stuff. Any suggestions?

Posted by Phil T on 03/28/21 - 11:42 AM

Laminate 2 pieces of 1" thick Starboard or similar material.

Posted by Tom Hemphill on 03/28/21 - 12:50 PM

How about using a white plastic electronic project box?

Electronic Project Box

Edited by Tom Hemphill on 03/28/21 - 1:00 PM

Posted by CaptCol on 03/29/21 - 5:06 AM

Thanks for the replies. I went to a West Marine store and bought a 12x27 1/2 inch thick Starboard sheet, $64! Cut 3 pieces out, stacked and screwed them together with 2 1/2 inch SS screws attaching all of it over the glove box area. It would have been much more precise with a table saw, but I made it work with a circular saw for the cuts and a Dremel to remove edges. Turned out great IMHO.

Edited by CaptCol on 03/29/21 - 5:13 AM

Posted by Phil T on 03/29/21 - 7:10 AM

Next time, drive past Theft Marine.

Posted by CaptCol on 03/29/21 - 9:02 AM

You mean West Marine I guess?

Edited by CaptCol on 03/29/21 - 9:03 AM