508 saloon bench
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Topic: 508 saloon bench
Posted By: tobo2
Subject: 508 saloon bench
Date Posted: 13 May 2019 at 08:04
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Hanse 508: Does anybody have a pic of the additional bench in the saloon with the attached cupboard? (XL7220). It's a very usefull option for addtional storage room and to get a hold walking through the boat when sailing. (handrails attached) P.S. That's what I found on the web:  |
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Posted By: Wondrous
Date Posted: 05 November 2020 at 02:07
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Yes, I installed the unit for the hand hold and storage reason. Excellent. Great handy storage for the galley. I can supply photos next week. Gary ------------- Gary |
Posted By: Nelson01
Date Posted: 05 November 2020 at 12:44
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Hi Tobo When we ordered boat, the option was not available from factory.Had it built by yachtwert..not cheap but we really worth it......extra cupboards and nicer seating. ------------- Marc H508#11 UNEVIE |
Posted By: Nelson01
Date Posted: 05 November 2020 at 12:57
Oops,sorry,didn't load picture properly. ------------- Marc H508#11 UNEVIE |
Posted By: tobo2
Date Posted: 10 November 2020 at 18:08
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In the meantime the centerpiece ist mounted. It took about three months(!) to get the handle. We even mounted some hinges to open the seat which is sec  ured by a spring. |
Posted By: Nelson01
Date Posted: 10 November 2020 at 18:29
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OK I love your hinge idea.....did you say secured with a spring or a cylinder? You just added one more job to my bucket list in the spring(I hope). Marc ------------- Marc H508#11 UNEVIE |
Posted By: tobo2
Date Posted: 10 November 2020 at 19:04
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It's a spring. I invested quite a few hours to improve or remove the weak points on a serial built yacht. This is not a reproach specifically to Hanse; you will find these kind of unfinished ideas on every serial built yacht. My reproach is more: Why, dear shipyards, don't you listen more to us owners and incorporate our ideas into your faceliftings of the models!! At least we Hanse owners have a forum. Thanks to Phil. Ever heard of a Bavaria or Beneteau forum? Iknow people who decided to buy a Hanse yacht because of this helpful forum!  |
Posted By: ohthetrees
Date Posted: 22 December 2020 at 21:26
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Mine came stock (I believe it was stock on the 505?). The "island" part let go during a passage from Hawaii when we were heeled over and someone leaned on it. Found that only 2 very small wood screws fastened to the drawer part were all that was keeping it upright! I through bolted with 3 beefy bolts, and now it is rock solid. Typical of my experience so far with Hanse. 95% is done to an excellent standard for the price, surprisingly good for money. Then 5% is shockingly bad.
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