Has anyone cut a hole in the shower stall to get at the wasted space outboard of the shower? I'm fixin to do that, but want to know if any one has done that and what problems will I encounter?
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I was back there running new hoses for the head to the through hull under the starboard settee. We have a lot of plumbing back there. If you take vanity back wall apart, you can see what is back there. You can also get some access, at least on our boat under the cushions in the fwd end of the pilot berth. There is also an access hatch that lets you access another hatch below it under the fwd end of the cushion.
The space outboard of the shower contains the plumbing to the shower and head sink and a 1 1/2" toilet hose siphon break as well as the upper and forward chainplates. It is not a very large space. Access is gained by removing the sliding head vanity doors and removing the shelving and cabinet back panels. It is awkward to work in there but it is possible, I have replaced all the plumbing and hoses in there. It is prudent to check the chainplates on a yearly basis.
I might suggest not cutting a hole or putting an access panel in that area. Any leaks will compromise the wooden substructures. Replacing the shower faucet will be tough but certainly doable. The storage space gained will be negligible.
Thanks for the advice guys.
I'll hold off on that. I've got plenty of other stuff to keep me busy.
If you want to regain a neat bit of space, look to the shelf underneath your chart table. You can cut out the floor of that fiberglass shelf and put in a liner to regain a few liters of volume. My neighbor did that on his 365 with a rotozip and a vacuum cleaner. He took the fiberglass piece he cut out and attached teak trim to the top, so the ragged edges are covered. He sewed a sunbrella liner and screwed it flush onto the fiberglass.
Dr. Capt. Mike
SV Tardis, Pearson 367 Cutter # 26