Mast Pulpits – contact for fabricator?

[pma_foyl]

Hi All,
I know a bunch of people have had mast pulpits (granny bars) made and I believe most have used the same fabricator. Could anyone give me the contact for the fabricator who’d been making them? I think I’m ready to add some to my P424, but would prefer to have someone knowledgeable (who already has a pattern/measurements) make them for me.

Thank you,

Paul

[Revery]

Paul,
I’ll do a deep search tonight, but I think the info is still here.
If you’re willing to head this up, I’d like a set made as well…and I’m sure there are some other “new” owners that might be interested (or they should be lol)

Evan
Revery

[Site Administrator]

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[Discoverie]

If we’re putting together an order, please count Discoverie in for a pair. 

Roger

[Ben Frothingham]

I might also be interested but I think the pricing in Tors excellent description was from 2008. So, has anyone reached out about current prices?

Ben on Papaya

Ben Frothingham

Cell 508-742-7049

[Revery]

Ben,

The ball just started rolling yesterday with Paul's inquiry to the group. One of us (who want pulpits) will need to take the lead on updating the quote, etc.

Evan

[Ben Frothingham]

Sounds good – I am happy to help if needed. Here is a link to Tor's photo of one installed.   http://www.tor.cc/articles/c-tip_17.htm

[pma_foyl]

Hi All,

I sent a note to my contact at Railmakers yesterday. I included the diagram from Tor’s 2008 email (does anyone know if Railmakers created that?). I asked if they still had their template from Tor’s order and requested an up-to-date quote (as it could very likely be more now). 

I’ll get back with the group, once I hear back. My intentions will be to order the version with the bales and with the “step bar:”

Please stand by.

Best,

Paul Audi

“Talisman”

 

[randy]

I also am interested in a set but wonder about timeline.

Varuna 158

[Ken Page]

Evan,

……Oh yes, they should be(lol)…My previous owner was one of the originals who bought a set of these pulpits.They are priceless for any offshore work, every time I snuggle my butt into one at sea, my body relaxes and thanks my buddy.Earl(PO)…If another group of buyers can come together and convince the original fabricator to build another order at a reasonable price, everybody will go away smiling.

Ken

s/vPAINKILLER

hull#91

presently-Grenada

Taking what comes as I get it, using it all as much as I can and trying hard to leave all the shit behind.

[rdugger]

We were in the original group. Agree. They are indispensable. 

Rick

Eclipse #73

[ewanoleary]

I’m in!

Ewan

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[pma_foyl]

Hi Rick,

I’m getting a quote now from Railmakers, but wanted to inquire about your final price. With the 316 upgrade, bails and the optional step bar, what was your final price? I realize this was 2008 and the new prices is likely to be higher, but I’d love to get a base line before I try to negotiate with Railmakers.

Thanks,

paul

 

[Dennis Home]

Hi, Everyone this is Dennis, Flyingmare #22 1978, Milwaukee. I’m not sure how to proceed, I vey much would like to 

Purchase the Pulpits with the step and out of 316. Please advise.

Yours for a better world

Dennis Home 

[Ben Frothingham]

All,

I called Railmakers today and left a message for Dave, who I was directed to by the receptionist. I will let you know what I find out from him on updated pricing, schedule, etc.

I don't want to step on any toes so if someone was hoping to lead the charge please let me know and I will relinquish the communications.

Thanks, Ben (Papaya # 81)

[pma_foyl]

Hi Ben,

Per my notes in the last couple days, i’m currently talking to Dave. But if you wanna take over, feel free. Not sure if it’s a good idea for both of us to be doing it. 

Dave already quoted me $875 per pair of Mast Pulpits. This is a substantial increase from previous rounds (from 2008/2008). I’d sent a note back to him to see if he might be able to improve the price. I was waiting until I hear back from him, before reaching out the P424 List.

 

Best,

paul

[Ben Frothingham]

Paul – sounds like you are in contact with Railmakers. I will step back unless I hear otherwise. Thanks, Ben

[Madness]

I bought a pair last time and only mounted one. If the manufacturer doesn’t have the template, it might be helpful to the process. I could ship it to them if need be. 

Walter

Madness hull #1

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[pma_foyl]

I forwarded them the design from tor’s email and Dave (at Railmakers) says he found the bending frame, so I think they are good.

[typhoontye]

I am interested!  Currently cruising in Eleuthra, so responses from me may be slow.  But the standard pulpit with the bells and whistles that Tor installed looks mighty fine.

 

David

Blue Moon

 

[garmoa]

Once things are finalized on the group price, etc. on the mast pulpits, I’m in for a couple of them. Please let me know what I need to do. Thanks to those of you who are taking the lead on this.

Gary Moates
S/V J B Moates
Hull #116
Home port:Houston Yacht Club
garymarvinmoates@gmail.com

[pma_foyl]

Hi All,
I’m getting more news from Dave at Railmakers and here’s what I’ve got so far:

Using the T316 and adding the step, the cost he’s quoting is $875 (prices have gone up since the last round 9 years ago). If we get enough commitments, that number might come down a little, but for now, I’d say that’s his price. You will also have to pay tax/shipping. I’ve started a list of those who indicated they were interested, as I’d like to give Dave some idea of how many orders he might receive. If you’ve already told me your interested, no need to respond again (unless you’re NOT interested any longer). Others can chime in too. Again, I’ll give the names/list to Dave, but once everything is final, EACH INDIVIDUAL will need to call/email Dave to pay and give shipping information.

It might take a few weeks to do, even once I pull the trigger. Dave has suggested he make mine first and send them to me, to be sure they fit properly. Then he’d move on to the other orders.

I’m also considering having Dave make some T316 stainless hand rails to replace our teak ones. He quoted them at $120 for the short ones (42″-ish) and $180 for the longer ones (67″-ish). If anyone else is interested in those, I can let Dave know there would be additional orders for the hand rails too.

Still not a final deal, but here is the update. Should be pretty close to final.

Best,

Paul Audi
“Talisman”

[pma_foyl]

Hi All,
So I haven’t quite finalized (hopefully hear from Dave on Monday), but wanted to recap the list of people I believe are interested in Mast Pulpits:

Paul Audi / Talisman
Evan / Revery – (and rails??)
Roger / Discoverie
Ben Frothingham / Papaya (#81)
Randy / Varuna
Ewan O’Leary
Dennis Home / Flying Mare (#22 1978)
David / Blue Moon
Gary Moates / J B Moates

If your name is above, please provide me with your last name (if I don’t have it), I’ll include your name on my list for Dave. Looks like we’ve got 9 people ordering. that should be a plus for Dave/Railmakers.

IF your name is above and you DON’T want to be in on the order, just let me know and I’ll pull your name off the list.

To reiterate, Dave wants to make one set first (to be sure they fit). In fact, he might already be making them, to test on my boat (that may be the delay in our conversation). Once he’s sure they are right, he’ll make/distribute the rest. Once we have final design, each of you would call Railmakers (or write) and pay individually.

More to follow.
Best,
Paul

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[Ben Frothingham]

Paul,

Thanks for following up – I have not been getting any of these emails until last night so not sure what is up there. Anyway, I am still interested in the mast pulpits so please keep me on the list.

Thanks, Ben Frothingham
Papaya #81

[Revery]

Paul,
Thanks again for heading this up! Question on the rails…is that per rail or per set? If it’s per rail, I’ll have to pass…which is ok since our teak ones are fine.

Evan Morgan
Revery

[pma_foyl]

Hi Evan,
No worries; but yes, that is $120 per short rail (we have two) and $180 per longer rail (we have three). So it’s $780 for the complete set of 5 rails.

Are you still interested in the Mast Pulpits?

Best,

paul

[Gary Moates]

Paul,

Rigging everything to run to my cockpit. Please remove me from the mast pupit list. Thanks.

Gary Moates

[Revery]

Paul,
Yep, still interested in the pulpits! 🙂

Thanks,
Evan

[typhoontye]

Hello Ewan,

I apologize if this is repetitive but I am still interested in the mast pulpits, two each. Last name is Tye.

For some reason, most of my replies to threads aren’t making it to the website. I’ve responded to several, and the responses do not show. Hopefully this one makes it.

I have been traveling on Blue Moon in the Bahamas so that might have some bearing on the problem. Back in the States now, but still on the boat for another month or so.

Thanks so much Ewan for leading this charge!

David Tye
Blue Moon

[robshookphoto]

I’m interested to know if the previous plan for mast pulpits is open source? The price is a bit prohibitive for me, but I have local relationships with fabricators.

If it’s not stepping on anyone’s toes, where can I access the design for P424 pulpits?

Pearson 424 cutter - "Effie"

[pma_foyl]

Hi all,
I responded to the thread last night (via email) but it doesn’t appear to be here, so excuse me if I’m repeating.

The first mast pulpits (me being the guinea pig, using the design from last time) is currently underway. The first pair should be done in a couple weeks. Once we’ve confirmed they are the right design, Dave (at Railmakers) is ready to make more for anyone else interested. From Railmakers, they will be $800 a pair. Rob had asked about the design (to explore other fabricator options), so I’ve attached that here.

I’ll have more news once the first pulpits are made. I still have the list of interested parties (I believe 7 or 8 additional folks) and can pass that on to Dave/Railmakers any time. Once he’s ready, I’d recommend calling him and giving him your CC to start your work *(that’s how I did it).

Best,

Paul
S/V Talisman

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[Ben Frothingham]

Hi Rob,

The design was emailed around a while ago – I have taken the liberty to attach it here.

If we are not yet committed to the vendor in CA a competing bid might be interesting if you have connections to a fabricator. 

Yours is the first email I have received in a while from the forum, so I don't know if there has been additional discussion or progress on ordering from CA.

Thanks, Ben (Papaya #81)

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[Site Administrator]

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[pma_foyl]

Hi Rob,

I’ve attached the document I got from the previous round of orders (from Railmakers in SoCal). Dave at Railmakers is currently working on mine. I gave him my deposit a week or so ago and he said it’d be probably 3 weeks before he was finished. For all who are interested in the Railmaker Mast Pulpits, they’ll be $800 a pair and Dave has asked to wait until we see how mine fit (I’m the guinea pig) before he cranks out a bunch of them. I have the list of folks who were interested (I believe its about 7 or 8 of you at this point). 

Once Dave is confident with his design, you can start the orders. I’m sure he’ll be stoked.

If there are other fabricators doing the same work for less (and I suspect that is possible), I’m sure we’d all like to know. For reference, Dave is doing the Pulpits in 316ss and including the step and the bails.

Best,

Paul

S/V Talisman

 

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[pma_foyl]

HI David,

I have you on the list. I still have not finalized the deal with Railmakers. Dave seems very busy. I’ll keep you all posted.

Best,

paul

 

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[Discoverie]

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[randy]

I'm still in; what the update?

Varuna 158

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[pma_foyl]

Cool. I’m still waiting for Dave to give a final price (he sounds very busy). If I don’t hear this week, I’ll hit him up next Monday (trying not to pressure him, so he’ll cut us a good deal).

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[typhoontye]

Hello Paul,

 

Just got back stateside and have more reliable e-mail, though we are still traveling on Blue Moon for another 5 weeks or so. Anyway, my last name is Tye and I still want two each mast pulpits.  If I understand your instructions I should hold off calling Dave/Railmakers until I hear from you?  Many thanks for handling this!

 

David

 

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[pma_foyl]

Hi Ben,

You’re on the list.

Hi Gary,

I took you off the list.

So right now, we have eight of us. I’m still waiting for final confirmation from Dave and then the “test run” of the pulpits for my boat (I’ll be the guinea pig I guess).

P

 

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[pma_foyl]

Hi All,
I know it’s been a long time coming, but I think Dave at Railmakers should be ready to hear from any of you who’d like to have the Mast Pulpits done.

Railmakers (Dave)
864 W. 18th Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
949.642.6506

I received mine about 2 weeks ago, BUT they were just a little off. The outboard leg was 36″, when the design called for 37-1/8″. As a result when the inboard legs were flat/flush with the deck, the outboard leg was about an inch higher than the sloping coachroof. I suggested to Dave that I could make a spacer, but he insisted I send them back to him to redo them. I haven’t received them back yet, but I know he sent them this week (should be at my door shortly). He planned to extend the leg 1-1/8″ and said after polishing, I wouldn’t be able to tell it was an added piece.

They look fantastic and so do the custom handrails that Dave made for me. So after summer sailing season is over, my big project will be removing my teak handrails and eye-brows and installing all these shiny new pieces. I’ll post some photos in October.

Best,

Paul

[typhoontye]

Thanks Paul, appreciate all you’ve done. Any surprises on costs? Last I remember you were quoted 875 plus shipping and sales tax. Is this the right number?

David

[Revery]

Paul,

How’d the reworked pulpits fit? After this pesky hurricane passes, I’ll be ordering Revery’s set but wanted to make sure they had the design straightened out. If you have them installed, did you get any good pictures? 🙂

We hope everyone is out of Irma’s path. As it looks now, Revery will have to ride through a Cat 3 hit. She’s as set as she can be, so it’s just finger crossing at this point. Our thoughts are with everyone in her path.

Evan & Debra
Revery

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