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Starboard Seat Storage
This picture shows the way the
starboard seat was cut out to get a storage area from an area that was
of little use. The 88 had the battery under the little hatch and the
rest of the area was not accessable. The seat was cut out so that the
cushion and the new 1/2" thick hatch would stand up by themselves when
opened. A 3/4" plywood floor was installed to support the battery and
keep things out of the bilge. A hole was cut in the floor to allow
bailing of the bilge. The battery was turned so that it would be
further aft and take up less room. The partition next to the
battery keeps things from coming in contact with the battery and
also supports the seat. There is also a partition at the front of
the opening to support the other end of the seat. A plastic bin is
put in the compartment to hold items and there is leftover room
that is used for shoes which were always in the way.
The hole was framed with 1 1/2 by 1 1/2 wood which was notched so the
plywood lid is flush with the seat and is held by screws every 6".