Pearson Yachts Forum
Pearson Boats - Common Systems => Deck Mounted Hardware => Topic started by: Captain Bri on November 23, 2011, 12:46:14 PM
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I am looking for a 24" SS Lifeline Stanchion if anyone has any used ones they might part with. I have found several sources for stanchions but they seem quite expensive for a 24" piece of stainless!
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After looking at various sources for stanchions I could not find a match for the Pearson. As it turned out I took it to our local marine welder (well respected in the area), and he repaired it $60. (it had a bend near the base when I got the boat).
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It has been my experience that the word "marine" preceding any other word automatically doubles or triples the price. Better to take the part to a machine shop that does not "specialize" in marine fabrication.
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Normally I would agree but in this case the guy took a piece that I thought was ready for the recycle bin and made it like a new part from Pearson Yachts, for a reasonable price. As it turned out he is a lifelong sailor with plenty of local references for metal fabrication -- many say a rare find. I would recommend Fred of Lindow Marine in Beaufort, NC if you have the need.
Of course with any custom work you have to consider how many labor hours a project will take. His proposal for a matching anchor roller was a bit too expensive for my budget as the polishing can take days of hand work. I don't understand why Pearson did not put a second anchor roller on the port side!