Bow pulpit source

[Zebulon]

I'm in need of a bow pulpit for a 232 Gulfstream, any suggestions for a source? Does it have to be Grady made or can it be after market? Thanks.

 

[Fishtales]

I believe they make them in the factory. I saw several finished ones in their fabrication area for various models when I toured the factory. I'd check with customer service? Would they be willing to sell one thru your local dealer?

 

[Grog]

The pulpit can be made from teak but the bow rail can be a pain to change/integrate to what you have now.

 

[BobP]

Grady sells a retrofit kit, rails and all.

 

[Zebulon]

Thanks to all for the info.

 

[fastal]

I have the same issue with mine on a 1992 sailfish. Local fiberglass shop quoted me 1500 to fix.

 

[seasick]

I'm in need of a bow pulpit for a 232 Gulfstream, any suggestions for a source? Does it have to be Grady made or can it be after market? Thanks.

As mentioned, Grady sells the parts or a dealer can retrofit. I remember pricing the parts for a 25 sailfish and it was a several thousand installed. I kind of remember that the rail parts were as much as the pulpit itself.
Depending on what you are trying to achieve, a bow anchor roller may be a much less expensive solution. I would rather put the difference into a good windlass.

 

[Zebulon]

Good point, thanks.

 

[Grog]

I have the same issue with mine on a 1992 sailfish. Local fiberglass shop quoted me 1500 to fix.

It's not that hard to re-do yourself, I did mine 2 years ago. Used some leftover marine ply, epoxy resin, cabosil and glass.