Spirit 175 boarding ladder
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just bought a 94 spirit 175 and i need to find one too. the internet does not seem to have allot of info on this :bang
There's really no "best" ladder as it will largely be determined by what you want the ladder for. One could argue that a "hang over the side" is best. Another could argue that removing the engine, installing a custom, full-beam platform/bracket assembly, adding larger trim tabs and some weight in the bow, reinstalling the engine on the new platform/bracket, and installing a slide-out 3-step ladder is best. Or anywhere in between.
There's plenty of pictures out there on the web of Spirits. It's easy enough to google that and see some examples.
But, a common option is to use an outboard swim platform with a single step. These are readily available at any local marine store and online. You might look to change the single step for an undermount 2 or 3 step slide out (or find one with that already). Or maybe a bracket-mount dive ladder would be another good option. Again, it comes down to what you want it for - more info from your end would help us help you.
There's plenty of pictures out there on the web of Spirits. It's easy enough to google that and see some examples.
But, a common option is to use an outboard swim platform with a single step. These are readily available at any local marine store and online. You might look to change the single step for an undermount 2 or 3 step slide out (or find one with that already). Or maybe a bracket-mount dive ladder would be another good option. Again, it comes down to what you want it for - more info from your end would help us help you.
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I looked high and low and was able to locate an original Grady teak platform for my boat so I could use the existing factory holes and hardware. (No new holes)
I would add that I also went with a 2 step ladder as in deep water with one step you'd have to put your knee in your chest to catch that first step. Not bad if your a kid but as you get older not so much so a second rung in that ladder helps.
I would add that I also went with a 2 step ladder as in deep water with one step you'd have to put your knee in your chest to catch that first step. Not bad if your a kid but as you get older not so much so a second rung in that ladder helps.