Pulpit question

[richster]

I have a Maxum 2300scr, but i guess this question could apply to anyone with a pulpit: Are there any weight restrictions for a pulipt? My boat I got used, so was there a warning sticker on it when it was new? I've gone thru all the manuals I could find and there was no mention. I'm a 'bigger' guy..should i be worried if I step out over her to check the water depth or do my "I'm the King of the World!" bit?
Rik

[biggerseagar]

Richster...... I wouldn't bounce on it. I wouldn't lean into the bow rails either. I have never seen a warning sticker on a pulpit in my 30 years of boating for don't do something stupid! So just be careful with your titanic redishion and use some good Ole common sense.

Roger

[mmwjr]

I agree with Roger but remember it is designed to take the anchor load when on the hook under heavy winds. Not a hurricane though.

[shrew]

What model year is the boat? IS the pulpit molded a part of the deck and hull, or is it bolted on? Maybe a picture would help.

[richster]

Seems bolted on as per pic. I was kidding 'bout the Titanic thing, but seriously I might occasionally step out to check depth of water or haul up anchor if it appears snagged - I am 265lbs..

[shrew]

You should be able to step out a bit. I'm not sure I would go all the way to the running light.

Incidentally, I would consider a chain tensioner, or better anchor retention. A carabiner clipped to a link or a chain hook to the shackle, with a line that is cleat tied would be fine.

A couple of turns of the chain around the cleat is not as strong as you would think. Take it from someone who's watched their anchor free-fall off the pulpit underway at 24 mph.

[jimq26]

My bow pulpit (1990 2755 SCR) is a bolted on platform affair and very secure. I looks almost identical to what's in your picture. Not sure about 265 lbs on it, but 190 lbs makes no bend or movement in it.

As an anchor chain tensioner I use the heavy rubber tensioner cords that they use on trucking tarps etc. They don't mark the deck, are UV protected, are good in any temperature, the end hoods never rust. I put it around the deck cleat, then lead the hooks back to the anchor ring where it joins the chain. Holds the anchor nice and secure no matter the conditions. Best of all - they last for years and are not expensive.