Bow handles mod for 2015 boats

[webbug]

Anyone with 2015 boat thought of doing this mod? The bow area is a bit different from the previous years.

 

[Bennie]

@webbug - I am all in for a mod -- however what exactly are you talking about? I looked a few pics of the previous years and nothing really popped out to me as to what you are referring to.

 

[Julian]

Need a little more info on what you are considering/looking to do.

 

[Ronnie]

I don't see why it would be any different for the newer boats but if a lot of the increase in size is in the length of the anchor locker door using the same grab handles may make them seem smaller. Sorry but this is the best pic I could find at the moment.

 

[webbug]

I found this pic; anyone with 2015 planning to do this mod?

 

[Bennie]

This is my first Yam - I do like those handles. If anyone gets a good game plan on how the install should go I would love to know. That definitely seems like a great mod to install.

Thanks for the suggestion. - something else for me wife to say I "don't need" and me do anyways. haha

 

[Ronnie]

I copied someone else's mod for mine. Basically just ordered two grab handles like the ones already on the boat at the back of the cockpit. I purchase from yamaha sports plaza in Seattle. If you go this route don't forget to order 4 washers and 4 nuts/bolts as well. It's an easy mod, just measure and drill four small holes. Total cost was around $70. Oh and don't forget to assure that the wiring for the nav light is clear before you drill and that you can reach the nuts/bolts of the handle with a wrench through the anchor locker.

 

[Bennie]

@Ronnie Excellent - thank you

 

[webbug]

I copied someone else's mod for mine. Basically just ordered two grab handles like the ones already on the boat at the back of the cockpit. I purchase from yamaha sports plaza in Seattle. If you go this route don't forget to order 4 washers and 4 nuts/bolts as well. It's an easy mod, just measure and drill four small holes. Total cost was around $70. Oh and don't forget to assure that the wiring for the nav light is clear before you drill and that you can reach the nuts/bolts of the handle with a wrench through the anchor locker.

Do you have the hardware part numbers?

 

[Ronnie]

Here is a screen shot I took off of yamaha sports plazas site. It's or the 2015 242 ls. I believe the parts are 30 through 33.

 

[Bennie]

@Ronnie - you should want 37 - 40. The ones you are looking at are the "o-shit" handles next to the passenger seat.

 

[Ronnie]

The ones I ordered are the same ones that are at the back corners of the cockpit but yes, I recommend getting the longer of the two. It's been a good well used upgrade for my guests and crew while on the water and for me out of the water when I want access the cockpit from the bow while the boat is on the trailer.

 

[Bennie]

@Ronnie - AMEN to getting into the boat from the trailer. You sold me on that comment alone!

 

[Bennie]

@Ronnie @webbug
My dealer apparently really likes those handles and wants waaaay to much for them. Would these work?

http://www.amazon.com/Marine-Stainl...sr=8-5&keywords=marine+stainless+steel+handle

 

[Bennie]

@webbug, @Ronnie -

Thanks to your post I finally was able to get this mod completed. This has to be one of my favorite mods so far!! Quick and easy and used every time we take the boat out!!

Amazon's handles @ $14 each, plus about $8 at the local hardware store. Finished and perfect!!

 

[Thor]

@webbug, @Ronnie -

Thanks to your post I finally was able to get this mod completed. This has to be one of my favorite mods so far!! Quick and easy and used every time we take the boat out!!

Amazon's handles @ $14 each, plus about $8 at the local hardware store. Finished and perfect!!

That looks great. What size handle did you use? It looks like you got the handle without studs.

 

[Julian]

@webbug, @Ronnie -

Thanks to your post I finally was able to get this mod completed. This has to be one of my favorite mods so far!! Quick and easy and used every time we take the boat out!!

Amazon's handles @ $14 each, plus about $8 at the local hardware store. Finished and perfect!!

I'm not finding any $14 Stainless handles on Amazon...can you link to them?

 

[Bennie]

@Thor - I did get the one without studs. I wanted to be able to tighten with a bolt, lock-nut, and blue lock-tite. I also used neoprene washers on both sides of the fiberglass and then those large washers below to assist in spreading the torque of people hanging on it.

I believe I used the 9" option of these handles from Amazon. Then I just got a few dollars of stainless hardware from the local ACE. I wasn't too worried about water on the bow but you could always add some quick drying 3M 3400 marine sealant.
http://www.amazon.com/Marine-Stainl...ss handle&qid=1464045631&ref_=sr_1_10&sr=8-10

 

[Julian]

May have found them....

http://www.amazon.com/Marine-Stainl..._UL320_SR320,320_&refRID=0YM9N27E9VJ0XXKB1GV5

 

[Bennie]

May have found them....

http://www.amazon.com/Marine-Stainless-Steel-Handrail-Handle/dp/B00FY42O74/ref=pd_sim_sbs_263_6?ie=UTF8&dpID=31ba0IPCAiL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL320_SR320,320_&refRID=0YM9N27E9VJ0XXKB1GV5

Yep - those are the ones.
My Yamaha dealer wanted $70 each for a comparable handle (plus hardware).... yeah... no thanks.