The marina still has not come up with a suggestion or estimate.
Thanks forumers (is that a word?) for the comments, sentiments and advice so far. I think we (marina) will have to pull the seat and bring it "somewhere". But where, and how to get estimates. It's not that easy to remove this seat and tote around. It is a wrap around seat and not just a cushion - the upholstery is stitched continuously on this big
"J" shaped seat or bench. I'll also talk to the place SAMIAM mentioned.
More suggestions plus names of places that might come out to give an estimate or that we could bring (or send) the seat to for repair
(including a wooden portion under the seat and the stuffing) would be appreciated. I'm not sure but I believe that the insurance would cover the repair. I wanted some estimates before I asked about the insurance.
kj: The boat winters in rack storage with the mooring cover in place. The rack is under a roof and has a protective material somewhat covering the open end. It is not closed in tight like indoor storage would be. I'm told that several boats in that rack area had similar or worse damage this year. One boat with a booted bimini found their bimini "eaten" but the boot was not chewed.
With another 4 years of college tuition ahead (not to mention gas prices) I'm not sure I can convince my wife that it is time for a new and improved boat (although it
is a good idea).
Moth balls and Bounce sheets next year fer sure. Not much "hidden" color matching upholstery to transplant but we'll look harder.
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Originally Posted by 2blackdogs
Edit: Weren't there always nuts aboard the SeaQue?
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Hey 2bd, how dare you insinuate that we are HOMELESS and have no where else to go. We're not
ALWAYS on the boat sir (or madam... are you a madam?
).
Here's a pic of the back of the seat. Part of the mount for the grab rail is in the upper right area. The upholstery is stitched all the way around from the front the sides and back. I don't think the upholstery removes easily like a slip cover.
I didn't take these pix, they were sent to me via e-mail. Thanks again for the responses so far.