22 Classic Swim Step- anyone know who makes these?

[yorkey]

I found this boat online, I am intrigued by this swim step. I love the Classics and don't necessarily want to change the look of the boat by adding something like this, but I have small children and would love to have something that makes a Classic more accessible for them. Have any of you guys come across someone making / selling things like this? Ideally, it would be something that is somewhat easy to remove when not needed :-).

Thanks for weighing in!

Jeff

Swim Step.JPG

[yeller]

My guess is its custom made. The market for selling swim grids to Donzi Classic owners is next to zero, so it's unlikely to be an "in stock" item.

Call around to different manufacturers. I'm sure most (if not all) would make one to your dimensions.

If you don't really like the looks of it and you'd be happy with a ladder, try looking at removable dive ladders. You will have to permenantly install the mounting bracket, (which I always thought would look crappy), but after seeing one in person on a 22C, it didn't took too bad.

[JParanee]

I have a custom one on my boat

it came with it so I do not know its origin

what I like about it is the way it is supported and mounted

I too have smaller kids and my prop is real sharp I don't want them climbing the drive

[yorkey]

Any chance you might share a couple of photographs?

I have a custom one on my boat

it came with it so I do not know its origin

what I like about it is the way it is supported and mounted

I too have smaller kids and my prop is real sharp I don't want them climbing the drive

[45171]

I think that looks appropriate on there. Matches the boat well.

[Carl C]

As much as I'd like a swim platform I just can't do it. I really worry about people climbing the drive though.

[Pat McPherson]

I added these type platforms to both my 24' Pantera and 24' Superboat. I bought from Extreme Marine. They're vary functional and look pretty good. Haven't thought much about adding one to my Donzi though...

[Fishermanjm]

Pat, is there a pic of what your referring to???

[Greg Guimond]

I found this boat online, I am intrigued by this swim step. I love the Classics and don't necessarily want to change the look of the boat by adding something like this, but I have small children and would love to have something that makes a Classic more accessible for them. Have any of you guys come across someone making / selling things like this? Ideally, it would be something that is somewhat easy to remove when not needed :-).

Thanks for weighing in!

Jeff

Do fold down mini platforms to the left and right of the drive. Does the job and easier on the eyes.

[Pat McPherson]

Pat, is there a pic of what your referring to???

See Yorkey and JParanee's post...

Check out extreme marine on line... http://www.extrememarine.cc/index.htm

[45171]

Is there something that is undesirable about having a swim deck on a Donzi? I'm sure it's just a matter of opinion for us all.

I really like the look of these boats on the water with the thru hull exhaust showing. And I guess a swim deck would cover those from view, but I think that the boat on the trailer JParanee posted looks more appealing with the deck instead of just the out drive hanging out there.

And I look at mine in the garage every day backed up to the wall with the out drive down so all I see empty space behind it and think that a teak and polished aluminum swim deck would look great there.

[Pat McPherson]

My old 24' Superboat in these pics.
http://www.extrememarine.cc/swim_pla...ore_photos.htm

[yeller]

Is there something that is undesirable about having a swim deck on a Donzi? I'm sure it's just a matter of opinion for us all.

Nothing undesirable beyond what some would feel is it hurts the aesthetics...and as you say, it's just a matter of opinion. A lot of people are of the opinion these boats shouldn't be modified. I appreciate the purists and their desire to maintain originality, but I'm from the camp for doing whatever you want. It's your boat. If you like the looks of them, then go for it.

[Carl C]

I agree with customizing to make your boat they way you like it. I just really like the look of a transom that is all business. I guess we will continue to climb the drive.

[Pat McPherson]

Do fold down mini platforms to the left and right of the drive. Does the job and easier on the eyes.

Not sure what you are referring to. Got a picture or link?