Updating 1993 Grady White Escape

[Rmarsh]

A worthy project Ross....I like your idea of cutting in a door on the front of the console for better access..... made my console seat and backrest removable....with a release lever......easier to wire and maintain for sure.
Consider getting a multimeter if you dont have one already.

[nightfighter]

Funny you mention that, Bob. I am looking at the different options for that access door. At first look, it will be approximately 13" tall and 26" wide. If I hinge on the bottom, my elbows will be resting on the open hinged door when working inside the console. If two doors with hinges on either side, I have two doors in the passageway when open and two slightly proud (piano) hinges. And finally, a lift out removable door, which is hinged horizontally in the middle, and can also be totally removed from the opening. (sample pics attached) All around the same money