I've had the dinghy for a year now... I've had the weaver parts and peices collected for many months. It just hasn't been on the priority list.
I finally got the dinghy mounted up with the weaver davit system on the 318. I used the quick release shoes. My davit arms are 6 out and 4 down. The dinghy is pretty close to the same as Sierra's -- 9'10''. It pushes wide on the 10'9'' beam. But, I wanted to be able to take 4 adults, or 2 and some supplies - so size was important.
It folds up nicely with the bench seat installed and lays flat against the back of the Magma... a perfect fit.
Question for anyone with A vista that used weaver's, I need to install the support arms. I am having trouble finding a good spot that won't interfere if I need to raise the engine hatch, or be a 'hook' on someone's tow or clothing.
Where are people mounting their support arms to on Vista's? Any help or feedback would be great.
Also - I think I have a couple places identified - however, thru-bolting isn't an option due to accessibility. Any concerns with screws and some 4200/5200? Think that would be sufficient?
