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There are many yacht owners, who prefer to do much of their own maintenance, But there are always some things that they cannot do for them selves . CYS understand this and offer several. services to help.

Key Benefits

  • Save money by doing what  you can
  • Have the right materials to do a good job
  • Save time by not having to wait for a craftsman to turn up.

Because CYS have been maintaining and repairing all types of boats for many years they have acquired the experience, skill and equipment to solve most jobs We are happy to make some of these resources available to the Yachtsman who prefers to do some of the many jobs onboard, himself.

Rigging
When its time to fit new standing rigging to an older boat , many yachts owners are able to fit the standing rigging, but don't have the special swaging machines to fit the terminals. CYS have these machines plus a large stock of Stainless steel rigging wire and top quality terminals, use this rigging measurement form to order your ready to fit standing rigging, or other wire components.
Windows
After a few years in the strong Mediterranean sunshine yacht windows often become crazed and even cracked, To replace them is a labor intensive job but within the abilities of most DIY yachtsmen. CYS have  a good stock of Acrylic (Plexiglas) in all the common sizes and tints. CYS can supply this cut to the size you need.
Stainless Steel Tube
Stainless steel tube has many applications on board, From Bimini & spray hood frames to handrails and solar panel gantries. CYS have a stock of Stainless steel tube and the tools to bend it into the shape you require. With ready made fittings the DIY yachtsman can make many different things.
Polypropylene Tanks
Holding tanks, Diesel tanks, water tanks, shower trays, Stowage boxes, The list of things, we can custom make from Polypropylene is endless. CYS have been fabricating these tanks for more than 15 years and the original tanks are still in use, and as good as new, this is because unlike steel, aluminum, stainless steel, or GRP . Polypropylene doesn't rust, rot, get osmosis or electrolysis. CYS have all the necessary tools to cut & weld the plastic sheets and pipe fittings into many customized components, which the DIY yachtsman can then fit into his boat.
 


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Last modified: January 25, 2010