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Ronald2boats
22-09-2017, 10:44 AM
Hi, I am seeking your ideas for alternative latching arrangements for the cabin hatch. While the current method is effective, it does tend to leave bruises. Something less damaging to the body is sought. Hopefully picture will be attached.

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... Ron via mobile
552Evo
22-09-2017, 12:34 PM
What about one of those elastic Ute style arrangements. I don’t know what their proper name is.
Would that be secure enough for that hatch ?


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Ronald2boats
22-09-2017, 02:26 PM
That's an idea to think about, thanks. Would have to consider if was secure enough though as you suggested.

... Ron via mobile
552Evo
22-09-2017, 04:08 PM
No worries Ron, in your photo the hatch looks long enough so I guess you could have 2 of those hoops to do the task. Given your hatch is out of the elements the elastic will last years. I had some of those elastic hoops on my previous boats cover where it folds over the transom and I replaced a couple. But they were in full sun every day - when it IS sunny here in Melbourne ha ha

Jamie


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Dignity
22-09-2017, 04:15 PM
Just shorten the bolt part,it should make a difference.
Ronald2boats
22-09-2017, 04:19 PM
It's more the damage from the slotted base, as you are leaning out to manage the anchor etc.

... Ron via mobile
Dignity
22-09-2017, 04:30 PM
You ca get rubber hatch fasteners, some with T handles others a lever type that latches onto a round insert. Will try and get a photo after the storm passes.
Ronald2boats
22-09-2017, 04:31 PM
Thanks. That sounds spot on.

... Ron via mobile
Dignity
22-09-2017, 04:34 PM
Similar to this although mine is a lever style.

http://palmcoolers.com/product/palm-pc-model-rubber-latches-replacement-w-screws-2-pieces/
Ronald2boats
22-09-2017, 04:36 PM
I think something like that would be much better thanks. I will investigate further.

... Ron via mobile
Dignity
22-09-2017, 05:00 PM
Put the rubber on the hatch and only the clip on the deck.
Ronald2boats
22-09-2017, 05:28 PM
Gotta thanks.

... Ron via mobile