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09-23-2006, 03:32 PM
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Installing Hatches
Does anybody out there have any experence installing hatches on a kayak? I've read a few articles on the subject but they were more for Boaters cutting into fiberglass. I think the process will be simple enough, cut a hole, place the hatch over the hole and screw down (well nut and bolt acually), apply enough Marine Goop to seal the hatch and viola. Anybody know anthing more?
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09-23-2006, 04:02 PM
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Re: Installing Hatches
You pretty much have installing hatches down
 Use a saber saw or dremel or ?? to make a nice hole, deburr it a bit then use the gasket that it came with or marine Goop for a nice seal. I've used rivets at Malibu to install them, but then you need to make sure they expand all the way and are tight. TC&TL, PerryC. 
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12-09-2006, 05:06 PM
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Re: Installing Hatches
Perry, since you have access to the mounting hardware, you should try SS screws something like 3/16x .75. Using rivits may pull though the plastic. I use a dremel with a cutting wheel, than finish with a sanding drum. Always measure after every step. Seal with a good marine RTV
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