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Fiberglass Bow Hatch 1989 Montauk 17'
scottmcx
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Posted on 10/21/16 - 5:19 AM
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The hinge points of the hatch have failed. I'd like to get a replacement but can't find. Anyone have a source?


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Posted on 10/21/16 - 5:43 AM
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There are no sources for fiberglass covers.

The are techniques to repair your hatch. Can you post photos so we can provide appropriate advice?

 
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Posted on 10/21/16 - 6:27 AM
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Excuse the dirt...Hurricane debris. I have not remove it and one side is still hanging on. If you need me to remove I can


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The cover has a wood perimeter and layers of fiberglass/gelcoat on top and bottom.

One could dig out the rotted wood, scarf in a piece with epoxy and drill new holes.

 
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Posted on 10/22/16 - 8:21 AM
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The focus of the repair should be on installing the correct hinges. The hinges in your photograph are outrage hinges. You need to obtain and install a pair of Montauk locker hinges. Look at the parts photograph index for further reference. This is a common failure point. The Montauk locker hinges alllow for a nut, bolt, washer fastening through the hatch cover at 3 points, making for a more secure fastening of the hinge.


Edited by Weatherly on 10/25/16 - 7:27 AM
 
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