Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: 1989 outrage 22 front deck hatch
Posted by raiderwhaler on 09/04/22 - 9:51 AM
#1
Does anyone have an idea as to how to put hinges or supports on the large deck hatch directly in front of the forward console seat? The 2 smaller hatches on each side and the anchor locker in front of this hatch are hinged. This hatch cover does have a pull to open but it is so bulky and heavy it is almost useless. I would like to be able to open it without it falling on the deck or me. What do you guys store in there?
Edited by raiderwhaler on 09/04/22 - 9:52 AM
Posted by raiderwhaler on 09/04/22 - 12:06 PM
#3
This hatch has no hinges on any side. It just pulls up and out. Just so I am clear, putting a gas shock inside the compartment on one side would hold the hatch up? Do you think 1 gas shock would do it? Any recommendation on length of shock:
Posted by Phil T on 09/04/22 - 12:25 PM
#4
This is the hatch for the fishwell?
Have you considered adding hinges?
Posted by raiderwhaler on 09/04/22 - 12:32 PM
#5
Thats it. I thought about hinges but not sure if there is enough room on the edge for a 2/3 short side hinge. What would be your idea for hinge location
Posted by raiderwhaler on 09/04/22 - 12:44 PM
#7
Thanks. Saw article by Boat Mag. discussing same thing. Your boat doesnt appear to have hinges? Does it have strut?
Posted by Phil T on 09/04/22 - 12:46 PM
#8
Sorry, not my boat. Pulled that off the web to verify the correct hatch.
Posted by raiderwhaler on 09/04/22 - 12:56 PM
#9
thanks