The monster hatch on my 42 sits on a wooden frame installed around the deck opening. I assume it was done this way to obviate the need to make the opening the perfect size for the hatch. The wooden frame may also serve to level the surface for mounting the hatch.
I should note that the 42 was built in the custom shop and was not a production boat. The deck on the 35-1 may have been constructed to accommodate a particular hatch. From: Brandon Gaspard via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, January 17, 2017 3:53 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Brandon Gaspard Subject: Stus-List C&C 35 Mk1 Bow Hatch Replacement I'm looking to replace my forward hatch on my C&C 35 Mk1. Dimensions are 21.625" X 25.375" OD, 20.75" X 24.5 ID. Any suggestions on what to replace it with? I can't seem to find anything to fit, so should I consider removing the "lip" the old hatch fit over? Or should i epoxy in an additional spacer to get the frame down to a standard size, say maybe the Bowmar 20 3/16" X 30 3/16" or similar? Or should I just build a new hatch out of fiberglass and wood frame like the original that's on the boat? I'd prefer something that's going to be water tight, obviously. and it would be nice to have some light coming through. Thanks in advance for any tips and recommendations. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: https://www.paypal.me/stumurray All Contributions are greatly appreciated!
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