[C320-list] Hatch Leak

[Chris Descher]

Same as all the others - Use butyl tape.  It's easy.  The hardest part on those big ones can be getting the frame out.  Be really careful not to bend it.

Chris Descher

> On Apr 11, 2016, at 2:19 PM, Joel Krauska <joel at krauska.net> wrote:
> 
> My front vberth hatch is leaking in the rain. :(
> 
> I had the gasket between the glass and the metal replaced.
> (they had to pull out and reseat the glass - -which I'm not thrilled with
> the bead they put down, but I'm doubtful that's my issue..)
> 
> The rain is still getting in.
> 
> I'm seeing lots of tiny rubber(?) that's flaking away between the aluminum
> and the deck fiberglass.  Is there a standard rubber ring that goes there?
> 
> Bomar takes about a week to get back and forth to me.
> 
> It looks like replacing the entire hatch would be about $800!
> 
> I'm thinking of unscrewing the whole hatch from the deck and getting a
> better look. (perhaps cleaning that out and putting down some good
> silicone?)
> 
> Best,
> 
> Joel
> Grace
> Hull 802