[C320-list] Bomar Trapezoidal hatch

[John Jacobs]

Thanks Chuck,  I have prepared myself with plenty of butyl tape for the job. The biggest hassle has been to remove the small hatch bolts and screws where the hatch top attaches to the frame.  There was some galvanic corrosion and it was like trying to separate welded metal.   I went through a couple of drill bits drilling out the bolts and screws and managed not to damage the frame.   Now I understand how important using Tef Gel is to prevent this from happening.  Hoping to finish the work today as we have big rains coming tomorrow.

John Jacobs
Surprise #644
Urbanna, Virginia

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> On Oct 18, 2019, at 4:26 PM, Chuck Mueller <katchu at chartermi.net> wrote:
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> I had a similar problem on my C320, year 2000.  After taking water over the
> bow, the V berth was soaked.  I ordered the hatch tape from Bomar Pompanette
> and resealed.  Their tape is expensive, but it solved the problem and the
> repair was 7 years ago.
> Chuck Mueller
> Northwind #676
> Holland, MI
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> Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 19:46:42 -0400
> From: John Jacobs <johjacob1 at mac.com>
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> Subject: [C320-list] Bomar Trapezoidal Hatch
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> Hi
> Experienced some unexpected leaks
> In my Bomar Trapezoidal Hatch on my 1999 during a recent torrential
> downpour. This came after weeks of very hot and dry weather.  Leaks show
> from around the frame inside the boat and do not appear to be coming from
> the rubber seal.  I?m going to detach and clean the frame caulking and
> reseat using butyl tape.  Anyone having any suggestions would be
> appreciated.
> 
> John Jacobs
> Surprise #644
> 
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