Beneteau Oceanis 321 Lewmar Hatch question

[sdcsmith2000]

Hi there,

I have a 1996 Beneteau Oceanis 321 with two size 30 Lewmar hatches, both of which have taken this wet winter as an opportunity to spring a leak! I am trying to discover which size 30 hatch I have so I can get replacement seals - but there appears to be a choice from low profile, medium profile, ocean and maybe even costal!
Can anyone advise please?
Thanks

 

[DougM]

Welcome to the forum,
The usual primary reply you will receive is ”a picture would be helpful”.
I’m sure with that, you will find someone who knows the answer to your question.

I have a 2004 B323. It has Lewmar hatches probably the same size as yours, but with the difference in age, I would be hesitant to say they were the same.

(I have been to Fowey, and toured Cornwall, on of my favorite parts of the UK)

 

[sdcsmith2000]

Thanks Doug, yes you can tell I’m new to this, photo attached with most of obligatory small person removed - yes a lovely part of the world, I am very lucky
Many thanks

 

[Ralph Johnstone]

Might have better luck if you opened the hatch to show the angle of the aluminum frame which Lewmar changes for each model. Shots of the inside hinges and dogs would also help. Look the same as mine.

 

[sdcsmith2000]

Might have better luck if you opened the hatch to show the angle of the aluminum frame which Lewmar changes for each model. Shots of the inside hinges and dogs would also help. Look the same as mine.

Thanks Ralph, am hoping to get on her tomorrow so will try and get a specific pic

 

[Wesleymi]

I have a 1998 Oceanis 321 and am currently replacing all of the hatches. They are all low profile. And very expensive.

 

[sdcsmith2000]

I have a 1998 Oceanis 321 and am currently replacing all of the hatches. They are all low profile. And very expensive.

Hi
thank you for your Message, much appreciate and yesVERY expensive, that’s why I am hoping to get away with just buying some seals instead

 

[sdcsmith2000]

I have a 1998 Oceanis 321 and am currently replacing all of the hatches. They are all low profile. And very expensive.

do you have any pictures of or serial/reference numbers for your low profile hatches you can share please?

 

[Ralph Johnstone]

Check here:

https://www.lewmar.com/node/11246

Foam rubber gasket which attaches with contact cement (or something they have at 10X the price). Talk to your listed supplier to see if they fit all Size 30 models and years.

Let Google be your friend.

 

[sdcsmith2000]

Many Thanks Guys!! Really appreciate all of your time and input

 

[sdcsmith2000]

Ahhh looking at this now I wonder if it’s not an older hatch!? ‍

 

[jssailem]

I would agree with @Wesleymi they look to be the Lewmar low profile hatch with the lip frame.
Size 30 Low Profile Hatch Self Supporting
39930030

Image wise there is little to distinguish the low and medium profile hatches.
Size 30 Medium Profile Hatch
39930020

As I understand they have the same outer shape and look. The description identifies the difference as thicker acrylic and deeper frame sections
Product Description

Ideal as a foredeck hatch on larger offshore yachts, the Medium Profile has thicker acrylic and deeper frame sections for greater strength and durability. It features Lewmar’s unique sealing system, allowing for easy acrylic replacement. All while retaining the smooth, modern lines of the Low Profile Hatch.​

A part number would be your best reference. I suspect they use the same gasket. But that is only a SWAG.

 

[Ralph Johnstone]

Contact your local Lewmar rep, see what he says, and put an end to this wild speculation .

The Lewmar factory is in the U.K. and may be within spitting distance of you.

 

[Wesleymi]

I got mine from Mauri Pro 1st photo is old one next is new one then label on box. Hope this helps. Will install next week (I hope).

 

[jssailem]

Sweet looking hatch.

I bought and installed a Ocean 70 hatch the fall of 2019.

 

[sdcsmith2000]

Contact your local Lewmar rep, see what he says, and put an end to this wild speculation .

The Lewmar factory is in the U.K. and may be within spitting distance of you.

Thanks Ralph, yeah have contacted them twice, no response and they don’t deal with the public direct

Ahhh looking at this now I wonder if it’s not an older hatch!? ‍

hi
So for the record, these are coastline hatches, now discontinued although seals are still available part number: 360595999

thanks to all for your advice, ideas and input

 

[Ralph Johnstone]

ODD !

Is there anyone in this list of retailers you can contact ?

https://www.lewmar.com/distributor

 

[sdcsmith2000]

ODD !

Is there anyone in this list of retailers you can contact ?

https://www.lewmar.com/distributor

I finally got hold of the tech team at Lewmar and they confirmed it was a coastline
I have followed Wesley’s lead and ordered a new one, for the forward berth, no fun in a wet bunk
I may get a new seal for the main cabin hatch but that’s stopped leaking after a good clean

 

[Ralph Johnstone]

I may get a new seal for the main cabin hatch but that’s stopped leaking after a good clean

I received my 1999 H-310 in 1998 and I can say that all seven of my Lewmar opening hatch gaskets are still in the as new condition. Lenses ................... not so much. I've had great luck by swiping each gasket every year with a wet cloth to clean it and then coating with Meguiar's:



The product is really no different than any other vinyl protector but it does protect the vinyl from drying out. Seems to work perfectly .............................. so far.

 

[Ralph Johnstone]

ordered a new one, for the forward berth, no fun in a wet bunk

Yeah, sure,"Leaky gasket" you told the crew.

"More like a leaky bladder, methinks" the crew thought to themselves. It can be embarrassing .