Looking for Hatch Rails - 1984 ODay 222
- Thread starter JimGate
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Do you have a pic of what you are referring to? Hatch rails could mean a number of different things
Do you mean these?
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Teak Hatch Runner 6 Ft. PAIR. - D&R Marine
Teak hatch runner. 6 foot pair. Part #DR15-14-PR. Please use this # when ordering 2 teak hatch runners. Also you may want to order 3/8” Teak Bungs/Plugs DR15-38.
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Another member responded here with the link…Hatch Runners is the correct name. Thank you.
If you have the tools, you can make those runners from PlasTeak, no maintenance and slippery: Home - PlasTEAK Inc.
If the runner has worn down over the years, you may end up with a horrible screech whenever you open/close the hatch
Thank you to those who responded regarding my search for hatch runners. I understand teak runners or StarBoard material could be used. Opinions on which is best? Also, the current runners’ hardware is crumbling. Once removed, could I epoxy the new runners in place? Thank you for your input! Jim
Typically these were screwed to the deck. Drill pilot hole in runner and into (but not through) deck, counterbore the holes so the screw heads don't show, plug with teak plugs.
I have used butyl tape for many bedding applications. Adhesive/sealant like 3M 4200 works well. Put some in the pilot holes and on the screw threads, as well as on the teak.
Someone here replaced their toe rails which are installed in the same manner. After properly removing the first few screws, they cut into the toe rail and screws for a much faster removal
Call Rudy at D&R Marine (508) 644 3001. He has all of this. I replaced all my teak and it fit perfectly.