Hello all; after a 2019 purchase of a Catalina 30 1987 #5005, I found that often, when opening or closing the companionway sliding hatch - water would be forced out, splashing into the galley/salon below. First exam tells me it's a design flaw, as this happens when the boat is sitting well on the waterline. The forward end of the hatch slide and boards is still lower than the aft end.
I believe there needs to be a scupper created in the forward slide section (which seems to be lower and allows water to accumulate). I'm wondering (have searched but not found owner solutions) if someone has tackled this successfully.
Cheers!
Craig
I believe there needs to be a scupper created in the forward slide section (which seems to be lower and allows water to accumulate). I'm wondering (have searched but not found owner solutions) if someone has tackled this successfully.
Cheers!
Craig