Does anyone know how to repair a major hole in fiberglass hatch cover for 1976 34ft O'Day or where a replacement can be found?:cry:
Many thanks
Many thanks
Main Hatch cover repair or replacement
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Welcome Rosemary366,
A picture would help any people reading your post to offer better information. The good news is: If it already has a major hole you probably can't make it any worse!
Repair of fiberglas isn't too difficult with epoxy and fiberglas strips. Instructions are available in a booklet from West System. Fillers are available from West System or other manufacturers to fair the rough repair. I have not done too well with gel coat repair, so when I have repaired areas I tried to end my repair at a spot that would be logical to end a coat of paint. Nonskid material in the paint on areas where it is appropriate also helps cover and blend in the repair.
BTW: We owned an Oday 34 and loved that boat. Great for the Chesapeake Bay.
Best Wishes, Phil
A picture would help any people reading your post to offer better information. The good news is: If it already has a major hole you probably can't make it any worse!
Repair of fiberglas isn't too difficult with epoxy and fiberglas strips. Instructions are available in a booklet from West System. Fillers are available from West System or other manufacturers to fair the rough repair. I have not done too well with gel coat repair, so when I have repaired areas I tried to end my repair at a spot that would be logical to end a coat of paint. Nonskid material in the paint on areas where it is appropriate also helps cover and blend in the repair.
BTW: We owned an Oday 34 and loved that boat. Great for the Chesapeake Bay.
Best Wishes, Phil
DIY Fibreglass repair
Hello 31seahorse
Thank you for your response and will do as you suggested- a$5K quote sounded way too high for something I can do- appreciate your encouragement. Have a great day!
Cheers
Hello 31seahorse
Thank you for your response and will do as you suggested- a$5K quote sounded way too high for something I can do- appreciate your encouragement. Have a great day!
Cheers
The previous owner of my Oday 35 replaced the main hatch in the forward birth with a Bowmar hatch. It is very sturdy however the glass needs to be resealed. There are many hatch replacements advertised and you could check with D & R marine where many Oday parts are available. Rudy may be able to give you some advice as well.
What was in the hole? My boat had a very old and non-functioning solar vent in the fwd hatch and on request of the Mrs, I didn't replace it as the hatch is a nice seat. Instead I installed a homemade deadlight I made out of 1/4" polycarbonate. I understand acrylic should hold up better to UV but this is what I had and it's held up fine for 2 years.
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