Replacement bilge hatch

Mar 20, 2015
2
Oday 28 Lake Lanier
Does anyone have any ideas on replacing the wooden hatch cover that has the cutout for the mast? Previous Owner had let the original rot - I guess water was leaking down the mast. I guess I can have another made, but I was wondering if there were an easier option.
 
Jan 27, 2008
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ODay 35 Beaufort, NC
Buy a sheet of teak and holly plywood and make your own. Use the old one as a pattern for the shape. A jig saw and some sanding should do the trick.
 

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Apr 16, 2007
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O'day 25 Salem, MA
Check to see if your area has a boat junk yard. You may find a hatch there for the price of marine plywood piece.