My new-to-me 2001 H260 is in storage for the winter, we checked the boat this weekend and found about 3" of water inside the cabin at the lowest section of the sole. This past summer while docked at the marina, after a hard rain we found water in the cabin as well. We suspect that the rain water is not able to run off the sliding hatch drain rails fast enough so it leaks into the cabin. Has anyone had this problem or does anyone have a suggested fix (other than a tarp).
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My new-to-me 2001 H260 is in storage for the winter, we checked the boat this weekend and found about 3" of water inside the cabin at the lowest section of the sole. This past summer while docked at the marina, after a hard rain we found water in the cabin as well. We suspect that the rain water is not able to run off the sliding hatch drain rails fast enough so it leaks into the cabin. Has anyone had this problem or does anyone have a suggested fix (other than a tarp).
Leaking screws
I had a similar problem when I first got my boat. I found that the water was leaking around the four screws on the underside of the sliding hatch. I removed the screws, put some silicone sealant in each hole and replaced the screws. In my case it stopped the leak.
I had a similar problem when I first got my boat. I found that the water was leaking around the four screws on the underside of the sliding hatch. I removed the screws, put some silicone sealant in each hole and replaced the screws. In my case it stopped the leak.
Leaking screws
I had a similar problem when I first got my boat. I found that the water was leaking around the four screws on the underside of the sliding hatch. I removed the screws, put some silicone sealant in each hole and replaced the screws. In my case it stopped the leak.
I had a similar problem when I first got my boat. I found that the water was leaking around the four screws on the underside of the sliding hatch. I removed the screws, put some silicone sealant in each hole and replaced the screws. In my case it stopped the leak.
H260 Leaks
Hatch leaks are a long-standing problem with the H26/260. My H260 will generally stay pretty dry except in heavy and blowing rain, then I'll get some leaking. I think most people use a cover over the hatch. You can make your own or find them in the Chandlery. Checking the sliding hatch screws would be a good idea. Or spend $10 at Home Depot for a cheap tarp to cover the hatch until you come up with a better solution.
Hatch leaks are a long-standing problem with the H26/260. My H260 will generally stay pretty dry except in heavy and blowing rain, then I'll get some leaking. I think most people use a cover over the hatch. You can make your own or find them in the Chandlery. Checking the sliding hatch screws would be a good idea. Or spend $10 at Home Depot for a cheap tarp to cover the hatch until you come up with a better solution.
H260 Leaks
Hatch leaks are a long-standing problem with the H26/260. My H260 will generally stay pretty dry except in heavy and blowing rain, then I'll get some leaking. I think most people use a cover over the hatch. You can make your own or find them in the Chandlery. Checking the sliding hatch screws would be a good idea. Or spend $10 at Home Depot for a cheap tarp to cover the hatch until you come up with a better solution.
Hatch leaks are a long-standing problem with the H26/260. My H260 will generally stay pretty dry except in heavy and blowing rain, then I'll get some leaking. I think most people use a cover over the hatch. You can make your own or find them in the Chandlery. Checking the sliding hatch screws would be a good idea. Or spend $10 at Home Depot for a cheap tarp to cover the hatch until you come up with a better solution.
h260 LEAKS
I've had about the same experiences as George on my 2001 h260. If your boat isn't perfectly level on the hard, it'll make the problem worse. I've done the tarp over the companionway every winter and will go for the custom made job from this site in the Spring. If you do the tarp, make sure to cover both the slide and the removable panels and make sure to put something between the slide and tarp to eliminate puddling. s/v The Lord Nelson
I've had about the same experiences as George on my 2001 h260. If your boat isn't perfectly level on the hard, it'll make the problem worse. I've done the tarp over the companionway every winter and will go for the custom made job from this site in the Spring. If you do the tarp, make sure to cover both the slide and the removable panels and make sure to put something between the slide and tarp to eliminate puddling. s/v The Lord Nelson
h260 LEAKS
I've had about the same experiences as George on my 2001 h260. If your boat isn't perfectly level on the hard, it'll make the problem worse. I've done the tarp over the companionway every winter and will go for the custom made job from this site in the Spring. If you do the tarp, make sure to cover both the slide and the removable panels and make sure to put something between the slide and tarp to eliminate puddling. s/v The Lord Nelson
I've had about the same experiences as George on my 2001 h260. If your boat isn't perfectly level on the hard, it'll make the problem worse. I've done the tarp over the companionway every winter and will go for the custom made job from this site in the Spring. If you do the tarp, make sure to cover both the slide and the removable panels and make sure to put something between the slide and tarp to eliminate puddling. s/v The Lord Nelson
suggestion
If you are noticing water on the floor next to the galley, one suggestion is the slider hatch. Let me go further. In the years since I introduced this boat, it could be the screw holes but one problem area is caulking of a piece of teak that runs longways on top of the slider. That teak is the stopper so the slider hatch cannot come out. It needs to have caulk run under that board with attention to the screw holes from side to side. That generally will solve the mysterious leak.
If you are noticing water on the floor next to the galley, one suggestion is the slider hatch. Let me go further. In the years since I introduced this boat, it could be the screw holes but one problem area is caulking of a piece of teak that runs longways on top of the slider. That teak is the stopper so the slider hatch cannot come out. It needs to have caulk run under that board with attention to the screw holes from side to side. That generally will solve the mysterious leak.
suggestion
If you are noticing water on the floor next to the galley, one suggestion is the slider hatch. Let me go further. In the years since I introduced this boat, it could be the screw holes but one problem area is caulking of a piece of teak that runs longways on top of the slider. That teak is the stopper so the slider hatch cannot come out. It needs to have caulk run under that board with attention to the screw holes from side to side. That generally will solve the mysterious leak.
If you are noticing water on the floor next to the galley, one suggestion is the slider hatch. Let me go further. In the years since I introduced this boat, it could be the screw holes but one problem area is caulking of a piece of teak that runs longways on top of the slider. That teak is the stopper so the slider hatch cannot come out. It needs to have caulk run under that board with attention to the screw holes from side to side. That generally will solve the mysterious leak.
Winter storage
For the winter storage, I suggest you get a 30'x20' tarp and lay it over the lowered mast. (see photo) I use a 4x4x36" placed on the mast step, to raise the front of the mast to level. Then you can work on or in the boat in comfort while keeping the deck dry and out of the sun. Brigg
For the winter storage, I suggest you get a 30'x20' tarp and lay it over the lowered mast. (see photo) I use a 4x4x36" placed on the mast step, to raise the front of the mast to level. Then you can work on or in the boat in comfort while keeping the deck dry and out of the sun. Brigg
Winter storage
For the winter storage, I suggest you get a 30'x20' tarp and lay it over the lowered mast. (see photo) I use a 4x4x36" placed on the mast step, to raise the front of the mast to level. Then you can work on or in the boat in comfort while keeping the deck dry and out of the sun. Brigg
For the winter storage, I suggest you get a 30'x20' tarp and lay it over the lowered mast. (see photo) I use a 4x4x36" placed on the mast step, to raise the front of the mast to level. Then you can work on or in the boat in comfort while keeping the deck dry and out of the sun. Brigg
Yes I refixed mine and it has not leaked
since doing it. The piece of teak on the upper side of the lexen, under the lifting hatch, was removed and replaced with some hard wood (Jarrah)and refixed using slightly longer screws and sealng with Sicaflex. Be carefull though that if you decide to replace screx make sure that the screw are not so long that they protrude above the timber and drag on the underside of the hatch. The other thing I did (thanks I think to Jim) was to get two strips of velcro (the furry side) and peels off the backing strip and adhere to the sides of the companionway where the hatch slides. The hatch then moves nicely and I think makes up any voids thus insuring that no leaks come from there. Certainly if this piece of teak as mentioned is not screwdown and sealed properly she will leak.
since doing it. The piece of teak on the upper side of the lexen, under the lifting hatch, was removed and replaced with some hard wood (Jarrah)and refixed using slightly longer screws and sealng with Sicaflex. Be carefull though that if you decide to replace screx make sure that the screw are not so long that they protrude above the timber and drag on the underside of the hatch. The other thing I did (thanks I think to Jim) was to get two strips of velcro (the furry side) and peels off the backing strip and adhere to the sides of the companionway where the hatch slides. The hatch then moves nicely and I think makes up any voids thus insuring that no leaks come from there. Certainly if this piece of teak as mentioned is not screwdown and sealed properly she will leak.
Yes I refixed mine and it has not leaked
since doing it. The piece of teak on the upper side of the lexen, under the lifting hatch, was removed and replaced with some hard wood (Jarrah)and refixed using slightly longer screws and sealng with Sicaflex. Be carefull though that if you decide to replace screx make sure that the screw are not so long that they protrude above the timber and drag on the underside of the hatch. The other thing I did (thanks I think to Jim) was to get two strips of velcro (the furry side) and peels off the backing strip and adhere to the sides of the companionway where the hatch slides. The hatch then moves nicely and I think makes up any voids thus insuring that no leaks come from there. Certainly if this piece of teak as mentioned is not screwdown and sealed properly she will leak.
since doing it. The piece of teak on the upper side of the lexen, under the lifting hatch, was removed and replaced with some hard wood (Jarrah)and refixed using slightly longer screws and sealng with Sicaflex. Be carefull though that if you decide to replace screx make sure that the screw are not so long that they protrude above the timber and drag on the underside of the hatch. The other thing I did (thanks I think to Jim) was to get two strips of velcro (the furry side) and peels off the backing strip and adhere to the sides of the companionway where the hatch slides. The hatch then moves nicely and I think makes up any voids thus insuring that no leaks come from there. Certainly if this piece of teak as mentioned is not screwdown and sealed properly she will leak.
Thanks
Thanks for helping me understand where the water in coming from. Should the teak extend to both edges of the plex slider or is it in-set about 1" form either side (which is what I see)? Mark - why did you replace the teak with jarrah?
Thanks for helping me understand where the water in coming from. Should the teak extend to both edges of the plex slider or is it in-set about 1" form either side (which is what I see)? Mark - why did you replace the teak with jarrah?
Thanks
Thanks for helping me understand where the water in coming from. Should the teak extend to both edges of the plex slider or is it in-set about 1" form either side (which is what I see)? Mark - why did you replace the teak with jarrah?
Thanks for helping me understand where the water in coming from. Should the teak extend to both edges of the plex slider or is it in-set about 1" form either side (which is what I see)? Mark - why did you replace the teak with jarrah?
Because you do not see this piece of
timber I decided to use Jarrah which is a lot stronger and less likely to bow or bend under weight. I am not sure why it does not extend to the edge of the slide but the new one I fitted does.
timber I decided to use Jarrah which is a lot stronger and less likely to bow or bend under weight. I am not sure why it does not extend to the edge of the slide but the new one I fitted does.
Because you do not see this piece of
timber I decided to use Jarrah which is a lot stronger and less likely to bow or bend under weight. I am not sure why it does not extend to the edge of the slide but the new one I fitted does.
timber I decided to use Jarrah which is a lot stronger and less likely to bow or bend under weight. I am not sure why it does not extend to the edge of the slide but the new one I fitted does.
Seconds and more...
First I second (or third or fourth, by now) the comments about the teak strip at the forward end of the hatch slider. I took my hatch appart and refastned the strip with some 3m 5200 and silicone caulk as well. I ran the silicone bead all the way to the edge as the teak stopped just a little short. Another troublesome spot for me is the mast step. Each year it seems to get a little worse. This past season, after a hard rain, I'd find a puddle on the galley table and in a few cases the overhead light lens would be full of water. This spring I'm going to pull off the step and take a look under there to try to figure it out. The centerboard control line runs through a gutter that is actually sloped into the mast step, and I suspect that might be part of the problem. Somehow water is finding a path inside the boat instead of down the compression post and out through the centerboard trunk. If anyone has some experience in this area, please let me know. I seem to remeber some photos in the Foto Forum, so will try to find them there. Happy New year and fair winds... Tom
First I second (or third or fourth, by now) the comments about the teak strip at the forward end of the hatch slider. I took my hatch appart and refastned the strip with some 3m 5200 and silicone caulk as well. I ran the silicone bead all the way to the edge as the teak stopped just a little short. Another troublesome spot for me is the mast step. Each year it seems to get a little worse. This past season, after a hard rain, I'd find a puddle on the galley table and in a few cases the overhead light lens would be full of water. This spring I'm going to pull off the step and take a look under there to try to figure it out. The centerboard control line runs through a gutter that is actually sloped into the mast step, and I suspect that might be part of the problem. Somehow water is finding a path inside the boat instead of down the compression post and out through the centerboard trunk. If anyone has some experience in this area, please let me know. I seem to remeber some photos in the Foto Forum, so will try to find them there. Happy New year and fair winds... Tom
Seconds and more...
First I second (or third or fourth, by now) the comments about the teak strip at the forward end of the hatch slider. I took my hatch appart and refastned the strip with some 3m 5200 and silicone caulk as well. I ran the silicone bead all the way to the edge as the teak stopped just a little short. Another troublesome spot for me is the mast step. Each year it seems to get a little worse. This past season, after a hard rain, I'd find a puddle on the galley table and in a few cases the overhead light lens would be full of water. This spring I'm going to pull off the step and take a look under there to try to figure it out. The centerboard control line runs through a gutter that is actually sloped into the mast step, and I suspect that might be part of the problem. Somehow water is finding a path inside the boat instead of down the compression post and out through the centerboard trunk. If anyone has some experience in this area, please let me know. I seem to remeber some photos in the Foto Forum, so will try to find them there. Happy New year and fair winds... Tom
First I second (or third or fourth, by now) the comments about the teak strip at the forward end of the hatch slider. I took my hatch appart and refastned the strip with some 3m 5200 and silicone caulk as well. I ran the silicone bead all the way to the edge as the teak stopped just a little short. Another troublesome spot for me is the mast step. Each year it seems to get a little worse. This past season, after a hard rain, I'd find a puddle on the galley table and in a few cases the overhead light lens would be full of water. This spring I'm going to pull off the step and take a look under there to try to figure it out. The centerboard control line runs through a gutter that is actually sloped into the mast step, and I suspect that might be part of the problem. Somehow water is finding a path inside the boat instead of down the compression post and out through the centerboard trunk. If anyone has some experience in this area, please let me know. I seem to remeber some photos in the Foto Forum, so will try to find them there. Happy New year and fair winds... Tom
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