Gutters for Cockpit Hatch

Discussion in 'Wooden Boat Building and Restoration' started by drs3317, Aug 30, 2005.

  1. drs3317
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    drs3317 New Member

    What is the best design for drain gutters on a cockpit hatch? I plan on a large 30"x40" hatch and want the bildge to stay dry. I don't want to install just a gasket but rather a drain collecting system so I can drain the water overboard.
     
  2. yipster
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    yipster designer

    the hatch dont look that large so using a gutter and drain overboard on the low spot is common and works fine.
    using 2 hatches you have to bolt and seal the middle alu U bridge on both sides. when building new why not a electric opening one...
     
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