Just happend to see this hatch hold down system and thought someone might be intersted. Never can have too many ideas to modify!
http://www.outer-island.com/FlushHatches.html
Sile... I kinda like that. That may be my next plan if thius doesn't work.
So, at the moment it is not working out.. yet. The sealant needs dryness to cure, and it has been RAINING here for the entire week. So far, the outside of the gasket has sealed, but not the inside. It should be warm tomorrow, so I'll see. I have hope still. Should've used dampness curing clear silicone sealant (the kind that stinks like vinegar) next time.
CB
Yep. Use Silicone sealant (I used DAP brand from Ace Hardware). I did it half an hour ago, and it is alread half-sealed and soft and rubbery.
OK, so it is official. Silicone sealant works magnificently and even cures an cool damp weather (give it 3 days because the inside areas takes the longest to cure). Wow do I have a tight fit (go figure) and all I need to do is trim up the overflow.
Case Closed.
Colin
OK, so it is official. Silicone sealant works magnificently and even cures an cool damp weather (give it 3 days because the inside areas takes the longest to cure). Wow do I have a tight fit (go figure) and all I need to do is trim up the overflow.
Case Closed.
Colin