Re: [Paddlewise] Day Hatch Cover Removal

From: Joan Spinner <jspinner_at_peoplepc.com>
Date: Mon, 18 Aug 2003 19:52:35 -0400
Bob is right on both accounts. I had an issue with my GS hatch covers but
now they works, though I do need to pull a bit on the tab for the less
frequently used cover.

Joan

>Have any of you had the same problem?  If so, how have you dealt with it?
>Do any of you have any ideas for a lubricant that would make removal easier
>without compromising watertightness?  I am told that petroleum-based
>lunbricants will rot the rubber.  Soap was suggested.  I haven't tried it,
>but it is hardly a durable solution.  Thanks for any suggestions.


> Frequent application of "303" to the inner edge of the hatch cover, as
well as to the rim, will make it much easier to remove the cover while not
compromising the seal.  Incidentally, frequent application of 303 to the
entire hatch cover will make it last longer.
>   Bob


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