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Sail Life - Lewmar Hatch install and dinghy hoist
12. november 2023 · 18 min · 59K visninger · Trinidad
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Mads installs a Lewmar low-profile hatch on the cabin top of his 1987 Warrior 38, Athena, to replace a noisy, solar-powered ventilation fan.15:56 He selects a size 03 hatch with a CE rating of A, confirming it is suitable for offshore use and area 2 installation.3:49 After cutting the opening, he seals the balsa core with thickened epoxy to prevent water intrusion and beds the hatch using Lifecork sealant.5:18 He also modifies the dinghy arch by replacing a 4-to-1 block system with a 304-stainless steel trailer winch.10:16 To ensure a fair lead for the line, he fabricates a custom stainless steel deflector bracket with the help of a local metal shop.14:36 He plans to use Dyneema line to maximize drum capacity on the winch.10:43 The project aims to simplify daily dinghy retrieval to prevent theft and hull growth.15:55
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