I have a fiberglass console on my 4.5 m rib and I want to cut in a hatch to create a storage area. Provided I make sure I keep away from the corners by an inch or so I was wondering if this will weaken my console. The type of hatch I have in mind is like this one
Should be fine, the hatch your looking at has rounded corners which keeps it strong and will probably have a frame. Use plenty of sealer to ‘bond’ as well as the screws and it will be as good as new. Assuming your placement doesn’t cut through any braces.
I have a fiberglass console on my 4.5 m rib and I want to cut in a hatch to create a storage area. Provided I make sure I keep away from the corners by an inch or so I was wondering if this will weaken my console. The type of hatch I have in mind is like this one
Denis if you can afford it go for a better hatch i have one of those my second, the first snapped around the flange they are ok but not for long life.ABS is better than these plastic ones. i use bolts and sealer makes it strong no probs with console
Denis if you can afford it go for a better hatch i have one of those my second, the first snapped around the flange they are ok but not for long life.ABS is better than these plastic ones. i use bolts and sealer makes it strong no probs with console
Many thanks for that advice. That link was so people can see the sort of hatch I intend. Yes a better one would be good
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