[Rhodes22-list] Locking/Securing the Cabin (broken lock on pop top hatch)

[Cover-man]

Brian,

You have a secure fix, relatively straight-forward, although I cannot get a snapshot until next week.  

You probably should have a "hold-down" line or strap, meant for keeping the hatch from lifting when the hatch is closed. With that strap tightened the only thing needed is a flat metal strap (tang) from West which will attach to the bottom of the hatch surface at one end and thread thru a flat slot (horizontal) made into the top of the companionway door, then locked with a combo lock on the outside.  Call me as possible @ 404-295-7777.

R,

Art
s/v Mary Jane 
Boca Ciega



Have a nice day!


On Jul 9, 2011, at 3:53 PM, WindWater <njwindwater at hotmail.com> wrote:

> 
> I have a '92 (recycled '07) I was lucky enough to pick up last Spring. I
> noticed the lock on the pop top slider no longer works. The lock presses in
> and latches, but the pin does not protrude in far enough to "catch" against
> the track on the pop top. If you lift/wiggle the latch the slightest bit it
> will allow the pin to slide past the bump on the track and open the hatch.
> The boat is in a generally safe area, but no need to tempt fate. 
> 
> Has anyone else experienced this problem?  Does anyone have an easy fix?
> 
> I'm trying to avoid mounting any new hardware or making any holes in the
> fiberglass, but also trying to avoid the headache of any hooligans dipping
> into my gear. 
> 
> I appreciate any feedback. 
> 
> Regards,
> Brian S. 
> S/V Latis (the Goddess of Beer and Water)
> 
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