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Hatch came apart at hinge

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Don Albanese
Mon, Jul 26, 2021 11:59 AM

To All:

I have a 2003 32' tug. The pilot house hatch was leaking so I disconnected
the rod that holds the hatch open so I could tilt it backwards further to
inspect the bottom ot the hatch seal. When I tilted the hatch back forward,
the hinge separated and the hatch came off.

It's not broken, just disconnected. I cannot figure out how to get it back
together. The hinge consists of two brackets that have three "fingers" each
mounted on the frame. The fingers slip into a track on the hatch. I am at a
loss on getting it back together and will appreciate any ideas you may
have. Thanks.

Don Albanese
Annie 32' #228
Vermilion, Ohio

To All: I have a 2003 32' tug. The pilot house hatch was leaking so I disconnected the rod that holds the hatch open so I could tilt it backwards further to inspect the bottom ot the hatch seal. When I tilted the hatch back forward, the hinge separated and the hatch came off. It's not broken, just disconnected. I cannot figure out how to get it back together. The hinge consists of two brackets that have three "fingers" each mounted on the frame. The fingers slip into a track on the hatch. I am at a loss on getting it back together and will appreciate any ideas you may have. Thanks. Don Albanese Annie 32' #228 Vermilion, Ohio