How to Troubleshoot a Larson Cabrio 330 Companionway Hatch
The Larson Cabrio-series day cruisers are known for their performance and amenities, with full berths, shower and head, galley, and over 6 feet of head room in the cabin. Entrance to the cabin is through a sliding companionway hatch, which easily slides behind the cockpit controls when going below deck. Companionway hatches are relatively simple setups, with minor problems resulting from improper lubrication, movement blockage or leaks. A thorough companionway-hatch inspection should identify the problem at hand.
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Things You'll Need
- Flashlight
- Boat weather stripping
- Silicone grease
- Marine glue
- Small putty knife
Instructions
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Inspect behind the cockpit instrument panel. As the Cabrio's companionway hatch slides behind the cockpit instrument panel and controls, be sure there are no obstructions blocking its path. These can include basic debris or a loose wiring harness behind the panel. Remove the debris and tuck any control-panel items back into the panel.
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Check for proper lubrication. The companionway hatch slides along a track. Be sure it is lubricated, as salt air tends to break down lubricants. Apply a light layer of silicone on the hatch tracks.
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Look for worn or broken weatherstripping around the hatch. With normal use, the door seal can break down and allow leaks to seep into the cabin. Remove the old weather stripping carefully, cleaning all remaining pieces from the hatch using a small putty knife. Replace the seal in one piece by gluing it in place using an approved marine glue.
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