Several of the fasteners started leaking on the inside after I pressure washed the deck a bit too close to the handrail base. Had to raise it, clean things up, and re-bed it.
Fixing a leak
Finally, chainplate covers!
It’s been years since the chainplates were put in place and all these years I’ve been missing the chainplate covers. Things started leaking so I couldn’t wait any longer. These were hard to find as the chainplates are pretty massive: 2.5″ x 0.25″ in profile. I finally found a pair at Hansen Rigging!
Deck shower installed
City water connection inlet
Installed water fill
The new hatch is IN
Finally, after months of work, the hatch is in place, even with canvas.
Installed hatch base
Installed fireplace vent
Handrails installed
My plan to fasten the handrails from inside worked out well. With help from my friend Viktor, we pre-drilled the hand rail bases, mounted them with about 1″ clearance for sealant, and then gradually tightened up the screws. They sit solid and look great!
Bedding hardware for realz
