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Huthbrother Kayak Valley 9" Round Hatch Cover - Compatible with VCP Valley Sea Kayak - Black - 7.5" Inside Diameter
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Title: Huthbrother Kayak Valley Size 9" Dia Outside & 7.5" Inside Diameter Round Hatch Cover Compatible with V C P Valley Sea Kayak,Black
Description: This hatch cover has a 9" outside diameter and a 7.5" inside diameter. It is compatible with models such as Chatham 16 Poly/Composite, Chatham 17 Poly/Composite, Chatham 18 Composite, and Elaho. It also fits Valley Canoe and Valley Sea Kayaks. These hatches are highly recommended for extreme expedition use due to their virtually waterproof design. They have been expedition proven and are easy to access. If you encounter any problems, our after-sales service is available to assist you within 24 hours.
FAQs:
Q: Does this screw to the kayak or is it just rubber that you have to pull in and out of the hole?
A: It does not screw on. It is a rubbery material that goes on kind of like a Tupperware/plastic container lid. It worked for my kayak which does not have screw threads on the opening. It goes "over" the hole, not into it.
Q: The hatch on my kayak had a twist-on lid. Would this work for a replacement or is there another lid that would work for a 9" hatch?
A: Yours is threaded, this one goes over a lip. You need to measure the inside dimensions and look for the same. LFS or West Marine sell the whole thing that gets epoxy to the kayak; all you need is the lid. Buy the whole replacement and just use the lid. I would take your boat to the store and try it out. If it fits, buy it.
Q: Will this fit on a pelican sundophin?
A: You need to measure the hatch to determine if it will fit.
Q: Is this rubber or plastic?
A: It is rubber and fits as perfectly as the original.
It does not screw on. It is a rubbery material that goes on kind of like a Tupperware/plastic container lid. It worked for my kayak which does not have screw threads on the opening. It goes "over" the hole, not into it.
Yours is threaded, this one goes over a lip.You need to measure the inside dimensions and look for the same. LFS or West Marine sell the whole thing that gets epoxide to the kayak, all you need is the lid. Buy the whole replacement and just use the lid. I would take your boat to the store and try it out.If it fits buy it.
You need to measure the hatch to determine if it will fit.
It is rubber, and fit as perfectly as the original. MB
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