Engine hatch weight

[jetstream51]

I have a Crownline 225br that needs new engine hatch lifts. Does anyone have an idea of the weight of the hatch so I can purchase the correct lifts? Also, any recommendation on brand and specs of hatch lifts?

 

[64osby]

You might be able to take a bathroom scale and a wood block to get an estimate of the hatch weight. Divide the weight by the number of lifts and start searching.

Welcome to iboats. :welcome:

 

[jetstream51]

Thx 64osby. I hadn't thought of that. I'll have to take it completely off to do it but that would work. I'm going to the lake tomorrow so now I know what my next job is there. Now to find where my wife hid the scale. Ha! Just kidding!

 

[Scott Danforth]

welcome aboard

look at the existing struts, the part number should be on there which will also have the capacity in the part number. then google it and buy replacements.

 

[64osby]

I would not remove it, just pull off the struts and weigh it partially open.

Scott's suggestion is great if you can read the numbers.

 

[wahlejim]

Agree with 64, remove struts, weigh it in boat, no need to take it out. Weigh it at different intervals when it is open so see what the max torque on the struts actually is. I am assuming it is on a hinge which will assist in holding weight. The struts don't need to support the entire weight of the hatch.

 

[thumpar]

I have a 202br. I would bet the hatch is the same size since the beam is the same. My stuts are SL-34-50. There is one on each side.

 

[jetstream51]

Thanks for all the suggestions. The numbers on the old struts are visible. The problem is that the previous owner said he purchased them at an auto supply. However, I might be able to figure out the weight rating at least. Also, weighing the hatch with the struts off is a good idea. I'll try that too. Thanks again. In the mean time, I'll look up the SL-34-50.

 

[JASinIL2006]

If you can't get them right here at iboats, you might try contracting these guys: http://www.asraymond.com/products.html

I was able to give them info from my old, worn out gas struts, and they found me perfect replacements at a very good price.

 

[Scott Danforth]

most of these are made by Suspa. can also find them on Amazon