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SLYACKER · 06-23-2014, 05:48 PM

Awsome! Looks like i will be installing the hatch asap!

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bosshoss · 06-23-2014, 05:58 PM

DIY Rectangle Hatch Upgrade

Well I finally did it, decided to replace the round hatch in my 2013 Outback. Bought the rectangle hatch , seal, and opted for the bucket version.

Removed the round hatch and used the backing plate from the new hatch as a template for cutting purposes.

Used a sharpie for the outline and a Jig saw for cutting the plastic. Cuts like butter..

A little sand paper to knock down the rough edges and it was ready to layout the holes for the lid and backing plate. Used the top of hatch to mark and drill out the holes for the screws.

One final look at everything and it was ready to install.
Lined up the backing plate, the gasket, and the lid and screwed them together.

Really make sure you have the placement correct before cutting and the rest is downhill from there.. Really a simple install....

Thanks to George and Andy for the tips, and pics on how to install. Really helped.

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SLYACKER · 06-23-2014, 05:58 PM

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Use the search box and input bosshoss and rectangle hatch..theres a couple of pics there, that show where I cut the the hole and installed the hatch..

Good luck

Looks good thanks man ill post mine when i get it done!

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bosshoss · 06-23-2014, 06:00 PM

I posted the pics for you and others....

Good luck

dorado123 · 06-23-2014, 06:32 PM

Good choice I have outback and love it
I also have Cobra fish and dive and Malibu X13 but ever since got outback,I rarely touch them

Outback give me stable and speed, best kayak for me so far

SLYACKER · 06-23-2014, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by bosshoss

I posted the pics for you and others....

Good luck

Thanks for all the help man see you out there soon!

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06-23-2014, 05:48 PM	#1
SLYACKER Senior Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Corona, ca Posts: 100	Awsome! Looks like i will be installing the hatch asap! Sent using Tapatalk

06-23-2014, 06:00 PM	#4
bosshoss Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Santee Posts: 197	I posted the pics for you and others.... Good luck

06-23-2014, 06:32 PM	#5
dorado123 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Garden Grove,CA Posts: 211	Good choice I have outback and love it I also have Cobra fish and dive and Malibu X13 but ever since got outback,I rarely touch them Outback give me stable and speed, best kayak for me so far