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A Better Looking Hatch

by Jerry Allgire

Apr 18, 2023
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I’ve owned my 2005 Precision 23 for four years now. I like the way it sails. I like the quality of the workmanship and hardware. I especially like the way it looks floating at the dock. However, I’ve never cared for the rough gel coat finish on the inside of the sliding hatch. So this winter I decided to improve the look by installing a beadboard panel to the inside of the hatch.

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