Realized we could go ahead and install the hatch at the rear of the kayak before taking a break for the week. The hatch spacer is used as a template to cut the hatch opening. Tracing around the inside of the spacer you have a line to follow. Some will use power tools for this cut, I opted to use the Japanese Bonsai saw. The saw was easy to handle, looking more like a steak knife than a saw. It leaves super thin kerf which equals a beautiful cut.
Below, the opening has been cut out. You can now see the temporary former at the back. Now we can remove the temporary form and glue in the hatch sill, spacer, and rim. These 3 pieces will come together to form a strong platform for the hatch cover to sit on, forming a water tight seal for the back compartment.
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