[Rhodes22-list] Newbie here

[Todd Tavares]

Peter,

The forward facing ports should be an off the shelf part available from any
marine store or online; Lewmar, Beckson, Bomar, etc. 4" x 14" if I remember
correctly. If you had a picture of the port and/or latch you could narrow
it down.

Some owners have replaced these open8ng ports with fixed, flush mount
portlights; a reasonably easy job. The opening ports tend to collect water
because they were not designed to be mounted on such a steep incline. Then
any dirt or debris that gets on the gasket surface can cause them to leak.
This is an easy fix or replacement and should not be a determining factor
if buying the boat.

Post a picture if you have one. I may have something in my parts bin.

Todd Tavares


On Sun, Jan 29, 2023, 10:26 AM peter beckerman via Rhodes22-list <
rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote:

> Hello All,    I'm new to Rhodes22.org and wanted to introduce myself and
> ask a couple of questions.   First off:  Hello.  I'm Peter Beckerman, a
> somewhat novice sailor and wannabe Rhodes 22 owner.  I have been looking at
> boats and saw one yesterday that I'm thinking about.  One problem with the
> boat is that one of the opening port lights has a broken latch.  It  took a
> hit (maybe when stowing the table top?) and the plastic that holds the
> screw sheered so that one half of the port cannot be screwed down and it
> leaks.  I don't see a replacement port light listed in the General Boats
> parts list, and was wondering if anyone knows where to go for a replacement
> and about what that might cost?  Also, is there an option for windows
> mounted flush to the outside?  Just looking at the design it seems like,
> since these windows are mounted at an angle, water would collect by the
> window seals and drip inside when the ports are opened.  Perhaps this isn't
> a problem in practice, but it looks like it would be.   Also the trailer
> does not have a spare tire which I'd like to get.  Are these a standard
> trailer tire?  (I know nothing about trailers)  Is it easy enough to get a
> used rim?  Anyone have a source for spare wheel?   Lastly I spoke with one
> seller who has a Rhodes with no trailer. Anyone have a decent trailer they
> are looking to sell?
> Thanks
>       Peter
>