You can see some of Silvério's hatch pics here: http://www.blueheronkayaks.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=542&highlight=

The guy does some amazing work. His second build was an Outer Island, which he just finished. He's posted a very detailed photo journal of the build here: http://www.blueheronkayaks.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=663&highlight=

Ross

: Here is a shot of the hold down system. I won;t take credit for it though.
: Came of another web site by a builder in Portugal I think. The pieces on
: the sides of the maple "lock" are plywood that serve to stiffen
: the top and act as guides for the dowel. Between the dowel and under the
: cover I will add a small nut so all I have to do is lift up to remove it.