Anchor locker latch fv270

diggin2day1

Having trouble trying to figure out what the piece that I need is called: The anchor locker latch/lock on the bow that you turn to lock the hatch down.... I need the rubber "lug?" that the latch/lock grabs on to. Does anyone know where I can get a new one or even what it is called?!?! I know, I know... A picture is worth a thousand words!!! Lol

chamberb

I can't either... Maybe call Great Lakes Skipper and describe it to them? 

diggin2day1

I searched GLS.com yesterday, but maybe I'll try giving them a call.... It's just a round rubber nub, but don't know what the heck to search for!!

chamberb

LOL me either, it's the same nub on my 260, I should've taken a picture of it yesterday for you...

diggin2day1

Okay, here is a picture of the "rubber lug" that I was talking about: 

diggin2day1

Here is my solution: Went to the local hardware store and bought a 1" diameter rubber stopper. Using my drill press and a small forstner drill bit(just big enough for washer to fit), I drilled approx halfway through the center. Then drilled completely through with a 1/8" drill bit. That's pretty much it... I'll be back at the boat tomorrow to install it. 

reneechris14

Nice good info

chamberb

Great solution!! I love to see creative ideas. Nice price too!

diggin2day1

Can't beat a $.99 marine part!!!

diggin2day1

Just installed the rubber nub... Works perfectly!!

chamberb

Excellent!!!