Glad to share what I am doing.
I finally made one of the several hatches I will need. This one is 14 x 18 inches, and although it is OK, the next one will be 14 x 20 inches. I used a Ø1” closet rod that I had, and it works well. Also, I will space the two supports further apart, perhaps 3 inches instead of just 1-1/2 for better stability. As they are they hold the hatch fine, but when raising it and lowering, it vibrates somewhat, and I hope further apart spacing will help.
The pictures should show what I did, but if you have any questions, p-lease let me know – I also have drawings.
The hatch lowered, in place.
The hatch raised and turned or swung.
Birds-eye view.
Underneath – hatch lowered.
Support detail.
Support with hatch raised.
Will have more pictures tomorrow.
Thx for looking.
Alex
