Hatch Actuator Maintenance

[PSNI]

Happy spring y'all.

I opened up the boat this past weekend and everything is running smoothly.

However, I noticed my hatch actuator ran more slowly and was noisier that usual. I don't suspect weak batteries because they are relatively new and fully charged. This occurred when opening and closing the hatch.

I can't find any info on regular maintenance required on the actuator. Do they require lubrication?

Thank you.

 

[Stee6043]

Put a little motor oil on a rag and give it a rub down (in the extended position). You'll be shocked at the improvement. I do this twice a year, typically.

Do both your engine hatch and also your front windshield vent...

 

[PSNI]

Awesome. I'll give that a try. Thanks.

 

[Highliner]

Mine have a grease fitting on the gearbox. Due to its location one is impossible to get a grease gun on without a 90 degree fitting or by disconnecting and tilting forward.

I give them a couple shots once a year.

 

[mratlndmrk]

Happy spring y'all.

I opened up the boat this past weekend and everything is running smoothly.

However, I noticed my hatch actuator ran more slowly and was noisier that usual. I don't suspect weak batteries because they are relatively new and fully charged. This occurred when opening and closing the hatch.

I can't find any info on regular maintenance required on the actuator. Do they require lubrication?

Thank you.

I do the same but with silicone spray.

 

[PSNI]

Using some oil seems to have improved opening the hatch. When closing, I noticed the shaft shift slightly forward and the motor struggling a bit because of the lateral tension on the shaft. I discovered the nut on the base wasn’t tight so I tightened several turns. That appears to have solved the issue.