The little hatch on the transom/swim platform

[stouchton 0]

Hi folks - just a simple question on a 282CR - it has a small hatch/cubby/recess on starboard side of the swim platform area that is about big enough for a short coiled line.  Is this what it is for??  

Also - is there a particular reason this hatch/cubby/recess drains into the bilge instead of simply overboard?

 

[Rip5 0]

No idea what it was intended for. Too small for a ladder, if you did not have an extended swim platform. We installed a

pedestal mount there for a grill. It fit nicely under there. Use it for what works best for you, lines, tow rope, etc.

[stouchton 0]

Hi Rip5 - thanks for the reply - it would be perfect for a pedestal mount!