Hi, I want to cut the fore and aft hatches in my strip built Guillemot, but before I take saw to deck I thought I would ask if there is any theory on hatch location that I should understand first.

Obviously, the front hatch must be far enough forward to ensure that it is in the front hull section (bulkhead is not yet in) and that there is room for my feet. Should it be close to the bulkhead or more centered? What about the rear hatch - close to the bulkhead (and cockpit) or keep it back a bit).

Maybe I am being too anal about this but there is a small part of me not quite ready to chop two big holes in the deck. Any suggestions appreciated.

Luciano