I agree with Edd. The half inch joint is fine. You will love the result. Because the 4991 tape is a compliant acrylic foam (instead of the rigid Plexus), the windows should not crack again, either.
Results, here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwQRSP2fYIFmRzdIM1ZfQ25jTDQ/view?usp=sharing Gary S/V Kaylarah '90 C&C 37+ East Greenwich, RI, USA ~~~~~~~_/)~~~~~~ On Tue, Jun 7, 2016 at 1:52 PM, Alan Liles via CnC-List < [email protected]> wrote: > The time has come to replace my cracked and leaking Windows on my 37+. I > had planned on using 4991 tape and 795 silicone to attach the plexiglass. > The problem is that the width of the glue joint is narrow, as little as 1/2 > inch in some places. Should I make the plexiglass window larger to increase > the joint width? The recess in the cabin side for the window is beveled and > looks like it will accommodate a larger pane. Will I have to bevel the > plexiglass to fit? Has anyone else had this issue? > > Al Liles > SV Elendil > 1994 C&C 37+ > > > _______________________________________________ > > This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you > like what we do, please help us pay for our costs by donating. All > Contributions are greatly appreciated! >
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