Bruce,
Yes, it is mostly wishful thinking as some of us learned the hard way. Unless
you are sailing in the rain I suggest a tarp while in the slip. Later you can
do the job right and not have to remove any calk or tape.
Frank
On Tuesday, March 28, 2017 2:20 PM, Gary Russell via CnC-List
<[email protected]> wrote:
I'm guessing it's wishful thinking. The windows "work" significantly when the
boat flexes and I doubt the sealant will work for long. My previous owner
tried to smear silicon on the leaks without success. That being said, DOW 795
is much better than the typical silicone and may work better than what the PO
used.
GaryS/V Kaylarah'90 C&C 37+East Greenwich, RI, USA
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On Tue, Mar 28, 2017 at 12:04 PM, Bruce Whitmore via CnC-List
<[email protected]> wrote:
Hello again everyone,
Our C&C 37/40+ has a minor leak or two through the fixed portlights windows. I
have read up on the removal & re-installation process, and many seem to be
recommending the VHB tape and Dow 795 sealer approach (or similar).
I would like to seal the fixed portlights in place without replacing them for
now. While they are showing some crazing, and I intend to eventually replace
them (say in 18 months or so), in the short term I simply want to stop all
leaks so that we can prevent any further staining of the teak.
Does anyone have a recommendation as far as doing this? Should I simply
attempt to carefully mask the fiberglass & plexiglass on the exterior and apply
a bead of Dow 795?
Would it be better to apply a thin layer on the inside?
Or, am I guilty of wishful thinking?
Thanks!
Bruce Whitmore
(847) 404-5092 (mobile)
[email protected]
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