Bruce:
I replaced my ports approx. 7 years ago.....the old ones were help in
place by Plexus.....I used a Dremmel with a fine bit to remove the
Plexus.....it had to be removed otherwise the new ports would not 'seat
properly' and flush with the side cabin top(s). I did not want the new
ports protruding out beyond the side of the cabin.
If a pro is doing it, I'd have the pro do it so it will looklike a pro
did the job.
Rob Abbott
AZURA
C&C 32- 84
Halifax, N.S.
On 2017-05-16 12:35 PM, Bruce Whitmore via CnC-List wrote:
Hello all,
I am looking to your collective wisdom on the fixed port replacement
on our 1994 C&C 37/40+. I am aware of the recommendations regarding
VHB and Dow 795.
Due to time constraints, I am having a highly recommended pro do the
work, and he removed one of the ports today. He asked a reasonable
question, since the plexiglass peeled off without pulling any of the
Plexus off the gelcoat. When he tried to pull a bit of the Plexus
off, as many of you have commented, it also pulled some of the
gelcoat. The Plexus also quite hard.
So, if the Plexus is so well adhered, and it will be very stubborn to
come off the gelcoat (and do damage in the process), Should I just
leave the Plexus in place and allow the VHB to attach to it?
I understand the thickness of the VHB might make the window stand out
a little proud from the fiberglass by comparison, but I'm not sure
that's a bad tradeoff compared to trying to remove something that
might serve as a good substrate anyway.
Thoughts?
Your input is greatly appreciated!
Bruce Whitmore
(847) 404-5092 (mobile)
bwhitm...@sbcglobal.net
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