Dave:
I replaced the 4 side cabin/couch windows approx. 12 years ago...they
are side flush mount to the cabin with no frames....the longer forward
one has a slight curve when properly installed making it a bigger
challenge to install.
When it came to the actual installation, back in 2008 I used Sika 295 UV
and the Sika Primer....not sure if the VHB tape existed then....wish it
had and I used it from what I have read.
But it is Sika...I taped both the inside and outside of the
windows...put Sika on both the frame and the window....made sure all the
surfaces had the adhesive when I placed into position.
The challenge I had was how to hold them in place until the Sika cured
for 2 days...there was a pile of 2" X 4" in the boatyard so I measured
from the window to the toerail and cut 12 pieces, 3 per window so when
the window was put into place, the 2" X 4" were jammed between window
and toerail and I placed a 10 lb stone on each 2" X 4" to hold in place.
12 years later, the windows are intact and no leaks.
If I ever have to done this job again (and I hope I don't) I will be
using the tape and not Sika 295 UV or any other tube adhesive.
Rob Abbott
AZURA
C&C 32-#277
Halifax, N.S.
On 5/18/2020 8:58 PM, Dave S via CnC-List wrote:
Will have to beg for forgiveness here my my searches have not turned up the
references I was seeking on this oft-visited subject.
Specifically - one lister has put a detailed explanation in flush port light
replacement, using vhb tape I think. Could someone forward the link please?
Looking for that link or any other reference. Almost ready to install my
windows.
Am actually tempted to use high tensile silicone. I generally hate the stuff,
but one of my windows had been installed this way by the po - poor job but
quite secure, no leaks and impossible to remove... until severed with a
razor-knife. No gelcoat damage. The other side was original - not so easy...
Thanks in advance, Dave.
33-2 windstar
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