As I remarked - there is much debate on the best adhesives to use. I would not rule out 5200 as you want a permanent installation. 5200 offers, good adhesion and excellent water seal. However, there is much advice to use a rigid glue so that the windows become part of the structure of the boat. In my view either would be good for coastal cruising - though a rigid installation is probably the better but more difficult choice. Just my opinion. I used boat life boat seal and never had a problem with it. Use a gun though and a liberal application. Jerry Tauber
-----Original Message----- From: Andrew Burton <a.burton.sai...@gmail.com> To: cnc-list <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Sent: Fri, Sep 6, 2013 5:28 pm Subject: Re: Stus-List Salon Portlight Window Replacement >From what I've gleaned on this and other forums, you should never use a >silicone adhesive. And 52,000,000 should never be used if you ever want to remove the item in the future. Andy 1981 C&C 40 Peregrine Andrew Burton 61 W Narragansett Newport, RI USA 02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260 On Sep 6, 2013, at 17:22, Jerome Tauber <jrtau...@aol.com> wrote: > I replaced the windows on my C&C 29 -2 which are similar. Much has been written on this topic, especially the choice of sealants (soft or rigid polyurethanes). It is a manageable job. We used a technique running two lines (genoa sheets) across the roof through both genoa tracks and using the winches to apply pressure to wooden planks on the windows. The old glue must be carefully and thoroughly removed. Some people claim the windows add structural support and insist on a rigid installation using > Polyurethane glues (sikaflex) while others believe a silicon adhesive > sealant such as 3M 5200 or boat life boat seal allow flex and better water sealing. I had the windows custom made and laser cut for a reasonable price. Since one edge is beveled the windows are not interchangeable. The bottom line is the 40 is a great classic and I would not let replacing the cabin windows be a deal breaker. Indeed it will enhance the boat. Jerome Tauber. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Sep 6, 2013, at 4:52 PM, Tom Lynch <thomasmly...@gmail.com> wrote: > >> I'm considering the purchase of a 1981 C&C 40. One of the salon portlight windows is cracked and needs to be replaced. I'm wondering if anyone has completed this type of repair and what the level of effort is for a DIY project and / or what the costs involved to have the windows replaced? >> >> The owner is selling the boat as is and I'm trying to get a handle on the value considering the items that need to be fixed and or replaced. >> >> Any thoughts will be much appreciated. >> >> Thanks. >> Tom L - Potential C&C owner. >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album >> http://www.cncphotoalbum.com >> CnC-List@cnc-list.com > > _______________________________________________ > This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album > http://www.cncphotoalbum.com > CnC-List@cnc-list.com _______________________________________________ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncphotoalbum.com CnC-List@cnc-list.com
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