Pulling off the old windows can often be the worst part. Unless they are falling out already, expect some gelcoat to come with it. Repair this properly so the adhesive can grip. Plexus was my choice and the agent rented the gun too. It's not cheap. Stuff at $35 bucks a cartridge and it took 1.7 to do my 27-5s long windows.
Sent from my iPhone On 2013-09-06, at 4:56 PM, Bill Bina <billb...@sbcglobal.net> wrote: > Adhesives are science, not speculation. 3m specifically says 5200 is not > suitable for this application. > > Limitations: > (continued) > - 3M™ Marine Adhesive/Sealant 5200 is not recommended for the installation of > glass, polycarbonate or acrylic windows that are not also mechanically > fastened > with a system designed by the manufacturer. Inconsistent adhesion of these > unprimed substrates, specific design of the window, and movement due to > thermal > expansion and flexing, may cause application failure. It is strongly > recommended > that the customer contact the window/port light/hatch manufacturer for > recommendations on proper sealing procedure > > Bill Bina > > On 9/6/2013 5:37 PM, Jerome Tauber wrote: >> 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 > > _______________________________________________ > This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album > http://www.cncphotoalbum.com > CnC-List@cnc-list.com
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