Rob, Agreed. When thinking about the tape I did a quick Internet search and came up with many versions of the VHB tape.
I use a software package (OmniFocus) for project planning and under the “Fixed Ports Repair” list of actions is a new one to investigate the types of adhesive in more detail. With a completion date a good ways in the future I’m afraid... Best, Dave Godwin 1982 C&C 37 - Ronin Reedville - Chesapeake Bay Ronin’s Overdue Refit <http://roninrebuild.blogspot.com/> > On Nov 10, 2015, at 9:33 AM, robert <robertabb...@eastlink.ca> wrote: > > Dave: > > I am no VHB expert.....have never used the stuff. I understand there are > many different versions, at least that what I get from the website below. > > http://multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/67100O/3mtm-vhb-tapes.pdf > <http://multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/67100O/3mtm-vhb-tapes.pdf> > > Point being, make sure you get the right tape for the job you intend to use > it. > > Rob Abbott > AZURA > C&C 32 - 84 > Halifax, N.S. > > On 2015-11-09 8:40 PM, Dave Godwin via CnC-List wrote: >> More response to this thread; I’ve been working on the fixed ports on my >> boat over the last few days and and paying close attention. After absorbing >> a good bit of the info in the thread and the links provided, I’m planning on >> moving away from using Plexus ("if it was good enough for my grandfather >> it’s good enough for me!”) and using the 3M tape. Seems the more modern >> ticket to me. >> >> I’m anticipating the operation to be a good bit easy than using Plexus, >> certainly if it is just one person doing the job. >> >> Cheers, >> Dave Godwin >> 1982 C&C 37 - Ronin >> Reedville - Chesapeake Bay >> Ronin’s Overdue Refit <http://roninrebuild.blogspot.com/> >> >> >>> On Nov 9, 2015, at 11:56 AM, Dennis C. via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com >>> <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: >>> >>> Was afraid of that. The only ports close to the new C&C ports I've done >>> were on a Beneteau. Don't remember how hard the adhesive was. >>> >>> Dennis C. >>> >>> On Mon, Nov 9, 2015 at 10:45 AM, Gary Russell via CnC-List < >>> <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>cnc-list@cnc-list.com >>> <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: >>> Hi Dennis, >>> I'm quite sure those blades would work well for soft calk like >>> silicones or urethanes, but Plexus is hard as a rock and I don't think they >>> would work. In addition, the big problem is getting at the bottom window >>> joint that is very close to the turn on the deck. >>> >>> Gary >>> S/V High Maintenance (formerly Expresso) >>> 1990 C&C 37 Plus >>> East Greenwich, RI, USA >>> >>> >>> ~~~~~~~_/)~~~~~~ >>> >>> >>> On Mon, Nov 9, 2015 at 11:25 AM, Dennis C. via CnC-List >>> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: >>> Not quite the same thing but lately I've been removing ports that were held >>> in with sealant by using a vibrating saw with a caulk cutting blade. Like >>> these: >>> >>> http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-OSC214C-4-Inch-Caulk-Knife/dp/B004UBF43S >>> <http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-OSC214C-4-Inch-Caulk-Knife/dp/B004UBF43S> >>> >>> http://multifitblades.com/straight-sealant-cutter.html >>> <http://multifitblades.com/straight-sealant-cutter.html> >>> >>> Not sure how they would work on Plexus or Sika adhesives. >>> >>> Dennis C. >>> Touche' 35-1 #83 >>> Mandeville, LA >>> >>> On Mon, Nov 9, 2015 at 9:30 AM, mike amirault via CnC-List < >>> <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>cnc-list@cnc-list.com >>> <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: >>> "Wow! You guys are lucky! My Windows came out in pieces with significant >>> gel coat damage." >>> Well, Gary, you are "High Maintenance" ;) >>> Mike Amirault >>> Lovely Cruise C&C33MKii >>> SMSC >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Email address: >>> CnC-List@cnc-list.com <mailto:CnC-List@cnc-list.com> >>> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the >>> bottom of page at: >>> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >>> <http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Email address: >>> CnC-List@cnc-list.com <mailto:CnC-List@cnc-list.com> >>> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the >>> bottom of page at: >>> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >>> <http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Email address: >>> CnC-List@cnc-list.com <mailto:CnC-List@cnc-list.com> >>> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the >>> bottom of page at: >>> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >>> <http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com> >>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Email address: >>> CnC-List@cnc-list.com <mailto:CnC-List@cnc-list.com> >>> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the >>> bottom of page at: >>> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >>> <http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com> >>> >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Email address: >> CnC-List@cnc-list.com <mailto:CnC-List@cnc-list.com> >> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom >> of page at: >> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >> <http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com> >> >
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