Bruce,
There is no way of removing the acrylic without damaging the gel coat,
so lets get that out of the way, up front. I used a router, and others
have used sharpened putty knifes. None work very well. I've talked with
the people at Plexus and they have no suggestions, either. I used a
slightly darker tint of Plexiglas, and it completely hides the gel coat
damage. Even from a few inches away, you cannot see the damage. I also
like the looks of the darker acrylic. It's had to see in but no problem to
see out.
I did all the windows on Kaylarah two years ago, and installed them
with VHB tape. I am extremely happy with the results. I have no leaks.
Also the VHB tape is very easy to install, while the Plexus requires all
sorts of fixtures to hold the window in place while the Plexus sets up. I
have posted pictures many times. If you haven't seem, I can post them
again.
Gary
S/V Kaylarah
'90 C&C 37+
East Greenwich, RI, USA
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On Sat, Nov 18, 2017 at 9:16 AM, Bruce Whitmore via CnC-List <
cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
> Hello all,
>
> I am going to replace the plexiglass on my companionway. The sliding part
> is easy. However, for the fixed portion forward of slider, it is stuck
> down to fiberglass. I am guessing that it was originally installed with
> Plexus like the fixed ports on the side were done.
>
> Can anyone confirm that?
>
> As for removing the plexi, should I simply tap a few putty knives in
> between the plexi and the fiberglass to pop it loose, or do you have a
> better idea?
>
> Then seal with VHB tape, correct? This area seems to be about 1 1/2" wide
> by comparison to the fixed ports.
>
> Thanks for the insights!
>
> Bruce Whitmore
>
> (847) 404-5092 (mobile)
> bwhitm...@sbcglobal.net
>
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