smitty 4 Posted January 26, 2017 Share Posted January 26, 2017 I need to replace my main cabin windows & am struggling to find someone to do it. Preferably I'd like the whole job done but I can get replacements made myself & then have them put in by someone who does fiddly marine jobs. Has anyone else replaced windows recently or can make a recommendation? Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Island Time 1,284 Posted January 26, 2017 Share Posted January 26, 2017 Whats the boat and where? I might be interested... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
smitty 4 Posted January 27, 2017 Author Share Posted January 27, 2017 SR26 in Westhaven. Currently has perspex type windows with a zillion bolts through. I'm told if done in perspex again it only really needs bolts in the corners due to the performance of the adhesive being very good now. PM me if you are interested. Cheers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jonathan 4 Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 AB Windows Quote Link to post Share on other sites
B00B00 317 Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 You can get the windows off Keith from acrylic solutions. He's a boat owner too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sudden5869 17 Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 Try Alternative Boat Windows. 021 536 366 They replaced a tempered glass window for me and did a nice job. They might do acrylic. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Addem 120 Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 SR26 in Westhaven. Currently has perspex type windows with a zillion bolts through. I'm told if done in perspex again it only really needs bolts in the corners due to the performance of the adhesive being very good now. PM me if you are interested. Cheers I did windows my self and was told to be careful with bolts only in corners as the stresses there can cause them to crack. Without bolts the whole window is flexible. I didn't use bolts at all in the end and no problems after 3 years. Used a Sika flex product, but can't remember which one. If you use bolts use several to spread the load. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Marshy 30 Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 Yeah we had no bolts in the mercenary windows - given how much that boat flexed before we beefed the window mullions up im surprised they never leaked! But they held strong! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Battleship 100 Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 We did the windows on Rocky 3 years ago no screws haven't even looked like moving still as good now as when they were installed. There was a thread on it somewhere but basically you need to get some really strong tape that goes along the inside edge to hold the window while the mastic sets. (Think the tape they use to hold car spoilers on with) 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,686 Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 sh*t! Someone stole the interior of that boat. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Battleship 100 Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 What do you mean? It even has a settee on each side. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jonathan 4 Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 did you take the cat 3 fixed bucket toilet out for that shot Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Battleship 100 Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 Never raced it in a cat3 race have a nice deluxe bucket on the bigger race boat tho. Furniture isn't fast☺ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Battleship 100 Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 All stuck on the outside roughly 25mm overlap all the way around. The old ones were just stuck on also had a hell of a time removing them had to hammer a scraper in between the window and the frame all the way around. Used simson glazing mastic with a primer, sanded the inside edge prior to bonding. Think it was this one http://bostik.co.nz/userDocuments/simson-70-08-tds.pdf Quote Link to post Share on other sites
180S 20 Posted July 7, 2019 Share Posted July 7, 2019 Thx Lateral how long have you had it in ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
180S 20 Posted July 9, 2019 Share Posted July 9, 2019 Excellent info, 10mm is thicker than I would have expected. Much appreciated Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Y88 Association 8 Posted July 9, 2019 Share Posted July 9, 2019 Y88's all use Mike Pearce. He has been doing a lot of Young 88 windows, no bolts and they look great ... http://www.mikepearce.co.nz/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gisywaterboy 4 Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 Im looking at putting some new acrylic windows in shortly. I am planning on using 1.6mm VHB tape around the inside edge and MS35 to bond it. I have a few questions, Do I need to key the acrylic? should i use black out primer? How much product am I likely to use for two windows 2400x300mm? Cheers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Island Time 1,284 Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 IMO the best solution is to use Quilosa MS35 adhesive from the Glue Guru here in Auckland. No tapes required. Be careful in this heat, its initial grab is strong, will immediately hold the window in place, and it sets really fast. Windows are a 2 person job, make certain you put them on straight! I've done a few boats with it, and no leaks, easy install. No mechanical fasteners required. Oh, and its not expensive, and needs no primers, etchers or anything Quote Link to post Share on other sites
alibaba 80 Posted February 22, 2020 Share Posted February 22, 2020 Glasscorp sell the best adhesive for this - it's a Dow Corning product and I think it Dow Corning 925. I did my Lotus windows with it and no screws necessary. Glasscorp also sell glazing tape, which is magic stuff for making the job easier. You have about12mm overlap with the windows and the frames., put the glazing tape around the inside of the frame and simply press the acrylic onto the tape. Sticks really well. Then you can take your time filling the void with the adhesive - which of course if the messy bit! It's definitely worth masking both the frames and the outside of the acrylic. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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