Beneteau 41 Acrylic Window Scratch Removal

[Captain Ag]

I have a number of hairline scratches on my windows. Probably from the wrong abrasive cleaner and brush. I have used Novus 1-2-3 (#3 is for heavy scratches) with limited luck. I'm about to go to the 2000, 1200 grit sand paper then back to Novus.

Can anyone provide a good guide to doing this right? Equipment, cloth, process.

 

[Jackdaw]

You're talking about the NEW 41, right??

OK, probably too new for UV damage, so I agree you must have used the wrong stuff to clean them. I bookmarked this page for when I need it in the future. Maybe it can help you know.

http://www.mysailing.com.au/news/how-to-fix-crazed-acrylic

 

[Captain Ag]

In addition to my original posted question, are the B41 windows acrylic or polycarbonate?

 

[Compromise]

In addition to my original posted question, are the B41 windows acrylic or polycarbonate?

Dennis, is that you?

 

[Captain Ag]

Bryan Austin. Austintatious. Waterford Harbor.

 

[Captain Ag]

As I continue to search further on restoring acrylic, I found Micro-Surfaces. They manufacture a micro-mesh cushioned abrasive sandpaper. They have very thorough instructions and tips to restore acrylic back to original optical quality.

http://micro-surface.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=6_146. This link should take you to their marine page.

http://youtu.be/WnQDNS0nKH0 This YouTube link is a 15min detailed video of the restoration process.

I'm ordering the light damage repair kit and will let you know how it turns out.

 

[Compromise]

A pleasure to make your acquaintance. Ron Anderson, Compromise, Watergate. Looking forward to hearing the results. Missed you on the Harvest Moon. Only two 41s showed up.