portlights

I recently acquired my first boat (Express 35 Goman/Killing 1987) and have been spending lots of time getting acquainted. I noticed there is some cracking around the inside of the port side aft fixed portlight. See photo. The crack doesn't leak (as far as I can tell). How concerned should I be...

I am in the process of refitting my '83 Ericson 30+ because of water damage to the cabin side-walls. I pulled the portlights to be able to repair/replace the wood. One of the portlights is damaged and might need to be replaced with a custom piece (it is a non-standard size). One repair...

Has anyone used clear, impact-resistant resin to cast their own replacement portlights? Really bummed at how easily I broke one on my Beneteau 361 (very light point loading). Naturally I'm concerned about safety and durability in all conditions, especially off shore. I'm reluctant to take a risk...

Hello. I purchased a 1985 33' Newport late last year. She's in great shape but I'd like to make some improvements. One is to replace one of the fixed portlights in the salon with a portlight that can be opened. I want to do this on both the starboard and port sides. Does anyone have any...