Front Window Leak

[Jonathan Costello]

I have found a small leak on the port side of the front window/port of my 23.5. I noticed that there is a black caulk of some sort around the window. My thoughts are to dig it out in the vicinity of the leak and re caulk. What should I use to re caulk? 3M makes 5200 in black. Has anyone else had a similar problem? If so How did you solve the leaking window problem. ThanksJonathan CostelloHeeling Powers

 

[Paul Akers]

Not 5200...

...unless you want to make it permanent. If it leaks again, you will have a heck of a time removing the old stuff.LifeCaulk comes in black. I'm sure other will have their own recommendations, also.

 

[Jim A]

Agree Not 5200

4200 or boat life

 

[Pat]

What Hunter sent

When I replaced a fixed port, Hunter Parts Department sold me Dow Corning RTV Sealant, #739. Looks just the original black sealer and worked great. It is probably available at your local H/D. Remember to use masking tape on surrounding surfaces because it can cause a mess on other surfaces before it cures. Good luck.

 

[crazy dave]

Par your are right on. no acetone on window

deeeeqwr

 

[ross]

Captain Tolley's Creeping Crack Cure

is great for small leaks. Worth trying before tearing out the whole port.

 

[Kirk Dornfeld]

Dow 795

Hunter directed me to purchase Dow 795 as we replaced a window last week. I checked Dows website and found a local dealer. Hunter says it's the best-thins out and smooths down with rubbing alcohol. Don't recommend 3M. Kirk

 

[Ralph Acampora]

No, Dow Industrial Average 20000!

NM

 

[Jonathan Costello]

Thanks!

Thanks for all the input I'll look for the dow products.