Hunter 30 ('77) Ports and Side Window

[Texas Mitch]

Ahoy Fellow Hunter 30 Captains;
I'm up to my neck updating a '77 Hunter 30, which among other things needs new ports. I'm replacing all five (5) "opening" ports in the cabin with 512 Beckson ports - which install easily and look great. However, I can not find any information on the fixed side windows which are approximately 7" x 36" (have one angled (slated) end). Does anyone know where to get these replacements? In lieu of replacing, it would help if someone knows how the outside trim is removed without breaking. I could possibly fix a small leak without replacing the whole window. Has anyone had experience with trim removal?
Thanks in advance for any inputs or suggestions.
Mitch
Wind Dancer

 

[Don Crowther]

Mitch

Are the fixed port frames made of plastic or metal? If they are plastic you may have a problem removing them. The po may have used something like 3m 5200 to seal them in place. You could try using a putty knife to pry between the frame and cabin. If you do get it between try working your way around the entire port before you pry. Have you tried doing a search for port removals under owner mods? I seem to remember someone building a new frame out of pvc.

 

[BStevenson]

I replaced my ports with the 5x12 Newfound TriMatrix, several posts in the archives from various users that have done this. For the fixed windows, I ordered custom made from Bomon, in Canada. They are Aluminum frames and easy to install, gasketed, with no sealant required. The price was only slightly more than what was reported for replacements from Marks Plastics.

http://bomon.com/fixed.htm

 

[Texas Mitch]

Hi Don; Yeah, the fixed port frames are plastic, and very old plastic as well. Looks like I'll have to save up and order entire replacements.
Thanks,
Mitch

Mitch

Are the fixed port frames made of plastic or metal? If they are plastic you may have a problem removing them. The po may have used something like 3m 5200 to seal them in place. You could try using a putty knife to pry between the frame and cabin. If you do get it between try working your way around the entire port before you pry. Have you tried doing a search for port removals under owner mods? I seem to remember someone building a new frame out of pvc.

 

[Texas Mitch]

I appreciate the information and the link. It looks like I'll be going with Bomon as soon as funds are available.
Thanks,
Mitch

I replaced my ports with the 5x12 Newfound TriMatrix, several posts in the archives from various users that have done this. For the fixed windows, I ordered custom made from Bomon, in Canada. They are Aluminum frames and easy to install, gasketed, with no sealant required. The price was only slightly more than what was reported for replacements from Marks Plastics.

http://bomon.com/fixed.htm