Port window leak

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novotnyp

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Sep 24, 2012
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Hunter 26 pa
Anyone have the best solution for sealing a leaking window that has slightly moved away from the hull? Have used a liquid crack filler/sealer but may need something more like a caulking sealer. Appreciate any help.
John
 
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KD3PC

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Sep 25, 2008
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boatless rainbow Callao, VA
the best solution is to remove and repair the window using the proper sealant. I would try and determine why it has moved away from the hull?

Any added sealer is only going to have to be removed to do the job correctly and if the added sealer is silicone, you will likely have to chemically remove it and it's residue to use the proper stuff and expect it to work correctly.

My Hunter used the Dow 795, I am not familiar with what the 26 used from the factory.
 
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Steve Dion

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Dec 2, 1999
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Hunter Vision-36 Rio Vista, CA.
I had the same issue with my HV36. I cleaned out all of the caulking around the port light. Then I cleaned it to the best of my ability.

Once I felt that it was properly prepared I masked off the area and used DOW795 to reseal the light. Once the caulk skinned over you can remove the masking tape. Be sure to NOT remove the masking too soon, 795 can be a nasty thing to clean up.
 
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