Porthole Removal and re-seal

[KenK13623]

I have a porthole on a 2000 310 that is leaking so I need to remove and re-seal it. The problem is that there doesn't seem to be any screws that I can see. All the other port holes have screws, which you remove and then pry out the glass or plastic, clean out the old sealant, apply new and then reinstall. This is the third porthole from the bow along the side of the main cabin. The first one is larger somewhat triangular, the second is smaller and square. Both have screws that are sealed over. Then this third one which is not mounted fully flush like the first two. There are no screws that I can see. On the inside of the cabin there is only a trim piece that apparently is sealed/glued in place. I tried to pry that a bit but didn't want to break it as it is plastic.

Hope all of this make sense.

Any ideas ... Other than brute strength and delicate prying !!

Thanks,
Ken

 

[Benny17441]

Asking for ideas? I believe the need to fix the leak is directly related to how bothersome and damaging it may be. I also believe the need to do a proper job is directly related to how big the leak is and the amount of effort required. I would look for the location where the water is coming in and just carefully pry the trim at that location to apply some sealer there. I would not risk breaking a hard to find trim part. Would even consider a temporary solution that would last at least six months as long as the repair was easy to conduct.

 

[KenK13623]

Yep, this exactly what I am trying to avoid, breaking a hard or expensive item to replace. I did think about prying it out and trying to reseal. It is leaking quite a bit. But it is more about damaging things like the settee cushions and wooden items. That being said the leak will only get worse. I prefer a permanent fix and one that will look more like factory. Plus without any screws or bracket holding it in, I am a bit concerned that it pops off one day and in the water it goes.. Realize that's unlikely but stranger things have happened to me ..

I appreciate your reply ... Thanks ...

So if anyone else knows how to work this thing, I am still looking for some help ..