I have a 1985 Hunter 31 and need to replace the outside trim on the larger rectangular window on my starboard side. Does anyone know where I might find this replacement part?
Replacement Window Trim
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There are a couple of options that I may suggest.
Bomon in Canada (http://www.bomon.com/)
Mark Plastics in Corona, Ca. (http://sailmagazine.com/sail-buyers-guide/mark_plastics_go_marine_windows/)
Bomon in Canada (http://www.bomon.com/)
Mark Plastics in Corona, Ca. (http://sailmagazine.com/sail-buyers-guide/mark_plastics_go_marine_windows/)
Do you mean the frame of the window or the ribber "weatherstripping"? I posted an article in the modifications section on removing and refurbing the fixed ports on my H34 which has similar windows altho mine were aluminum frames
Make your own out of some Starboard which is what I ended up doing. I used the old broken ones to make a plywood template, cut the outside and inside form on the table saw then routed out the step for the thickness of the window. I can post pics if you wish
The aluminum framed windows are NOT similar to the ones in the later boats. The replacement windows from boat of the companies that I mentioned are like the early alum frames.
The existing trim is a vinyl that is just screwed in place to cover the "crappy" job that Hunter did on making the fixed ports for the later boats. It is just a cosmetic issue and does not prevent leaks.
The existing trim is a vinyl that is just screwed in place to cover the "crappy" job that Hunter did on making the fixed ports for the later boats. It is just a cosmetic issue and does not prevent leaks.
TR-6 I would like to see pictures of your frames and how you made them .. The ones on my boat actually hold the window plexi against the butyl tape that seals the system.. Mine are getting really brittle .. I talked to the Bomon guys and they can make newframed windows that will fit into the later holes but they are very expensive..
Definitely the "ribber", or weatherstripping, which appears to be plastic. When I visit my boat this weekend, I'll take some pictures.
Thanks.
Replacment o-rings for hinged hatches.
While we're on the subject of windows, does anyone know where I may find replacement gaskets/o-rings for my front, hinged hatch? I seemed to have developed a leak and would like to just purchase new ones.
While we're on the subject of windows, does anyone know where I may find replacement gaskets/o-rings for my front, hinged hatch? I seemed to have developed a leak and would like to just purchase new ones.
Don't remember exactly, Steve.. it was on the order of $230 per window.. enough to make me not want to do that.. That quote was to custom build new windows and frames to replace the plastic framed ones on my '85 model .. The windows for the older aluminum framed ones were more reasonable; they are kinda "stock" items there.. I have done a LOT of searching for a suitable cross-sectioned extrusion of plastic or aluminum and haven't found the part yet ! The original extrusion was sized to hold the glass with a little force against the 1/8" butyl tape sealant that was pressed around the opening.
Sailing Bum !! Is that your boat just across the slipwayand down toward the bayou?? I am in 241 .. Nice place..
Sailing Bum !! Is that your boat just across the slipwayand down toward the bayou?? I am in 241 .. Nice place..
Kloudie: That does not seem too bad for a custom alum extrusion with new glass/acrylic. I have to agree that if you need 4 of them it gets a little expensive.
Mark Plastics in Ca. also makes them too, but they are all vinyl & acrylic. They may be a little less.
Regardless of what one does, other than a direct replacment of the acrylic it is probably going to probably going to require a slight modification. The pointed ends of the units are probably curved (no pointy ends).
If I still had my H31 I would probably go with the Bomon units.
Mark Plastics in Ca. also makes them too, but they are all vinyl & acrylic. They may be a little less.
Regardless of what one does, other than a direct replacment of the acrylic it is probably going to probably going to require a slight modification. The pointed ends of the units are probably curved (no pointy ends).
If I still had my H31 I would probably go with the Bomon units.
Sailingbum:
Try lubricating the gasket with some McLube. Be sure to spray it all around the gasket. You want to be sure that you clean it before you apply the lubricant.
I think you can also purchase some gasket lube or silicone.
Try lubricating the gasket with some McLube. Be sure to spray it all around the gasket. You want to be sure that you clean it before you apply the lubricant.
I think you can also purchase some gasket lube or silicone.
Steve, I agree.. the Bomon units are really nice looking .. I am going to go with a slightly thicker glass than original and may end up milling the keepers out of Starboard or something lke that (Plasteak?), as TR-6 did his. I think the 31's had exactly the same trim as the 34's and 40's from that era.. Lots of folks simply bevel the edges of the glass and screw the glass over the opening.. Doesn't look too bad if the edges are polished and very straight..
Kloudie:
You really do NOT want to screw the acrylic to the fiberglass. Read the attached quote from the "Plastic Master - Tony" from select plastics.
http://www.selectplastics.com/index.php/component/option,com_idoblog/tagid,11/task,viewtag/
"Due to its ductility Polycarbonate it is more challenging to install. I have seen Sika Flex 295UV with primer and Dow 795 both mentioned. I use and recommend both. Dont go over 4 ft continuous length with a fixed portlight. Remember the coefficiant of thermal expansion for Acrylic and Polycarbonate is in the neiborhood of .000039 per inch per degree F. That means an 8ft plastic port will expand and contract up to 1/2 of an inch from the coldest day in Feb to the hottest day in summer. WOW!! Compartmentalize the job. It will be easier to install and less prone to leaks.
Never ever bolt a plastic portlight in place. Screws are fine to hold a lens till the adhesive cures. Take them out asap and fill the holes with the afformentioned products. Both of these products are rated at 700 + percent elongation before tear. Strong flexible and UV resistant. Kinda like me!
Been to a boat show lately? Seen any screws? Glass is good so long as your boat does not twist or torque. Show me a fiberglass boat that does not twist and I will show you a cocktail barge tied to the dock.
Tony"
Our Hunter Vision has very large acrylic windows that have NO mechanical fasteners.
You really do NOT want to screw the acrylic to the fiberglass. Read the attached quote from the "Plastic Master - Tony" from select plastics.
http://www.selectplastics.com/index.php/component/option,com_idoblog/tagid,11/task,viewtag/
"Due to its ductility Polycarbonate it is more challenging to install. I have seen Sika Flex 295UV with primer and Dow 795 both mentioned. I use and recommend both. Dont go over 4 ft continuous length with a fixed portlight. Remember the coefficiant of thermal expansion for Acrylic and Polycarbonate is in the neiborhood of .000039 per inch per degree F. That means an 8ft plastic port will expand and contract up to 1/2 of an inch from the coldest day in Feb to the hottest day in summer. WOW!! Compartmentalize the job. It will be easier to install and less prone to leaks.
Never ever bolt a plastic portlight in place. Screws are fine to hold a lens till the adhesive cures. Take them out asap and fill the holes with the afformentioned products. Both of these products are rated at 700 + percent elongation before tear. Strong flexible and UV resistant. Kinda like me!
Been to a boat show lately? Seen any screws? Glass is good so long as your boat does not twist or torque. Show me a fiberglass boat that does not twist and I will show you a cocktail barge tied to the dock.
Tony"
Our Hunter Vision has very large acrylic windows that have NO mechanical fasteners.
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Yep...that's me! It is a nice place. I'll stop by and say "hello" some time. We should be there this weekend.
But all the successful installations on new and most older boats have NO fasteners. That is because there is no need for them and it will only cause problems in the long run.
It is your boat, but the experts really do know.
As far as replacement gaskets, you should be able to get them from Bomar/Gray (Pompanette.com)
It is your boat, but the experts really do know.
As far as replacement gaskets, you should be able to get them from Bomar/Gray (Pompanette.com)
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