We have a 1987 Hunter 31 and need to replace the long tinted side window. Where can I purchase a replacement?
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I have replaced my windows and had them fabricated at TAPCO for for around 30 dollars. When you bed the new windows be sure to leave enough compound in the joint so it will cure and create a seal. I used BoatLife Polysulfide to bed the windows. You will want to mask the area to minimize clean up
I have replaced my windows and had them fabricated at TAPCO for for around 30 dollars. When you bed the new windows be sure to leave enough compound in the joint so it will cure and create a seal. I used BoatLife Polysulfide to bed the windows. You will want to mask the area to minimize clean up
If you take the old one out carefully,
you can use it for a pattern to cut a new one with a router and an edge trimming bit. It makes a lot of messy plastic cuttings so be prepared. I like polycarbonate tinted like the other ports. Check your yellow pages for plastic sheet. Use the Dow 795 for bedding - nothing else. You may have to call a few suppliers to find it but it is worth the effort. I speak from experience on that topic having tried several other "marine" sealants which all failed in some way.
you can use it for a pattern to cut a new one with a router and an edge trimming bit. It makes a lot of messy plastic cuttings so be prepared. I like polycarbonate tinted like the other ports. Check your yellow pages for plastic sheet. Use the Dow 795 for bedding - nothing else. You may have to call a few suppliers to find it but it is worth the effort. I speak from experience on that topic having tried several other "marine" sealants which all failed in some way.
sites for plastics
Go plasticsusa.com for over a hundred suppliers, some (maybe) in your area. Patrick, thanks for the heads up on Dow 795, I will use it next time. Take care, Joe
Go plasticsusa.com for over a hundred suppliers, some (maybe) in your area. Patrick, thanks for the heads up on Dow 795, I will use it next time. Take care, Joe
Mark Plastics.
Jerry: The replacment windows from Mark Plastics are complete with frames. They are not cheap, but are actually better quality than the originals. Considering that they have lasted for 15 years, the new ones may out live us!
Jerry: The replacment windows from Mark Plastics are complete with frames. They are not cheap, but are actually better quality than the originals. Considering that they have lasted for 15 years, the new ones may out live us!
Plastic Windows
I recently left a message concerning these windows on this post. Mark Plastics in California sells them for $200.00 each including freight. Guy
I recently left a message concerning these windows on this post. Mark Plastics in California sells them for $200.00 each including freight. Guy
Made my own
Used 3/8 lexon from local plastic store, no frame on outside and new wood molding on inside. Cost me $50.00 for materials
Used 3/8 lexon from local plastic store, no frame on outside and new wood molding on inside. Cost me $50.00 for materials
Lexan is made by GE
You can buy sheets of it direct from GE. I bought a sheet for about $150 and was able to make four windows for my H34. ~ Happy sails to you ~ _/) ~
You can buy sheets of it direct from GE. I bought a sheet for about $150 and was able to make four windows for my H34. ~ Happy sails to you ~ _/) ~
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