Re: Stus-List Reinstalling plexi windows...again.

[M Bodnar via CnC-List]

I used dark tint on my windows - can't see in for the most part.  But, when the sun was on the right angle I could easily see through the plexi and see where I was not very accurate with spraying the backs of the windows. In my case the fiberglass repair is a blue 2 part epoxy repair that I didn't bother to paint over so it's more visible. Don't think it's worth trying to tape off the inside and spray into the edges I missed - but a little more care on the cut out would have been prudent. If you want to test it spray some plexi then VHB tape  2 pieces together -- when you pull them apart you could gauge if there is any reduction in adhesion with your paint choice vs no tape. Mark CS30 - Prosecco On 2018-03-14 8:17 AM, Gary Russell via CnC-List wrote: I used the darker of the two grey tints and there is no need to paint.  You cannot see the gelcoat damage and I think the darker tint looks classy.  The darker tint has minimal effect looking out from the inside of the boat but makes it very difficult to see in, unless there are lights on in the boat. Gary S/V Kaylarah '90 C&C 37+ East Greenwich, RI, USA ~~~~~~~_/)~~~~~~ On Tue, Mar 13, 2018 at 10:45 PM, Jeremy Ralph via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: I hope it doesn’t undermine the VHB. Here is where I got the idea...  there is another thread somewhere about it too but can’t find it now “If the color of your plastic is not dark enough to hide the grey tape (and sealant), you may want to paint the inside perimeter of the pane. This will also protect the adhesives from potential UV attack, but the bond strength will depend on the paint adhesion. According to some professionals, silicone-based, high-temperature exhaust paint is both compatible and tenacious. The area to be painted is the area exposed when you remove the ring of film.” Don Casey https://www.sailmagazine.com/.amp/diy/replacing-fixed-portlights On Mar 13, 2018, at 10:42 AM, Matthew L. Wolford <wolf...@erie.net> wrote: Won’t that undermine the bond with the 3M tape?   From: Jeremy Ralph via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, March 13, 2018 12:36 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Jeremy Ralph Subject: Stus-List Reinstalling plexi windows...again.   My plan is to paint the acrylic underside with VHT Silicone header spray paint.  Saw this recommended on a forum somewhere .  Anyone try this?  Good or bad idea? From: Chuck Saur <cssau...@gmail.com> To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc:  Bcc:  Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2018 10:00:35 -0400 Subject: Stus-List Reinstalling plexi windows...again. Happy spring??  I recall someone commented on priming and/or painting the smoke-tint plexiglass edge areas,  prior to installing, to hide the the VHB and Dow 795, so all does not show through the smoke plexi against the white cabin side along those edge areas.   I have the window dug out, whew, and cleaned up with Mechanica silicone remover and mineral spirits.  I actually lost only three patches of knuckle skin. I have also sanded the receiving perimeter of the plexi where it will make contact with the tape and/or paint.   I could not find the mention of the painting step in the archive.  Has anyone painted this and have advice?  I purchased a can of Krylon High-bond plastic paint in flat black. It's waiting in the barn...  Thoughts? Chuck Saur ​Morning Sky C&C 35-3 ​   _______________________________________________ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions.  Each and every one is greatly appreciated.  If you want to support the list - use PayPal to send contribution --   https://www.paypal.me/stumurray _______________________________________________ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the list - use PayPal to send contribution -- https://www.paypal.me/stumurray

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