I'm getting ready to do the windows project and have read the prior threads about it (plus the helpful Boatworks youtube video).
When others did this project, on Landfall 38 or similar sized C&C's, did you use 3/8" thickness or 1/4" on the new windows? My existing windows are 3/8", thrubolted with black sealant. The sealant squeezed out to the edges due to the thrubolting, so the windows are very much flush with the inner fiberglass. I'm wondering when I switch to VHB, will the tape thickness (0.045 in / 1.1mm) cause the windows to protrude noticeably? Paul on SV Johanna Rose (LF38) says on his blog that he used 1/4" thickness (Lexan/polycarbonate, which I am not doing). Another thought is if others used 1/4" acrylic, will I be able to flex 3/8" acrylic enough to fit the contour of the hull? 3/8" is pretty stiff. I've read about the different methods people used to hold the windows in place until the VHB cures and am thinking of using the weighted plank method (place wood boards at an angle to the exterior and put weights on them to apply pressure) plus just manually holding in place for the first 10-15 min. -Patrick 1984 C&C LF38 Seattle, WA
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