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Joltnjoe
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Initially Posted - 12/04/2008 :  23:12:01  Show Profile  Visit Joltnjoe's Homepage
My Port forward window is leaking. I removed it and siliconed around the trim. It is still leaking. Can the rubber frame around the glass be leaking and how to fix it? Just silicone the rubber
The only thing Constant about the Wind is that it is NOT.
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dmpilc
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Response Posted - 12/04/2008 :  23:41:13  Show Profile
CD has a kit for replacing the rubber glazing between the glass and the metal frame. It requires removing the metal frame & glass and carefully removing the glass from the frame. Replace the glazing and reassemble. I'm oversimplifying the process considerably. Those who have done it write that it is tricky and time-consuming, but it can be done. The tricky part is not bending the frame out of shape while removing/replacing the glass. Also, for parts of the process you will need a helper.

Also, there are 2 kits. One is the U-shaped rubber glazing that goes around the edge of the glass. That you want. The other is a flat moulding kit for replacing the rubber on the inside. It is more cosmetic.
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Sloop Smitten
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Response Posted - 12/05/2008 :  10:03:03  Show Profile
Joe,
I pulled one of my leaking windows and scratched out the decomposing filler between the window and the trim and filled in the gap with automotive windshield sealant. It is a Permatex product I believe. Then I resealed the frame to the cabin with 3M 4200. Seems to have worked.
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Chris Z
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Response Posted - 12/05/2008 :  12:56:35  Show Profile  Visit Chris Z's Homepage
Joe,

That is exactly what I was thinking i could do with my leaking window. I would think windsheild sealent would be the best product available. Can you tell me where you bought it and what was the name brand?
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Sloop Smitten
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Response Posted - 12/05/2008 :  15:43:49  Show Profile
I bought it at Kragen Auto Parts but it should be avaialable at any auto part store. Make sure you get the flowable product so it seeps into the crack.

[url="http://www.amazon.com/Permatex-81730-Flowable-Silicone-Windshield/dp/B000BKEBO0"]Permatex 81730 Flowable Silicone Windshield & Glass Sealer[/url]
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Joltnjoe
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Response Posted - 12/09/2008 :  22:16:10  Show Profile  Visit Joltnjoe's Homepage
What or Who is CD

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<br />CD has a kit for replacing the rubber glazing between the glass and the metal frame. It requires removing the metal frame & glass and carefully removing the glass from the frame. Replace the glazing and reassemble. I'm oversimplifying the process considerably. Those who have done it write that it is tricky and time-consuming, but it can be done. The tricky part is not bending the frame out of shape while removing/replacing the glass. Also, for parts of the process you will need a helper.

Also, there are 2 kits. One is the U-shaped rubber glazing that goes around the edge of the glass. That you want. The other is a flat moulding kit for replacing the rubber on the inside. It is more cosmetic.

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mcollard
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Response Posted - 12/10/2008 :  00:22:52  Show Profile
CD is Catalina Direct--a great place to get many things for your Catalina. Here's their website: http://catalinadirect.com/
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