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Dan86
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Initially Posted - 11/18/2003 :  21:56:50  Show Profile
Ok, I finally did it, got the four windows recut for the cabin of my 86 C25. (about 95 bucks for a great job.) I have a couple of questions regarding the sealing. When I pulled the old ones off, there was a rubber gasget that is relatatively intact on three of windows. On the fourth there was no rubber gasget. Is it better to use a sealant on the fiberglass directly, or replace the gasgets if possible. Is it possible to use a sealant on the rubber that is intact and have the sealant fillin the gaps? Is life seal? a good sealant. I got a number of opinions and they were all different. I have also seen a number of different thoughts here as well. Thanks in advance. The new windows will look great when installed! dan
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ClamBeach
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Response Posted - 11/18/2003 :  22:11:01  Show Profile
Hmmm...

1) You might try some "putty tape" as commonly used to bed aluminum windows in RV's.
2) Go with 3M "101" or "Lifeseal"

I use both of these sealants but prefer 101 for anything below the waterline.
(Actually I guess I prefer 101 in general).
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Frank Hopper
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Response Posted - 11/18/2003 :  22:49:19  Show Profile  Visit Frank Hopper's Homepage
My dealer rebeds them with 5200. A lot of people feel it is dangerously strong but windows are a place where you can cut through it if you need to remove it, you just use a wire.
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lcharlot
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Response Posted - 11/18/2003 :  23:07:54  Show Profile
The Catalina Factory installs the OEM flush mount windows with an industrial silicone-based sealant/adhesive that is intended for bedding large plate-glass windows and curtainwall panels on office buildings. Catalina Direct sells this stuff in 14-ounce cartridges for around $15.00. It's not marketed specifically as a Marine sealant by the manufacturer, but if the Catalina Factory is using it, they must think it's suitable for use on the boats they build.
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Response Posted - 11/18/2003 :  23:19:42  Show Profile
<blockquote id="quote"><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote"><i>Originally posted by lcharlot</i>
<br />Catalina Direct sells this stuff in 14-ounce cartridges for around $15.00. <hr height="1" noshade id="quote"></blockquote id="quote"></font id="quote">

I have not been able to determine everything Catalina Direct Sells. When I ordered the latest items from CD they said they included the latest updates but I keep reading on the forum about things I didn't know they offer. I know I can call with questions but does anyone know of a comprehensive listing or catalog?
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Frank Hopper
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Response Posted - 11/19/2003 :  08:58:53  Show Profile  Visit Frank Hopper's Homepage
<blockquote id="quote"><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote"><i>Originally posted by cch</i>
<br /><blockquote id="quote"><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote"><i>Originally posted by lcharlot</i>
<br />Catalina Direct sells this stuff in 14-ounce cartridges for around $15.00. <hr height="1" noshade id="quote"></blockquote id="quote"></font id="quote">

I have not been able to determine everything Catalina Direct Sells. When I ordered the latest items from CD they said they included the latest updates but I keep reading on the forum about things I didn't know they offer. I know I can call with questions but does anyone know of a comprehensive listing or catalog?
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Sometimes the gold is hidden in the price lists, but you are right, there seems to be a lot of stuff that is not in the book.
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OJ
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Response Posted - 11/19/2003 :  15:31:36  Show Profile
Verify that what you order/purchase is compatible with the material your new windows are made of . . .
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