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ChrisDara
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Response Posted - 06/02/2005 :  11:49:26  Show Profile
Hey all! So sorry I haven't checked back in a while. I've been racing in the beautiful weather that finally made its way to NY.

I have installed my new windows. No leaks and they look great. I just have to figure out the best way to trim out or cover the screws/nuts inside. I promise I will take pictures when I venture down next, probably tomorrow.

I have enough glass left to make one more set. I will probably wait until the end of the season to buy more glass because I suspect this is not a project anyone will want to start mid-season.
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Happy D
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Response Posted - 06/03/2005 :  18:41:27  Show Profile
Chris,

What material did you use?
Where did you purchase it?
I am getting close to making mine and I don't quite understand all the plastic lingo yet.
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ChrisDara
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Response Posted - 06/04/2005 :  15:41:45  Show Profile
You have to go to a special place typically. HomeDepot and such have plexi and lexan but only clear, not smoked. You will have to do some research to find a place in your area. You'll also need some special tools to get a finished look.

I do have enough to make one more set and will make them for $350 plus shipping.
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Mark Loyacano
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Response Posted - 06/04/2005 :  16:07:48  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 ChrisDara</i>
<br />I have enough glass left to make one more set. I will probably wait until the end of the season to buy more glass because I suspect this is not a project anyone will want to start mid-season.<hr height="1" noshade id="quote"></blockquote id="quote"></font id="quote">

Actually, my boat won't make it in this year. I have re-shaped the bow to accomodate a new bow-stem/roller fitting, replace standing rigging, also removed the rubrails (found an old "wound" underneath, left there by a previous owner), will re-do the bottom and swing keel, remove and re-seal the windows (easier to put in a set of yours, waiting on those pictures) and will do a few interior upgrades (re-wire, remove the original electrical panel - install a new one in a different location and - well, the list is getting long already.

I'd love to see how your lexan windows would fit a '78 Cat 25. Thanks.
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ChrisDara
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Response Posted - 06/04/2005 :  16:42:25  Show Profile
You've got your work cut out for you Mark. Sounds a lot like what I did last summer. But nothing was more rewarding than putting in a totally upgraded boat this season.

I will be down to the boat and will take pics. I just have to figure out how to trim the inside. I am actually just thinking about rubber nut caps. I found a company that will make them custom, that way I can get ones colored to match the interior walls. I just need to test and price them.

Be back with pics soon! I promise.
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Lightnup
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Response Posted - 06/04/2005 :  18:06:16  Show Profile
<blockquote id="quote"><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">I am actually just thinking about rubber nut caps.<hr height="1" noshade id="quote"></blockquote id="quote"></font id="quote">
Sounds painful

Installing the new bimini Sunday....finally, after eight inches of rain this week we should have a somewhat rain-free day. The "decklight" over the V-berth has begun leaking again. #(&(%(#!*@ and the companionway hatchboards allow some water to drip in on the steps, but I'm pleased to report that the windows don't leak.

Steve
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Doug
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Response Posted - 06/04/2005 :  19:13:46  Show Profile
Here's a couple of shots showing the Cruising Concepts interior trim and exterior:




Of course, the trim pieces could be yours if you buy the boat
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ChrisDara
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Response Posted - 06/06/2005 :  20:36:37  Show Profile
Here's the pics. Sorry for the wait.

My template has more angle than the cruising concepts design but both look nice ... it's all preference I guess. Looks great Doug.
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Doug
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Response Posted - 06/07/2005 :  01:02:58  Show Profile
Chris- I kind of like the sharper looks of your windows better. Looks great!
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ChrisDara
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Response Posted - 06/07/2005 :  09:05:03  Show Profile
Thanks, but I still have to come up with a "trim" solution, haha. Was that trim part of the package or separate?
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Doug
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Response Posted - 06/07/2005 :  09:10:32  Show Profile
Trim came with the package. I suspect he'd sell them seperately. We're looking for a C-30 right now, and I suspect I'll have to replace windows eventually. I'll be looking into making the windows and ordering the trim kits.
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ChrisDara
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Response Posted - 06/07/2005 :  09:25:02  Show Profile
That's what I was thinking. Let me know when you find out whether or not they'll just sell the trim kit and how much.
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existentialsailor
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Response Posted - 06/07/2005 :  09:26:35  Show Profile
The trim rings in the Cruising Concept kit are made of starboard, hence the screws for mounting.
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jackfuller
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Response Posted - 06/07/2005 :  15:56:19  Show Profile  Visit jackfuller's Homepage
Windows look great, Chris. What plastic did you use and how thick?
Thanks,
Jack
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ChrisDara
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Response Posted - 06/08/2005 :  09:44:14  Show Profile
A special kind of Plexi that resists scratching. 1/4" but you could use 3/8" also.
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