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Window seal for fixed ports on e39b
- Thread starter Flip
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A photo of your ports might help. Lots of variation.
Rebedding leaking Ports (Windows) https://ericsonyachts.org/ie/threads/rebedding-leaking-windows.21334/#post-172464
Replacing Fixed Ports (Windows): https://ericsonyachts.org/ie/threads/replacing-fixed-windows-research-master-thread.9603/
Replacing gaskets on Fixed Ports (Windows): https://ericsonyachts.org/ie/thread...main-large-windows-ports-master-thread.13578/
Rebedding leaking Ports (Windows) https://ericsonyachts.org/ie/threads/rebedding-leaking-windows.21334/#post-172464
Replacing Fixed Ports (Windows): https://ericsonyachts.org/ie/threads/replacing-fixed-windows-research-master-thread.9603/
Replacing gaskets on Fixed Ports (Windows): https://ericsonyachts.org/ie/thread...main-large-windows-ports-master-thread.13578/
If these are the standard deadlights many of us have on our 80s boats, the piece between your fingers is not really the seal, it's simply a molding piece for the frame of the window. The actual window seal (glazing) is right next to the glass and sits down in the frame. I guess it depends on if you need to fix a leak or just fix the look of the crummy molding.
Like many in the threads above, I'm in the process of replacing mine with the kit sold by Catalina direct. It's proving to be an accurate fit for both the glass and the gap. A picture of the whole window will help us confirm it's the same window.
The consensus seems to be that if it's not leaking now, that it will start eventually and replacing it is a good proactive step to prevent water damage. I would concur as I have to replace plywood on the inside (previous owners' neglect) and it's not a pleasant project.
Like many in the threads above, I'm in the process of replacing mine with the kit sold by Catalina direct. It's proving to be an accurate fit for both the glass and the gap. A picture of the whole window will help us confirm it's the same window.
The consensus seems to be that if it's not leaking now, that it will start eventually and replacing it is a good proactive step to prevent water damage. I would concur as I have to replace plywood on the inside (previous owners' neglect) and it's not a pleasant project.
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Is that polished original aluminum?
Indeed it is! Stripped the galvanized layer, wet sanded, and then polished with Mother's aluminum mag polish. Protected with a ceramic coating.
Solarken
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Love to have a roll of that to fix them on my 1975 32-2
Thank you!