Some people argue against using the expensive stuff like Sikaflex and Awlgrip but whenever possible, I've always thought it wise to stick with industry standard products when building a blue water boat. Since this boat is being built to provide safety and comfort for my family, I buy the best materials available.
here's the link:
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=5&ved=0CHsQFjAE&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cruisersforum.com%2Fforums%2Fattachment.php%3Fattachmentid%3D29490%26d%3D1310301275&ei=-qJMUaifHavLigLxo4AQ&usg=AFQjCNF7f9UzDqg-NiTdSMBbYtqemJBMzA&sig2=5ou37BHrEdyurIkXpAqKDw
* NOTE
The one thing that seems sketchy about the install directions is the need for an external coating of protective paint around the window edges. You would think that Sikaflex UV would not require this but I have been advised by a renowned west coast yacht builder NOT to skip this step. They did an install without doing this and the boat came back for a complete window rework at the yards expense.
Here's a handy illustration of the best practice install:
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here's the link:
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=5&ved=0CHsQFjAE&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cruisersforum.com%2Fforums%2Fattachment.php%3Fattachmentid%3D29490%26d%3D1310301275&ei=-qJMUaifHavLigLxo4AQ&usg=AFQjCNF7f9UzDqg-NiTdSMBbYtqemJBMzA&sig2=5ou37BHrEdyurIkXpAqKDw
* NOTE
The one thing that seems sketchy about the install directions is the need for an external coating of protective paint around the window edges. You would think that Sikaflex UV would not require this but I have been advised by a renowned west coast yacht builder NOT to skip this step. They did an install without doing this and the boat came back for a complete window rework at the yards expense.
Here's a handy illustration of the best practice install:
.pdf.jpg)
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