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kirkelund
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Or use Tec7: http://protex.dk/?product=tec7
It's like Sika 291, but maybe better here?? (Remember to buy the Tec7 cleaner (spray) also, if you need to smooth out the stuff with a finger. Otherwise it is quite sticky). Ole, |
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Kirkelund
"Amani" Lynetten, Copenhagen, Denmark Hanse 342 (grey hull, wheel steering, deep draft keel, Jefa rudder - RUD34) |
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Johan Hackman
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Seeing that I started this thread three years ago I have finally got around to order a new seal and try to fit it. It is bloody impossible!
So now I have put gaffer tape across the opening for the window. I am a bit pissed off. Johan |
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robh
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Johan,
Sorry to state the obvious but have you asked the manufacturer of the seal or the window how they recommend you do this? You may be pleasantly surprised. |
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Rob "Blue Horizon" Hanse 341#113 Portsmouth Harbour UK |
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Johan Hackman
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No, I just threw myself on the floor and yelled, as I always do!
Well, I have written an email asking if there is a proffessional who could do it for me. I'll let you know how it all ends. Johan |
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kirkelund
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Aha, it is the inside rubber seal that is causing problems, so no sika or gaffa should be necessary.
Well, I would probably have changed the whole unit or bought a new boat I guess Lewmar has no instruction video on how to do it?? I know that Jabsco Marine has for several of their products. It came in useful when I changed the toilet pump recently. Anyway, since our boats are nearly the same age, I am very interested in hearing how things work out Ole, |
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Kirkelund
"Amani" Lynetten, Copenhagen, Denmark Hanse 342 (grey hull, wheel steering, deep draft keel, Jefa rudder - RUD34) |
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kirkelund
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Hi Johan
It's not quite the same, as it is an instruction video for replacing the seal on a medium sized hatch (maybe the same as on our boats). But, just maybe, there are some details, which could be relevant in this case also. See the video here:http://www.lewmar.com/Video (It is the one about replacing the rubber seal). Just a thought Ole, |
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Kirkelund
"Amani" Lynetten, Copenhagen, Denmark Hanse 342 (grey hull, wheel steering, deep draft keel, Jefa rudder - RUD34) |
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Johan Hackman
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Ole, perhaps I should just buy a new boat. Or a new portlight! The portlight is 210 Euro and I have already spent 58 Euro on the seal!
The video unfortunately only shows how to replace a seal that is fitted to the acrylic. The portlight seal is mounted on the frame. You are supposed to fit a very small rim on the seal into a groove on the frame. Johan |
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robh
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Johan,
Does it perhaps need the little rubber edge sliding into the grove assisted by a little bit of silicone or furniture polish spray? |
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Rob "Blue Horizon" Hanse 341#113 Portsmouth Harbour UK |
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Johan Hackman
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Rob, I will try that. I will also have to remove all the old silicone but it is difficult as the groove is so tiny.
Johan |
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silversailor
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There is a little plastic tool available for forcing a gasket into a small groove. That being said, I recommend using a rubber or vinyl cleaner/lubricant twice a year on all gaskets. It keeps them flexible, dirt free and, most important, helps with the porthole/hatch seal so there is no water intrusion.
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Silversailor
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