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Window tinting day! Probably easy in Florida, but had to talk to half a dozen or more shops in Oklahoma into doing a boat floating in the water. Very pleased with the results. Went with a pretty dark 15%
 

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I want to seal all my windows not sure what sealant/caulk to use. Has anyone done this? What did you use? Color? How many tubes?
 
Window tinting day! Probably easy in Florida, but had to talk to half a dozen or more shops in Oklahoma into doing a boat floating in the water. Very pleased with the results. Went with a pretty dark 15%

I have a guy coming to look at mine for tint.
Did you do the ceramic? Was your intent to also block some heat or mostly just privacy?
My previous owner said the black sunshade makes the interior very hot.
 
I did not do ceramic. My dock neighbor next door talked to my tinter about ceramic and got a few samples. I paid $5 per square foot for mine installed, and he said that the ceramic would be $10-12. My 400DB was 100 sq.ft. according to my tinter. My boat sits under a covered dock unless we're out, so the ceramic may be a little overkill. So yes, to help with taking some of the load off of the AC when out, privacy at the dock, and I think it updates the look of the boat.
 

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I did not do ceramic. My dock neighbor next door talked to my tinter about ceramic and got a few samples. I paid $5 per square foot for mine installed, and he said that the ceramic would be $10-12. My 400DB was 100 sq.ft. according to my tinter. My boat sits under a covered dock unless we're out, so the ceramic may be a little overkill. So yes, to help with taking some of the load off of the AC when out, privacy at the dock, and I think it updates the look of the boat.
That looks great!
 
I did not do ceramic. My dock neighbor next door talked to my tinter about ceramic and got a few samples. I paid $5 per square foot for mine installed, and he said that the ceramic would be $10-12. My 400DB was 100 sq.ft. according to my tinter. My boat sits under a covered dock unless we're out, so the ceramic may be a little overkill. So yes, to help with taking some of the load off of the AC when out, privacy at the dock, and I think it updates the look of the boat.
Looks awesome. I had my old 400db tinted and I found that it worked great. I had the sliding door tinted also which gave the boat a nice look. I wanted the plexiglass on the bridge tinted to match, but the tint guy said he did not believe it would stay on. Still wish I would have had it tinted anyway just to see. Nice Job.
 
Looks awesome. I had my old 400db tinted and I found that it worked great. I had the sliding door tinted also which gave the boat a nice look. I wanted the plexiglass on the bridge tinted to match, but the tint guy said he did not believe it would stay on. Still wish I would have had it tinted anyway just to see. Nice Job.
Thanks, I considered the back door. Think it would have really looked nice. I also kind of like the idea of seeing what's happening in the boat while in the water rafted up with friends. Our boat seems to draw the crowd over to those that don't have a bathroom, air conditioning, snacks and cocktails made with a blender. We've got a 65lb Labradoodle that goes to the boat when we go to the boat, and get's a little excited to be in the water when everyone else is. I was afraid of scratches. I would love to tint the bridge plexiglass as well, but yes, I think that's true. The tint will not stick well, and start bubbling up on it. Our season pretty much starts this weekend with temps in the 70's and lots of activities planned around the lake. The boat is ready to go with winter maintenance and upgrades completed, and we're ready for a fun summer.
 

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Thanks, I considered the back door. Think it would have really looked nice. I also kind of like the idea of seeing what's happening in the boat while in the water rafted up with friends. Our boat seems to draw the crowd over to those that don't have a bathroom, air conditioning, snacks and cocktails made with a blender. We've got a 65lb Labradoodle that goes to the boat when we go to the boat, and get's a little excited to be in the water when everyone else is. I was afraid of scratches. I would love to tint the bridge plexiglass as well, but yes, I think that's true. The tint will not stick well, and start bubbling up on it. Our season pretty much starts this weekend with temps in the 70's and lots of activities planned around the lake. The boat is ready to go with winter maintenance and upgrades completed, and we're ready for a fun summer.
That is how our weekends look here in the Midwest also. Anywhere from 10 to 20 boats gathered together to share knowledge. I wish my season started this weekend, but mid April is when we start heading to the lake. Have fun and be safe.
 
I did not do ceramic. My dock neighbor next door talked to my tinter about ceramic and got a few samples. I paid $5 per square foot for mine installed, and he said that the ceramic would be $10-12. My 400DB was 100 sq.ft. according to my tinter. My boat sits under a covered dock unless we're out, so the ceramic may be a little overkill. So yes, to help with taking some of the load off of the AC when out, privacy at the dock, and I think it updates the look of the boat.

Looks great. I may get the ceramic installed close to the price you got the regular film.
Do you often leave the Isenglass down around your bridge?
I love that look but don’t know if I am ambitious enough to take it off during the season. The 400 is new to me to I’m very much learning what I do with her.
 
That is how our weekends look here in the Midwest also. Anywhere from 10 to 20 boats gathered together to share knowledge. I wish my season started this weekend, but mid April is when we start heading to the lake. Have fun and be safe.

Mid April would be nice...here is Chicago we get started in July ;) LOL . The marinas open May 1st, water finally warms up by Labor Day!
 
Mid April would be nice...here is Chicago we get started in July ;) LOL . The marinas open May 1st, water finally warms up by Labor Day!
The water is usually comfortable by June. Our biggest issue is the water levels and debris in the water before the lakes get to summer pool, which usually happens in May. A lot of weekends we dock sit, work on the boat......and enjoy a cold one.
 
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I am getting ready to embark on this project....had a question. Did you just put the flooring over the existing floor in the galley? Any height issues? I am sure you could fill a book, but any "I wish I knew this before I started" type things?
 
I am getting ready to embark on this project....had a question. Did you just put the flooring over the existing floor in the galley? Any height issues? I am sure you could fill a book, but any "I wish I knew this before I started" type things?

I put my floor in right over the factory flooring - no issues after five years. It was a GREAT upgrade!
 
I am getting ready to embark on this project....had a question. Did you just put the flooring over the existing floor in the galley? Any height issues? I am sure you could fill a book, but any "I wish I knew this before I started" type things?

Two areas to consider depending upon the height of your new flooring:

The first is how will if change the total height of the steps if you put the new flooring under the steps. At worst, you need to trim down the height of the steps. (On a related note, if you pull the carpet off the steps, expect to find that the carpet is held securely in-place with a couple thousand staples.)

The second concern would be bottom lip of the refrigerator if you do not put the new flooring under the refrigerator. If you need to remove the Norcold, it does not have a huge amount of vertical "play", but should be enough to lift it over most flooring.
 
Two areas to consider depending upon the height of your new flooring:

The first is how will if change the total height of the steps if you put the new flooring under the steps. At worst, you need to trim down the height of the steps. (On a related note, if you pull the carpet off the steps, expect to find that the carpet is held securely in-place with a couple thousand staples.)

The second concern would be bottom lip of the refrigerator if you do not put the new flooring under the refrigerator. If you need to remove the Norcold, it does not have a huge amount of vertical "play", but should be enough to lift it over most flooring.
I butted up to the steps with precise cuts and also butted up to the fridge. Since I used a vinyl snap and click floating floor, I just take up a some of the flooring to remove the fridge. My fridge is a vitrifigro so there was absolutely no vertical room to put the floor under it.
 
I butted up to the steps with precise cuts and also butted up to the fridge. Since I used a vinyl snap and click floating floor, I just take up a some of the flooring to remove the fridge. My fridge is a vitrifigro so there was absolutely no vertical room to put the floor under it.
I just finished putting PlasTeak flooring in my galley and salon. I laid it on top of the existing floor in the galley and under the fridge. If the flooring was any thicker I would have had to modify the top grill of the fridge to fit back into the cabinet.

Texas Briyan is correct about the steps. There is at least a thousand staples and glue holding down the carpet. I probably have as much time reworking them as I did laying the flooring in the galley.
 
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View attachment 57179 My starboard deflector shield is heavily crazed. Can't really see through it. All the other panels are still nice and clear. Anyone know if it's even possible to replace a panel?
So since it's plastic and gelcoat is plastic I decided to give it a try with my Presta products today. Started with Supercut, then Ultra Cutting Creme, then Ultra Polish. It almost looks normal now.
 
Quick question - While I am resealing the windows, I wanted to reseal some of the other areas on the boat, Arch connection, etc. has anyone done this, if so what type of caulk did you use for that? just a high quality outdoor caulk?
 
thats a big improvement - did you apply by hand? buffer?
Same rotary buffer I use on the gelcoat. Except for the tight corners which had to be done by hand. It's not crystal clear like the other panels, but I can see through it now. I'll try another pass one day and see if that sharpens it up any more.
 
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