cparisi
New Member
I have reached the point where I need to re caulk my windshield. The old stuff is coming out in chunks now whenever I wash the boat and I can see daylight through the bottom of the frame. Has anyone done this and if so, any pointers or tips? Do I need to dig out all the old stuff before laying in new or can I just fill it up spatula it out and be done with it? What caulk/sealant to use?
I also need to re cement the aft bilge blower vent top panels, they are both seriously loose and I am in danger of losing them. I was told in another thread construction adhesive was the way to go, any pointers on this as well?
I scraped all the old sealant from the windshield, used 4200 and wiped with my finger. Came out well. I too had the blower panels loose. Got lucky and a snap from cockpit cover kept it from falling into the water. I had water getting into the bilge prior to reinstalling due to the sealant rotting away. Used construction adhesive to reattach and 4200 around all the gaps. No more water in bilge (stays bone dry) and panel is very secure.