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Replacing acrylic windows on an Antares 44 requires a labor-intensive process of cutting, prying, and cleaning, with professional installers estimating one full day of work per window for removal and another for surface preparation.1:59 The procedure involves drilling corner holes to insert a jigsaw, then using an oscillating multi-tool and a long-handled razor blade to slice through the tough SegaFlex 295 adhesive.1:41 Because the interior foam-backed vinyl is tucked beneath the window edges, extreme caution is necessary to avoid damaging the cabin liner during removal.1:59 Once the old acrylic is cleared, installers use starboard spacers to maintain precise gaps between the cabin tub and the new window before sealing.7:37 The process is highly weather-dependent, as rain prevents the necessary dry conditions for proper sealant curing.8:41 Separately, the workshop tour highlights the use of a Graphtec CE8000 vinyl cutter for creating custom boat registration numbers and decals, which are applied using a light mist of soapy water to prevent air bubbles.17:24

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