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Hot to Renovate a Sailboat Hatch - Episode 3 - DIY Free Sailboat Refit
18 aprile 2021 · 8 min · 1K visualizzazioni · United Kingdom
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Archie repairs the forward hatch on Puffin after the acrylic window separates from the frame due to failed sealant.0:29 He removes the old adhesive using car paint thinners, cleans the frame with sugar soap, and rinses it thoroughly.1:42 To re-bed the acrylic, he applies DAL 799 glazing compound, using wooden paint stirrers to maintain a consistent level and center the window within the frame.1:47 He masks the surrounding area with tape to ensure clean lines and prevent excess sealant from smearing during compression.2:16 After the initial repair, he identifies a secondary leak between the hatch frame and the deck, which he resolves by removing the frame and re-bedding it with butyl tape.7:34 Proper surface preparation and the use of masking tape are essential for achieving a clean, watertight seal when replacing hatch glazing.
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