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Day 34: I installed it knowing it's not permanent... why?
July 3, 2025 · 11 min · 416 views
What this video covers
Jorman replaces the old windows on his sailboat with new polycarbonate sheets, opting to secure them primarily with 3M adhesive tape rather than the original screw-heavy mounting method.▶ 0:48 He retains a small border on the polycarbonate sheets to provide sufficient surface area for the tape, as the original screw holes are too close to the edge.▶ 0:48 To ensure structural security, he installs four to five screws per window as a secondary measure, significantly reducing the total number of fasteners from the original 72 used on the lower windows.▶ 7:31 He shapes the polycarbonate using a Botch angle grinder with a sanding disc and drills mounting holes with a standard drill.▶ 3:33 Throughout the process, he wears a protective face shield with UV protection to guard against flying debris.▶ 3:53 The protective film remains on the polycarbonate sheets during installation to prevent scratching.▶ 6:43 This method aims to improve the vessel's watertight integrity while simplifying the mounting process.
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