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Lloyd Sumpter August 28th 03 09:39 PM

Re-caulking C36 windows?
 
Hi,

I need to re-caulk all the windows on Far Cove (1983 Catalina 36). The
windows are glass, surrounded by aluminum frame. How do I do this? Is it
relatively easy?

Lloyd


basskisser August 29th 03 06:16 PM

Re-caulking C36 windows?
 
"Lloyd Sumpter" wrote in message ...
Hi,

I need to re-caulk all the windows on Far Cove (1983 Catalina 36). The
windows are glass, surrounded by aluminum frame. How do I do this? Is it
relatively easy?

Lloyd


Lloyd, if it were me, and I was simply re-caulking, as opposed to
glazing, then I'd get a decent silicone caulk, simply caulk with a
gun, then to remove the excess, a wet finger. It tools the caulk in
nicely, filling any voids and making it nice and smooth. simply wet
your finger in soapy water, smooth the caulk, clean finger, repeat.

Ron Thornton August 31st 03 05:03 PM

Re-caulking C36 windows?
 
Silicone makes good gaskets but is a lousy caulk.

Ron



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