Replaced Portlights

Published date: April 30, 2023
  • Boat Type: MacGregor 19, Boat Type
Replaced Portlights
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I replaced the plexiglass portlights and added a porthole in the head compartment. I used 3M VHB tape and Dow 795 black sealant for a “screwless” installation. The porthole was bolted through the fiberglass with the heads countersunk before adding the VHB tape so that everything is secure but neat. Very happy with the way this turned out—just need to do a little line of black 795 on the inside…


Model Year: 1995

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