My boat is leaking

[weasel5]

I bought an 81 carver mariner which needed some repair. I like the boat but one fix is beyond me. Those long windows down each side of the salon leak quite a bit. Does anyone know the best way to cure this problem?

 

[mille73]

Re: My boat is leaking

I have a 79 mariner the windows didn't leak but the aluminum strip above the window was coming off. I had to dig out the rotted wood & filled with stips of plywood so I had something to hold the trim pcs. Check out this web site for mariner owners lots of useful info.
http://carvermitch.forumco.com/default.asp

 

[ENSIGN]

Re: My boat is leaking

The only correct way is removing the windows and resealing everything,but with a 81 boat I think you're going to find more problems than you expect to.

 

[idyltimelg]

Re: My boat is leaking

Here is a solution that I found to be very effective. I installed rubber marine guttering over my previously leaking aft cabin windows. No more leaks. One guttering strip came loose at one end, and the company sent me a new one free. After one full year of use, I highly recommend it. No matter how often you reseal aluminum window frames, they expand and contract at different rates than the fiberglass and sealing materials, and leaks reform.

I assure you I have no relationship to this company other than being a very satisfied customer.

http://rvgutters.com/

 

[choister]

Re: My boat is leaking

i have 1 1978 steury and my side window is leaking. i have taken the window off, and bought some rubber foam seal to put around the window frame, but i cant find any flocked lined window channels? anyone know a good website to get it? i need 1/2inch wide. mine are old so i have to replace it. thanks