Your videos are very helpful. We just started our rehab on our boat. Any ideas you may have will always help. Please keep creating. Cruising Carolina is our name.
Great information, Captain! I have a 2016 Zodiac and the Bimini top attachment on the inflatable surface is begging to peel up. I bought some 5200 but have not used it yet and wondered what the best adhesive is to use to keep the surface attached.
Stick with what you like but my experience with butyl has not been so good and it is not a one type fits all when it comes to sealants. I know butyl is all the craze right now but time will tell. I have been burned too many times by the latest fad when it comes to sealants.
Wayne, Thank you for the excellent video on rebedding portlights. I will be rebedding the Becton portlights on a '79 Endeavour 32 this month. I noticed in your video that the external trim ring had screws to secure it to the cabin. My boat has no such external screws. The exterior trim ring appears to be well glued into place, but without screws. Assuming most of your video will apply to my scenario, can you elaborate on how I should secure the external trim ring, or does the silicon suffice as both a sealant and adhesive? Should I simply press the external ring in place over siliconed portlight, displacing silicon uniformly to edges of trim ring. Thanks again for your excellent teaching.
+Robert Morrison Sounds like you pretty have it figured out. Not much I can add to that. Just when you press the ring on do not force all the sealant out, in other words do not push down too hard on it. You want a little thickness of sealant under the trim ring. Good luck and thanks for your comments
I have the same exact boat(1979 Endeavour 32) and just replaced all 6 ports in front. How did yours wind up coming out ? I just used 5200 to stick the outside ring on because I figured driving screws thru would create a leaking problem...
Isn't polyurethane based 4200 or similar much better than silicone? Maybe the ports are ABS? Industry recommendations place silicone as the last choice or not recommended at all in all marine applications but one (ABS or nylon fittings)
No not for this purpose. The portlight manufacture recommends silicone but a high quality silicone not the cheap hardware store type. Most in the marine industry understand where and when to use silicone it is a myth that it should not be used at all. See my video on marine sealants.
You make very detailed videos with really good tips! Even though I'm not doing this identical fix - I learned a lot I can use. I have an old Columbia T-26 - with three plastic frames on each side, and the acrylic, lexan or whatever is toast - so I need to find replacements. I have not had any luck to date. Talked to an auto window guy, tried to buy portlights (mine are too large - like 28" long and 9" tall). I'm considering just stapling some sheet plastic to the outsides ha ha. Any suggestions?
I enjoy the videos and have subscribed as well. I have several ABI bronze port lights that are leaking and it appears the previous owner used butyl compound as a bedding agent when they were installed a few years ago. What do you recommend for me to use to re-bed them.
Thanks for that but I prefer to shxxcan the crappy plastic portlights and install SS steal or bronze. Sure they're expensive but don't rely on a bead of chalk to hold back the sea.
Scott Vickery I personally would not use a polyurethane sealant such as 5200. I have seen many failures with this sealant and plastic portlights. The only sealants I recommend for plastic portlights is Dow 795 or Boatlife silicone sealant. Thanks for the comment and good luck with your project.
Scott Vickery In my opinion 5200 and other polyurethanes are really only good as a flexible adhesive and I never use them for sealing. I would suggest 4200 or Boatlife Lifeseal. These are newer types of sealants and offer good qualities for general purpose sealing.
I have exactly the same boat, with exactly the same tired-looking portlights. Luckily, the previous owner seems to have re-bedded them well. If I was to take them apart again to re-bed them, I wonder about spray-painting them white with a Krylon plastic paint or something like that to freshen them up. What do you think, Wayne?
Jakfilm You know I have done that with the back ones on my boat and was pleased with the results. Aft about 3 years they need some touching up. As I only could find the pait as a spay paint I shot it into a cup and brushed it on so I could do it in place. Worked well. I say go for it you will like the results and it will help protect the plastic from UV damage.
Wayne Canning You know, I think I may just give it a go. If I can only figure out how to remove and replace the gaskets that I have heard so much complaining about.
I was wondering why you were taking so long to remove the old port then I realized that you are going to be re-using it. I'm doing a complete replacement, so I'll be much less careful with the out-going hardware. 8-)
Being new to sailing, boat ownership and most aspects of boat repair and maintenance (diesel engine mechanics, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, fiberglass work, etc etc etc), I'm enjoying your videos very much. Thanks!
I like it and I subscribed. It was helpful. I think you need to find someone who has better knowledge and artistic ability with a camera. Analyze what you've done here. Look at how many times important picture subjects were not in view! If you're going to do any job, do it right, and that especially goes for the camera operator.
This was an early video. I like to think I am getting better at the videography. For me, though I am more interested in getting the information across. Thanks for the comments and I will try to do better.
This just reminds me why i'll never own a boat bigger than a canoe. To much aggravation /per hour of fun you get I'd say. Better to borrow someone else's boat I'd say : ) : { : ( ) : ( (:--( )----
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Your videos are very helpful. We just started our rehab on our boat. Any ideas you may have will always help. Please keep creating. Cruising Carolina is our name.
Thanks hoping to get some new stuff up soon. Good luck with your project I will check out your page
A great video. I can now move forward with rebedding 2 beckson ports. Thanks!
Thank you for passing on the knowledge, just what I needed to know to reseal our ports.
As a new boat owner I need as much information as possible and this video was perfect! Thank you
Glad it was helpful and thanks for the comment
Good video. Thanks!! We need to rebed our portlights. Now we can proceed with confidence!!
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks wayne, i move into my boat in ft lauderdale next month... got alot of projects to do... i will be checking all your videos!
Dominic T Thanks glad you found them helpful, I will be getting more online soon, stay tuned as they say.
Perfect How-to video! Got my laughing like an SOB half way through it 😂
Glad you liked it
Great information, Captain! I have a 2016 Zodiac and the Bimini top attachment on the inflatable surface is begging to peel up. I bought some 5200 but have not used it yet and wondered what the best adhesive is to use to keep the surface attached.
I really prefer Butyl tape for such projects. It's easy to work with and last ten times longer.
Stick with what you like but my experience with butyl has not been so good and it is not a one type fits all when it comes to sealants. I know butyl is all the craze right now but time will tell. I have been burned too many times by the latest fad when it comes to sealants.
Thanks for the video. Good explanation. Not a fan of silicone other than at lexan or plexiglass joints though.
Wayne,
Thank you for the excellent video on rebedding portlights. I will be rebedding the Becton portlights on a '79 Endeavour 32 this month. I noticed in your video that the external trim ring had screws to secure it to the cabin. My boat has no such external screws. The exterior trim ring appears to be well glued into place, but without screws. Assuming most of your video will apply to my scenario, can you elaborate on how I should secure the external trim ring, or does the silicon suffice as both a sealant and adhesive? Should I simply press the external ring in place over siliconed portlight, displacing silicon uniformly to edges of trim ring.
Thanks again for your excellent teaching.
+Robert Morrison Sounds like you pretty have it figured out. Not much I can add to that. Just when you press the ring on do not force all the sealant out, in other words do not push down too hard on it. You want a little thickness of sealant under the trim ring. Good luck and thanks for your comments
I have the same exact boat(1979 Endeavour 32) and just replaced all 6 ports in front. How did yours wind up coming out ? I just used 5200 to stick the outside ring on because I figured driving screws thru would create a leaking problem...
Great video. I noticed you replaced the trim ring with a new one, is that always necessary? Thanks
Isn't polyurethane based 4200 or similar much better than silicone? Maybe the ports are ABS? Industry recommendations place silicone as the last choice or not recommended at all in all marine applications but one (ABS or nylon fittings)
No not for this purpose. The portlight manufacture recommends silicone but a high quality silicone not the cheap hardware store type. Most in the marine industry understand where and when to use silicone it is a myth that it should not be used at all. See my video on marine sealants.
You make very detailed videos with really good tips! Even though I'm not doing this identical fix - I learned a lot I can use. I have an old Columbia T-26 - with three plastic frames on each side, and the acrylic, lexan or whatever is toast - so I need to find replacements. I have not had any luck to date. Talked to an auto window guy, tried to buy portlights (mine are too large - like 28" long and 9" tall). I'm considering just stapling some sheet plastic to the outsides ha ha. Any suggestions?
Most glass shops can sell and cut the plastic for you. You could also try a plastics company. Good luck
I enjoy the videos and have subscribed as well. I have several ABI bronze port lights that are leaking and it appears the previous owner used butyl compound as a bedding agent when they were installed a few years ago. What do you recommend for me to use to re-bed them.
Are these the bronze portlight made by ABI?
Yes Sir.
Thanks for that but I prefer to shxxcan the crappy plastic portlights and install SS steal or bronze. Sure they're expensive but don't rely on a bead of chalk to hold back the sea.
Wayne, do you specifically recommend NOT using 3M 5200 sealant for plastic portlights?
Scott Vickery I personally would not use a polyurethane sealant such as 5200. I have seen many failures with this sealant and plastic portlights. The only sealants I recommend for plastic portlights is Dow 795 or Boatlife silicone sealant. Thanks for the comment and good luck with your project.
Wayne, thanks for the feedback. Slightly different question, do you see an issue with using 5200 for rebedding deck hardware such as stanchions?
Scott Vickery In my opinion 5200 and other polyurethanes are really only good as a flexible adhesive and I never use them for sealing. I would suggest 4200 or Boatlife Lifeseal. These are newer types of sealants and offer good qualities for general purpose sealing.
+Scott Vickery only use 5200 below the waterline thru hulls and such,, use butyl tape for deck hardware
But do not use butyl tape on plastic fittings such as these ports.
Thanks so much
I have exactly the same boat, with exactly the same tired-looking portlights. Luckily, the previous owner seems to have re-bedded them well. If I was to take them apart again to re-bed them, I wonder about spray-painting them white with a Krylon plastic paint or something like that to freshen them up. What do you think, Wayne?
Jakfilm You know I have done that with the back ones on my boat and was pleased with the results. Aft about 3 years they need some touching up. As I only could find the pait as a spay paint I shot it into a cup and brushed it on so I could do it in place. Worked well. I say go for it you will like the results and it will help protect the plastic from UV damage.
Wayne Canning
You know, I think I may just give it a go. If I can only figure out how to remove and replace the gaskets that I have heard so much complaining about.
Jakfilm If your portlights are Gray marine you can get new gasket material from Pompenette in FL. They bought out out Gray. Look on their web site.
Wayne Canning
They're the same Beckson ones as in your video. Same Endeavour 32.
Jakfilm In that case you can get the gaskets from Beckson they have any parts you may need
Wayne, it looks like you were using Dow Corning 795 Silicone, is that correct?
Mark Welch Yes good eye it was indeed 795. It is a very good sealant for this use and what was recommended by the portlight manufacture
I was wondering why you were taking so long to remove the old port then I realized that you are going to be re-using it. I'm doing a complete replacement, so I'll be much less careful with the out-going hardware. 8-)
Always easier when you can replace with new. Good luck with your project
Being new to sailing, boat ownership and most aspects of boat repair and maintenance (diesel engine mechanics, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, fiberglass work, etc etc etc), I'm enjoying your videos very much. Thanks!
Very helpful...Thx!
You're welcome!
really nice vid .. thx ..
***** Thanks glad you liked it and hope it helps with your projects
Wayne Canning
yeah it will .. takes some of the scare out of it :)
You should never let Acetone touch your skin. Always wear gloves.
You are correct I am old school and suffer from some bad habits
I like it and I subscribed. It was helpful. I think you need to find someone who has better knowledge and artistic ability with a camera. Analyze what you've done here. Look at how many times important picture subjects were not in view! If you're going to do any job, do it right, and that especially goes for the camera operator.
This was an early video. I like to think I am getting better at the videography. For me, though I am more interested in getting the information across. Thanks for the comments and I will try to do better.
This just reminds me why i'll never own a boat bigger than a canoe. To much aggravation /per hour of fun you get I'd say. Better to borrow someone else's boat I'd say : ) : { : ( ) : ( (:--( )----