[C320-list] Need Portlight Clarification

[Graeme Clark]

You can use 8mm or equivalent neoprene cord, glued into the corner of the frame with any suitable marine adhesive sealant. Csts about $2, takes 10 minutes and whilst it only lasts for about 2 years its so quick and easy to replace compared to the time and effort replacing the proper Lewmar seals.
Also check the O-rings in the latches as these are a major source of leakage

Graeme
Hull 366, England but visiting baltimore MD right now!

On 3 Oct 2015, at 22:54, Timothy Osburn <tosburn1958 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Sorry to bring up the portlight issue again, but after reading through the
> older threads I have a question. I have a 1997 with the split frames and I
> made the repairs suggested in the other threads by re-caulking  the gaps at
> the beginning of the season.  This seamed to work and fixed the issue (
> thanks to everyone who posted the fix ).  However, this nor'easter were
> having has exposed that one of the portlights has refused to get with the
> program and is leaking a lot.  Based on the amount of water coming in, I'm
> guessing that the black gasket around the window opening is the culprit.
> 
> So, my question is - Catalina Direct says that their replacement gasket
> only works with the newer ports.  Is there another source?  Can I find
> something suitable from the hardware store?  Also, I believe a few people
> mentioned that replacing this is a pain.  Can someone elaborate?
> 
> As always, I appreciate the help.
> 
> Thanks.
> 
> Tim