[C320-list] Portlight Replacement/Repair?

[Michael Paris]

Thanks Troy. That’s good to hear. I have the rounded ended model (Lewmar 1RE new standard) and the replacement lens itself is $100. to $120. each because the hinges are mounted on the lens. 

> On Mar 25, 2022, at 10:43 AM, Troy Dunn <troutwarrior at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Micheal P.
> 
> We are going on six years with no discernible change in appearance.
> 
> Having said that, acrylic is incredibly sensitive to exposure to solvents.
> Over time even the fumes of chemical solvents will introduce just enough
> changes to the top layer of acrylic to induce stress fractures (aka
> crazing).  So, being careful using solvents near the lenses is important.
> Soap and water only for cleaning.
> 
> Over extended periods of time UV damage will have a similar effect.   There
> really isn’t any way to prevent that.
> 
> Acrylic is relatively inexpensive and considered by most to be the best
> material for this application.  If you are attempting to DIY lenses, just
> be sure to buy cast acrylic.   We buy ours from estreet plastics.
> 
> FWIW
> 
> Troy Dunn
> Hull #514