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Replacing my aluminum window frames

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If I understand correctly, the windows that Waterway makes are all straight lines and angles at the corners, no curves and no radius corners. Is that correct? My existing windows are rounded at the corners and have a sweeping curve at the aft end. I'm not sure that I want to change the look of the boat by having the sharp corners.
 
cant answer that one.
 
I saw a sample of my new windows and I am completely satisfied with the quality. If you need windows with radius corners or mitered corners, contact Paul at www.starcarpentry.com he can get you aluminum frames or 316 stainless frames. Mine will be arriving in 6-8 weeks. I ponied up for the stainless after I saw the sample. Polished 316 that looks like a mirror. Paul found a source that custom makes windows, but they do not deal with the public. They want competent boat yards that can make accurate measurements and templates. But you can send your templates to Paul and he can get them made. Prices are reasonable the aluminum was about $12k and the Stainless was $15K, the stainless cost less than everyone else's aluminum, and the quality is the best I have ever seen. These prices are for three sliding windows (two in salon, and one in the aft stateroom), seven fixed windows, and a complete helm window system with sliding side windows and front opening center window! Previous quotes were from $15k to $20k for all aluminum. :D
 
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Boss Lady said:
I will let you guys know who we are working with when they give me the quote and deliver the windows, until then I am not going to pass along anything, because the usual recommended sources have not done anything spectacular and their prices were gold plated. These new guys show great promise and if they don't get greedy will wind up with a lot of business.....
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Any updates to share with us re the window replacement?
 
I did get one quote on replacement window frames. The quote was in the neighborhood of $1000 per frame - no glass!!! The other comments in the thread indicated even higher pricing. So - I've decided to TIG weld my own frames, use solid glass and if air flow in the galley is an issue, I will install two opening hatches in the galley cabin top. I'll keep you posted on my progress.

We purchased this boat in January of this year and have been doing some remodeling. The floors were carpeted with dark green carpeting. It looked like a cave when walking between the enginerooms to the aft cabin. We yanked out the carpet and put down teak and holly with a few throw rugs. The change is awesome. Down below looks clean and bright. We also removed the center head and installed a stacking washer and dryer. Next step is to move up to the main salon and install new flooring and finally tackle the galley. Although this Hatt was built in 1966, it went through a major overhaul in 1989 -90. All new interior, plumbing, electrical, one engine was replaced and the other had an in-frame rebuild (300 hours now), Awlgrip paint job, new flybridge, and the list goes on. I hope soon to be able to post some photos.

Keith
 
before you committ, price powercoating and anodizing and the extrusions. you may find that you are not saving that much.
we paid about 900 each for the side salon frames with limo glass for a 34c, these windows are 10' long. We just installed them last week and they are awsome. used new installation system. no screws. had a few holes tapped on the inside frame, mounted the windows with 5200 and used wood clamps bolted throught the tapped holes. once cured we will remove the clamps and fill the holes. no more coorosion. took photos of this process but cant post to this site as the files are too large if you want i can send you an e mail to your personal e mail address.
 
I would really like to see your photos. Also, where are you located, I'm out in California and the original price I got did not include packaging and shipping! Please send them to sv_tensegrity@yahoo.com

Thanks,
Keith
 
Boss Lady said:
I saw a sample of my new windows and I am completely satisfied with the quality. If you need windows with radius corners or mitered corners, contact Paul at www.starcarpentry.com he can get you aluminum frames or 316 stainless frames. Mine will be arriving in 6-8 weeks. I ponied up for the stainless after I saw the sample. Polished 316 that looks like a mirror. Paul found a source that custom makes windows, but they do not deal with the public. They want competent boat yards that can make accurate measurements and templates. But you can send your templates to Paul and he can get them made. Prices are reasonable the aluminum was about $12k and the Stainless was $15K, the stainless cost less than everyone else's aluminum, and the quality is the best I have ever seen. These prices are for three sliding windows (two in salon, and one in the aft stateroom), seven fixed windows, and a complete helm window system with sliding side windows and front opening center window! Previous quotes were from $15k to $20k for all aluminum. :D
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Contact Paul at Star Carpentry and ask him to email you some pictures of the window frames. As stated above I am getting polished 316 stainless steel windows with screens for the sliding windows, gray tinted glass, and stainless helm windows with a tilt out center window. True yacht class windows for less than what I have been quoted for aluminum. That works out for the 15 windows to right at $1000 each, you wont be able to touch that anywhere for stainless and maybe not even aluminum. If you see these you will buy them, nothing else comes close. You can contact Paul or wait and see mine.
 
Any updates on side window replacements? It looks like I may need to replace a few.
 
I had my side frames built by Slane. I shipped him my old nasty, pitted, butchered frames and for about $3k, I received in a wood shipping crate 2 brand new CORRECT frames with CORRECT felt, trim, screens and glass. A direct screw in replacement. I highly recomend having them build them rather than having someone peice them together, The felts are by far the hardest thing of all to install. I believe they have the specs on most models, I have the 28 sportfish, rather rare so they had to have my frames on hand to copy, I would guess if they could build them of specs it could be no more than a days project to swap them out. Man they look great with new fresh frames and glass.
 
The windows for Boss Lady are being held at the shipping dock until we are ready to install them, hopefully next week. We do not have a safe place to store them for very long, so they will be delivered and installed at the same time. The yard is a very busy place and a bunch of crates sitting around is inviting disaster. I know how to post pictures now so as soon as they arrive I can get some posted.
 
Any advise on finding replacement windows for my 52' convertible?
 
Those beveled frames really update the look. Are they low E glass too? The ones on the front of the salon would justify the amount of work required to redo all the stuff inside. Do those open as well?? ws
 
Bill,

The windows on the front, under the salon brow, do not open. The center windows , as seen on the salon sides are sliders. The front and rear glass will slide, and there is a screen on the inside as well.

I can get these windows with curves, mitered corners, round corners........sliders, fixed, and any combination of the above.

There really is not much to do on the inside. They through bolt, so a piece of trim will cover the bolts. I will have pics this weekend of how we are trimming out the interior.

One other thing worth mentioning: There is no felt to wear out. These windows ride on a pliable pvc type material. The track will not turn brittle or discolor.

I will try and get a close up pic of that as well this weekend.
 
What the heck are you gonna do when this job is done?? Your work is finally coming to fruition. KUDOS. ws
 
LOL,

Start another one.....

Daughter still in college, wife wants more Bling Bling' ........geeeze :rolleyes:
 
Hey Bill,

I could go to Chicago and visit the relatives and work on your boat :D
 
Is it possible to get one for my wheelhouse center with a hinge on the top and risers on the sides? I would like a 1/3 fixed pane on the bottom, with the top 2/3 opening. Kinda like a Chris Craft Commander. I would die for fresh air below! When my dad bought our Roamer the PO took all the riser hardware off and lost it. The first thing I did was go junking for replacement stuff. WHAT A DIFFERENCE !! ws
 
Starman said:
Hey Bill,

I could go to Chicago and visit the relatives and work on your boat :D
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No sweat Paul... I can house, feed and entertain you at least. Had a tetanus shot lately? LOL
Wheres the family live? Any single cousins that wouldnt mind being Hatteras widows at an early age?? One thing Chicago has an abundance of is BLING...
IYKWIM :eek: ws
 
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