Replacement Windshield for Islander 191

[USMotorHead]

I'm looking to purchase a Islander 191 but the original windshield is long gone. I wouldn't think it would be that hard to build a new one if I could find the correct or similar aluminum channel. Do any of you have any experience with this? Finding a used one would be great, but probably not an easy find.

 

[USMotorHead]

I also called Taylor Made and they said it would be around $3000 for a custom made one.

 

[jbcurt00]

Find a more derelict 191 Islander and take its windshield.....

Watch posts here:
http://forums.iboats.com/forum/owne...urer/s/starcraft-boats/475362-starcraft-parts
Please keep any and all parts discussions ro PMs only

 

[alldodge]

You can find others then Taylor, search "custom boat windshield" or "custom Plexiglas windshield"

 

[Watermann]

Jas may have kept his Islanders windshield, not sure but an IM to him couldn't hurt.

 

[USMotorHead]

Thanks guys. I sent Jas an IM just in case.

 

[jbcurt00]

I'm pretty sure Jas' old tin is long gone. His Admiral and his boat budget doesnt allow for stuff to be hanging out long.

But maybe....

 

[Watermann]

Yeah I got his hatch cover before it hit the curb.

 

[USMotorHead]

I'm thinking about the possibility of building a frame out of PVC: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Veranda-...ft-White-PVC-Trim-15-Pack-IN5416404/203640236
And using 3/8" Lexan for the glass. I can machine a 3/8" "pocket" for the windows and glue everything together. Or, at least glue the four window sections and bolt together for easier replacement in the future.

Thoughts?

 

[jbcurt00]

Even in short lengths, that stuff isnt very rigid, esp when warm.

The upper windshield, like on WMs sig pix Chieftain?

 

[USMotorHead]

True about not being rigid. I could cap the top with aluminum U-channel.

Going to look at boat tomorrow. If it is how its described, it will follow me home.
If so...my '71 Offshore will be awful jealous and most likely for sale.

 

[oldhaven]

There are places that sell aluminum extrusions that might work, including some that sell Taco extrusions (here on iboats for instance). For example, a bigger selection of shapes is at:

https://www.brunnerent.com/

Though you would have to be creative to make something that looked right from stock shapes. I have also seen 135 degree division bar channels that might work for center windshield bars in other places. Not inexpensive but cheaper than a complete custom windshield.

Ron

 

[Watermann]

The force of wind against the upper windshield is what you need to engineer the frame against. Then to secure it to the cabin.

 

[USMotorHead]

There are places that sell aluminum extrusions that might work, including some that sell Taco extrusions (here on iboats for instance). For example, a bigger selection of shapes is at:

https://www.brunnerent.com/

Though you would have to be creative to make something that looked right from stock shapes. I have also seen 135 degree division bar channels that might work for center windshield bars in other places. Not inexpensive but cheaper than a complete custom windshield.

Ron

Thank you for the link! I was searching for just that.

 

[USMotorHead]

​Been trying to post a pick of my new (to me) Islander for an hour. About ready to throw this iMac out the window!!

 

[USMotorHead]

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So, I brought it home with me. 1994 Islander 191 3.0 with custom made Eagle trailer. Overall nice shape, its been under a tarp for a year, so it will need a lot of TLC. Gas tank was drained and fuel system blew out. Engine was fogged properly. I have not heard it run. But I bought it off a guy who operated a marina for years and trust his words.

You can see in the pic why I'm looking for a windshield. This custom hardtop will come off tomorrow.

 

[GA_Boater]

US - Click in the Forum help in the sig below and look at the photo attachment topics. Most of us use a photo hosting site like Photobucket and use the IMG code pasting method because it is simple and works well. Give it a try.

 

[USMotorHead]

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[alldodge]

That is a different top for sure

 

[GA_Boater]

If you try the Photobucket method, the pics will be larger.