Boat Glass

[Redfred1]

Is boat glass tempered glass? I'm guessing Yes but want to verify. I have side windows I'm thinking about cutting down for more elbow room around the steering area and give me more open space towards the back. If not; need suggestions for something that would work.

 

[Scott Danforth]

depends on what the manufacturer used. what are you working on.

 

[Redfred1]

One of those Bayliners that nobody likes. Its a 1700. I took the back glass off to give more room. Was wanting to cut the front side glass down or replace with something decent. Any help?

 

[southkogs]

Were those frames built on the gunwale or were they integrated into the fiberglass? I know the boat, just never been close enough to tell for sure.

I'm wondering if you could just replace the frame with one you like better.

 

[Redfred1]

The frame is two piece; separates in the middle. Back glass came off easy. Still have the center post about a foot high screwed down The frame is attached over the front glass. Want to cut down that glass into "something like a fan; but a different shape. if need to could buy something that would work. Just open for suggestions.

 

[Scott Danforth]

hit a plastic shop and get acrylic sheet

 

[Redfred1]

Thanks Scott; will probably end up doing that.Any special kind; brand? Definitely want scratch resistant

 

[Scott Danforth]

scratch resistant and UV stable. find one that advertises boat windows

 

[Redfred1]

OK; know what ask for.Only two or three shops here. I try to buy local. Thanks for the help.

 

[Redfred1]

So no Lexan. 3'X3'X 1/4: $106.54. Will look for something else.