POLYWINDOW polycarbonate

[billnpat]

Thinking about installing all new front POLYWINDOW polycarbonate glass....and new front canvas along with my camper with the stratoglass and bug screens ....

Any one have the POLYWINDOW and how do you like it ?...

Thanks.....:smt001

 

[Rocket]

I would have used the poly window (makrolon) to replace my strataglass but funds are tight, Maybe next year. I have done research and heard nothing but good stuff. Make sure to get a price from true blue canvas over at the anchorage, he does great work, reasonable and delivered on time. Ask for trevor.

 

[billnpat]

I would have used the poly window (makrolon) to replace my strataglass but funds are tight, Maybe next year. I have done research and heard nothing but good stuff. Make sure to get a price from true blue canvas over at the anchorage, he does great work, reasonable and delivered on time. Ask for trevor.

HE'S OUR GUY...SAW HIM TODAY.....:thumbsup::thumbsup:

 

[La Maddalena]

I'm not sure about the POLYWINDOW name but we had new canvas put on and had the five helm windows done in Macrolon polycarbonate - is that the same thing? Ours are fantastic with all the drizzle we get in the PNW. Can't imagine having typical vinyl windows there. The Macrolon is very clear, almost like glass. I like to stand at the helm so these are a big plus for me. We leave all 5 in place all the time, but unzip the center one and let it flap down for ventilation. I think the cost upcharge was $100 per window.

 

[billnpat]

I'm not sure about the POLYWINDOW name but we had new canvas put on and had the five helm windows done in Macrolon polycarbonate - is that the same thing? Ours are fantastic with all the drizzle we get in the PNW. Can't imagine having typical vinyl windows there. The Macrolon is very clear, almost like glass. I like to stand at the helm so these are a big plus for me. We leave all 5 in place all the time, but unzip the center one and let it flap down for ventilation. I think the cost upcharge was $100 per window.

TRUE BLUE CANVAS uses only Makrolon AR polycarbonate in the construction of our POLYWINDOW marine enclosures.:thumbsup:

 

[fwebster]

I've had Makrolon for 3 years and love it. The only issue is that it cannot be rolled up for storage and you are not going to put U-zips in a Makrolon panel. The stiffness of the panels can make zippers hard to align and start, so be sure your canvas guy doesn't set a trap for you with the direction in which he installs each zipper.

 

[billnpat]

I've had Makrolon for 3 years and love it. The only issue is that it cannot be rolled up for storage and you are not going to put U-zips in a Makrolon panel. The stiffness of the panels can make zippers hard to align and start, so be sure your canvas guy doesn't set a trap for you with the direction in which he installs each zipper.

GOOD POINT THANKS:thumbsup:

 

[billnpat]

I'm not sure about the POLYWINDOW name but we had new canvas put on and had the five helm windows done in Macrolon polycarbonate - is that the same thing? Ours are fantastic with all the drizzle we get in the PNW. Can't imagine having typical vinyl windows there. The Macrolon is very clear, almost like glass. I like to stand at the helm so these are a big plus for me. We leave all 5 in place all the time, but unzip the center one and let it flap down for ventilation. I think the cost upcharge was $100 per window.

DO YOU TAKE THEM OFF FOR THE WINTERIZING??

Our guy says good idea because the shrink wrap may damage them :huh:

 

[La Maddalena]

No winterizing or shrink wrap here - we boat year round. In other words, it's cloudy, rainy and the water's cold (58 degrees) year round. :grin:

 

[billnpat]

No winterizing or shrink wrap here - we boat year round. In other words, it's cloudy, rainy and the water's cold (58 degrees) year round. :grin:

lucky you....:thumbsup:

 

[mawyatt]

Have polycarbonate on the front windscreens. Really like it. As mentioned it can't be rolled up and can scratch (don't ask!!). Have a flat cover that they can slip into when off, works well to prevent scratching (if they are in the cover....don't ask!!).

 

[billnpat]

Have polycarbonate on the front windscreens. Really like it. As mentioned it can't be rolled up and can scratch (don't ask!!). Have a flat cover that they can slip into when off, works well to prevent scratching (if they are in the cover....don't ask!!).

Thanks,
We have the cover being made with the appropriate slots

DONT ASK....:thumbsup:

 

[billnpat]

Thanks to all who helped me make my purchase, the tips were very helpful
thank you...:thumbsup:

 

[steriltech]

I have some rust color how can I get it off, if I even can?:smt089 Is there something i can use? whats good for it.I don't want to make it worse anyone have adivce on this matter.. thanks Tony:smt009

 

[billnpat]

I have some rust color how can I get it off, if I even can?:smt089 Is there something i can use? whats good for it.I don't want to make it worse anyone have adivce on this matter.. thanks Tony:smt009

rust color where????

 

[steriltech]

on the tree front zip on windows....

 

[Pseudomind]

For the two side window shields upper isinglass sections, does the Macrolon polycarbonate which bow enough to be used there?

I think it is Hampton who has his center section swinging inwards and snaps to his radar arch when the center section is open...but, like I said, just guessing here.

 

[billnpat]

For the two side window shields upper isinglass sections, does the Macrolon polycarbonatewhich bow enough to be used there?

I think it is Hampton who has his center section swinging inwards and snaps to his radar arch when the center section is open...but, like I said, just guessing here.

YES It will take the curve,,will look like a curved windshield,

The center will open and snap to the arch...we also added a zip on screen to go inthe center when docked for ventilation to help keep out the bugs, when we have the camper up.....

 

[320Bob]

Bill,
I went through a bit of the same decision process as you just did. However, since I only wanted to replace the windows and not the entire canvas like you, I went with strataglass since I did not want to spend the extra money. Next time, I will replace the canvas and probably go with polycarbonate like you did. I have zippers on my side windows but none on the front panels which limits ventilation a bit but is okay. I may decide to have zippers installed in the front panels over the winter when the boat is in heated storage.

 

[billnpat]

Bill,
I went through a bit of the same decision process as you just did. However, since I only wanted to replace the windows and not the entire canvas like you, I went with strataglass since I did not want to spend the extra money. Next time, I will replace the canvas and probably go with polycarbonate like you did. I have zippers on my side windows but none on the front panels which limits ventilation a bit but is okay. I may decide to have zippers installed in the front panels over the winter when the boat is in heated storage.

I'm glad we made the decision to go with the poly glass.
every person i speak with wishs they did at the get go but will do it in the future. its a big job, yes! but since the admiral and i are older sea souls and this most likely will be our only boat
WHY NOT.??.:thumbsup: