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Old 20-06-2013, 21:05   #1
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Default caravan window problem

I have a caravan with a 'de-laminated' window, no cracks or damage just the inner and outer are coming unstuck, it is a 2005 Swift. Any ideas for a DIY fix?
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Old 20-06-2013, 21:06   #2
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zippy is a caravan engineer
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I bought some 6mm laminated glass to replace some on my boat, I guess it depends on how the frame is held together.
I used a black silicon type glazing compound to seal it in, it looked as good as the rest.

They used the old glass as a template.
They could probably do curves too.

Another option is second hand, there are always lots of caravans being re cycled.

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there's a glue you can use.

can't remember name

but if in rush call my work.. web site at bottom

they'll be able to tell you

just say steve sent you

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Old 20-06-2013, 21:45   #5
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Try here http://www.bondrite.co.uk/weld-cemen.../prod_257.html

I work for a caravan company too
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true... lol

whats the one in the big tube, like silicone but is a proper glue for sticking windows drys clear
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true... lol

whats the one in the big tube, like silicone but is a proper glue for sticking windows drys clear
Dont know mate only know this one for acrylic.

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Try here http://www.bondrite.co.uk/weld-cemen.../prod_257.html

I work for a caravan company too

cheers, having issues with my middle front window too, g-clamped and bonded once already but not convinced
its worked, will put this on my shopping list.

seems to be outer piece thats loose, the inner piece has the clips to the body, have fear of outer flipping up or off
travelling, even wondered about one of these front dirt covers designed for travel to keep it secure.
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Have you tried a caravan breakers, you may be able to get a 2nd hand one.
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Parting when towing will make hell off a mess
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Parting when towing will make hell off a mess

agreed, my choice would be not to have any of front opening, when you think of
hammer they get from weather and towing.

plus 3 windows 6 curtains, the old adage spoils the view.
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Thanks for the input, what is your collective opinion on this adhesive as a solution (note no clamping on caravan windows!) :

http://www.thegluepeople.co.uk/pdf/T...%20-%20TDS.pdf
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You can use clapms

Just use wood blocks to spred the load
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You can use clapms

Just use wood blocks to spred the load
the instructions for the adhesive explains why you shouldn't use clamps!
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or this?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/50ml-TENSO...item2567a43c60
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