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clayman
United Kingdom
34 Posts |
 Posted - 27 Jun 2014 : 12:48:19
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Hi everyone.
I really need to replace the screen on my Norman 23, as the GRP is totally shot, and really does look a mess. Also the it feels as if the viewing area (for steering) is really restricted, i.e. a lot of frame and not much glass, but that maybe me being pedantic!!
Can anyone recommend a manufacturer of ready-made frames, or a supplier of aluminium frames with which I can perhaps construct my own?
All ideas will be really helpful
Cheers, Rog |
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trevork
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Posted - 28 Jun 2014 : 17:19:47
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There are a few firms that will make ally boat windows but very few who also do windscreens.
A while ago "Anglia Auto Vents were recommended but I'm not sure what happened after that!
The Old Police House
37 Stowe Road
Huntingdon
Cambridgeshire
PE28 0TE
01480 891591 |
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Deano
United Kingdom
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Posted - 28 Jun 2014 : 18:27:00
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Whilst a great company. Anglia Autovents will not make an entire windscreen from scratch.
I struggled to get a quote from any company to make a windscreen for my Freeman 32.
I guess the boat builders in Norfolk have sources of the correct profiles as they build them on hire boats, but I guess you would have to purchase quite a quantity from a stockist.
Sadly, I think you are going to find it very hard to find what you want.
Dean - Boating on the Great Ouse.
Freeman 32 "Liberty"
See the photos http://www.flickr.com/photos/54758027@N00/ |
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clayman
United Kingdom
34 Posts |
Posted - 29 Jun 2014 : 19:21:25
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Hi guys,
Many thanks for the suggestions, they are much appreciated, and I'll give some more thought to it.
Do you think it maybe worthwhile scouring the aluminium extrusion companies for a suitable ahape, and then try to get seals to suit?
The actual screen is not to much of a problem, as I can get Perspex, or even Lexan, and get it laser cut to the shape I require.
Roger |
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Crust
United Kingdom
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Posted - 08 Jul 2014 : 22:29:43
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Hi,
I do the name of supplier of Perspex screen which I will send you when I find my invoice.
Chris |
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Crust
United Kingdom
4 Posts |
Posted - 08 Jul 2014 : 22:32:55
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Hi,
Sorry on my feedback the Perspex is not the problem its the aluminium frame you need.
Chris |
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Crust
United Kingdom
4 Posts |
Posted - 08 Jul 2014 : 22:58:19
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Hi,
Found this on the Norman site:
SPECIAL OFFER FROM GARY!
ANY CANOPY ORDERED BEFORE 31ST DECEMBER WILL RECEIVE A £100 DISCOUNT
Need a new canopy? Coverit will give a £50 discount to members whose boats must appear in the Register.
Gary also knows a fair bit about Normans, history and recognition.
Regards
Chris
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trevork
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Posted - 09 Jul 2014 : 00:01:05
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That is a tad dated because I can't "edit" the site at the moment! Having said that, I'm sure Gary will still try and offer a good deal if you mention us!
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Crust
United Kingdom
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Posted - 09 Jul 2014 : 00:19:48
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Hi,
I very much like your 23 foot Norman Cruiser, on Norman Cruiser Website - the same as mine which I need to renovate.
Chris
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Norman 23 screen frame replacement
