I am going to make my own sealed wind jammer. I ordered the fabric and the tinted plastic windows. Here is my question: What do you think is the best way to attach the window to the fabric? Caulk? Sewing it on? Both?

 

If anyone is interested in doing the same, I asked Bestop how they attach the windows and they said that it is attached using heat. I have the design created and got the material in, but have not yet sewn it together. I will let everyone know how it turns out.

 

Definitely keep us posted. I would be interested in such a product.

 

Being a Aircrew Survival Equipmentman in the Navy, I used to repair drysuits. we used a tape that was heat activated by a large iron that got really hot. Pilots would wear out the booties on the drysuit long befor the suit needed to be replaced. first we would sew the booties on and then use the tape and the iron to waterproof the seams.

Good luck.

I have the skills to do this but ehh I do not want the hassel

I have the duster and the windjammer and the workmanship is decent. I would have changed the design a bit but, Oh well.

 

Maybe I'm underthinking things, but wouldn't you be able to pull a durable swath of fabric (sailcloth, etc.) tightly between the two rollbar pillars behind the front seats, and then use some heavy-duty velcro (sewn onto the fabric) to wrap the fabric around the pillars and then stick it back onto itself?

EDIT: Oops - sorry - TOTALLY missed the entire point of your question... my mistake.

I would suggest thermal tape as well, or, if you're looking for the ability to remove the window for whatever reason, then consider some adhesive velcro to secure the windows to the cut-out in the fabric...

 

How about a zipper and a flap to cover it?

 

Well, I started cutting and sewing the material. I've started yesterday and will do a little bit every day. I think I will do as suggested and sew in the windows and use thermal tape for the seams. I already see that it will look great and can not wait to show everyone how it tuns out.

 

I, for one, am looking forward to the pics of the completed project.

 

It looks like I will have some scrap pieces from this project. Here is my question to all: What should I make out of the remaining pieces? FYI: I have enough to make a saddle bag, which is something I am considering. Throw some ideas my way.....

 

How about getting everything cut and or sewn and then taking it to a custom upholstery place to have it 'sealed'. If you live near any body of water I am sure you could find a place that specializes in these types of materials.

I can't wait to see the pics!