replacing vinyl panels on aft deck of 87 34'SB

[captn john]

any clues as to how to remove weathered panels of vinyl material next to rear sliding door, on transom door, and next to steps on each side ? thanks, john

 

[IDZervit]

Yes, I just did mine last year. You have to remove the interior panels and then you can access the screws that go into the back of the panels. Its a little tight and it will help to have a screw driver with a 12" flexable shaft for some of the phillips screws(3/4 or 1 inch). A good light source is helpful also. I think there were 8 screws in each panel, once there out just pull the panels off. They may be sealed so you may have to pull hard or score the silicone along the outside seams. You will be very happy with the final look, it makes the boat look new.

 

[IDZervit]

The panel in the rear transom door just pops out. It has two snaps that hold it in, just take a screwdriver and pry it out.