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cla5h
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Seals n stuff

Post by cla5h » Mon Jan 28, 2008 4:12 pm

Rubber seals that sit between rear light units and bodywork have perished, and this is one of a number of areas where water is managing to get into boot.

Tried MMC and seals can't be ordered alone - come as part of complete light unit.

Any thoughts on applying a bead of sealant (e.g. sikaflex) between light unit and clam?

Also, rubber seals that run around door frames are coming loose - best way to reattach? Would a suitable glue suffice?

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Post by steve_weegie » Mon Jan 28, 2008 4:26 pm

I superglued my front roof seal in place and its still attached ok.

Not done my rear lights, but the sealant route would get my vote...
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Post by Andy G » Mon Jan 28, 2008 4:28 pm

i superglued in one of my front lights in the 111r - best fitting part of the car :lol:
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Post by BiggestNizzy » Mon Jan 28, 2008 4:37 pm

what does the seal look like ? if it's round section rubber they can be made
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Post by cla5h » Mon Jan 28, 2008 5:05 pm

It's not completely round - it has ears which the retaining bolts pass through.

You're obviously into getting bits made! I'll plump for the easy option of using selant and glue!

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