I just applied liberal amounts of clear GE silicone to all the bolts both inside and out and have not had a single leak all winter here in gorgeous upstate NY. Jason ----- Original Message ----- From: "Spencer Allen" <SPENCERVW@AOL.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Sunday, March 12, 2000 3:52 PM Subject: sealing compound for skylight bolts?
> After installing a new skylight on my 85 Westy I noticed water leaking from > the bolts after driving in the rain. I then reread the instructions which > said to use a "gum" sealer around the bolts. What is a gum sealer and what > have you all used for this? I sure it would have to be safe for the plastic > skylight. Any recommendations? Thanks > Spencer > |
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