In a message dated 98-05-11 01:37:51 EDT, Chrisw7971@AOL.COM writes: << Yet i decided to try silicone sealer around all edges of the windsheild anyhow. >> Chris, Tim G, all -- You might want to check the archives on this subject. There was some discussion regarding silicone recently (past three months?) Apparently the silicone eats metal, or the gasket, or something). I recall the auto glass guy at the glass shop I worked at years ago used some black, gooey stuff (note the use of highly technical jargon) - might haver been butyl sealant or something like that. If you attempt either, be sure to make your repair on a dry day as you noted, and blast any standing water out with air if possible. Silicone will not stick to any wet surface -- the black stuff might, but I'm not sure... good luck!, doug |
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