Hi Mike, I used 3M weather strip adhesive to fasten the crash pad and 3M
strip
caulk under the windshield about 10 years ago and have not had any issues with
either the crash pad lifting or water getting under the windshield. Bob
Rochlin '72 TR 6
> From: Michael_Corbitt@ous.edu
> To: 6pack@autox.team.net
> Date: Sat, 25 Jun 2011 10:07:21 -0700
> Subject: [6pack] Upper Crash Pad Installation
>
> I have a couple of questions about replacing the upper crash pad on my 69
> TR6.
>
> The Bentley manual calls for applying adhesive S758 to the mating surfaces
of
> the crash pad and bulkhead panel. Will 3M Super Trim Adhesive work or is
> there a better recommendation? The crash pad I removed did not appear to
be
> installed with any kind of adhesive.
>
> When refitting the windshield frame, Bentley calls for a Seal-a-strip
between
> the rubber gasket and the scuttle panel. When I removed the windshield
frame
> some kind of sealant was there that had the look and consistency of rope
> caulk. I've used this stuff around the house for sealing doors and windows
> and thought about using it for this application. Any recommendation here?
> Are these Seal-a-strips still available?
>
> Also, is it recommended to put sealant between the rubber gasket and the
> windshield frame? None was there. I never had leaks in the past although
I
> was only in rain a few times.
>
> Mike
> Corvallis, Oregon
>
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