Dave Terrick wrote:
>
> Brad - and listers -
>
> I still see spitfire references on our "big" TR list. This is good.
>
> I have done several restorations and have followed the lead of an even more
> experienced restorer on this one - a product called "dum dum" is what is
> good for sealing bolt holes, etc. Most autobody supply shops can order it
> or stock it. it is an old style product much like plasticine (kids
> playdoh). It will stay flexible forever. If you have ever removed your
> seatbelt anchor bolts you will have seen this stuff.
>
> There is also a product called "brushable seam sealer" which can be used
> for sealing new rockers / floors, etc. Being of the consistency of runny
> yogurt you can smear it by hand (wear glovess, of course) or brush it.
>
> Referring to my GT6 factory manual, here are examples of the stuff used:
>
> -bolted metal to metal joints, metal mouldings, small screwa, etc:
> Expandite Sealastic (dumdum)
>
> - external joints (wing seams, floor seams, trunk seams, etc) Kelseal or
> Expandite Plastisol (modern flexible seam sealer)
>
> - windshield to body - "use approved mastics" - stuff like dumdum.
>
> This is a small sample of the info provided in a factory manual. Get one.
> It is invaluable. I have a friend in the body shop businss (who is
> originally from England and speaks "english") who may be able to translate
> the old stuff into modern compounds from Dupont or PPG etc. Many votes
> will make this an article submitted to the VTR page!
>
> Dave Terrick
> Dave Terrick
> 69 GT6+
> Winnipeg
NAPA also carries dum-dum, Dave you are telling your age, not many people
remember dum-dum.
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