Bed Panel over Shocks

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  1. R.C.Heli Pilot

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    Changed the rear shocks yesterday on my 66
    I did a search on here for sealing the panel but only found where someone used plumbers putty
    or weather stripping from home depot

    I am considering using RTV or outdoor home caulk
    anyone use either or have suggestion for something else ?
     
  2. beerbelly

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    I used closed cell foam weatherstrip on my '65, but there are still areas around the wheel wells where water can sneak in.
     
  3. handy_andy_cv64

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    Don't use RTV, I agree with Beerbelly, use 'camper tape,' as it's meant to not stick to one side of the joint. I'd apply it to the cover. As for water getting in through the wheel wells, I'd just make sure there's drainage.
     
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  4. R.C.Heli Pilot

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    Can you expand on why not to use RTV or Caulk please
     
  5. Hillbilly

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    Too easy to create a mess. It can also pull up your paint when you have to open it up again.
     
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    Yeah, you will cement it down with RTV and most caulks, so you pay hell trying to get inside if you need to.
     
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    Whatever you use, make sure the drain holes in there are clear.
     
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  10. R.C.Heli Pilot

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    Thanks everybody

    I am going to leave it unsealed for now and contemplate my options for a while
    also I am installing a craftec tonneau cover tomorrow
    after I install it I plan on really hosing it down with the garden hose and see how much it leaks
    living in Arizona just west of Phoenix rain isnt much of a concern normally
     
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  12. Huevos

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    He just wants to seal it temporarily, Mortite is easy to apply and easy to remove.
     

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