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07-31-2012, 01:33 PM
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tail light gasket?
I am getting water coming into the trunk through the tail lights so I ordered new gaskets from Firebird Central. They are very thick, hard rubber, not foam like the ones I have in there now. There is no way in hell you can get the housing back into the rear panel with these things. Anyone recommend a better gasket? These things are ridiculous.
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08-03-2012, 12:44 PM
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Anyone? Has anyone had to run a bead of sealant around these things to keep water out? I'm losing patience with my wet trunk.
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08-03-2012, 04:44 PM
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3M Strip Caulk works pretty good for making gaskets.
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08-05-2012, 11:01 AM
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Thanks, that's what I was thinking of trying.
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08-05-2012, 11:21 AM
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Have you tried leaving the rubber gaskets out in the sun for a couple hours? Maybe they'll soften up to be serviceable and take shape when cooled off.
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08-06-2012, 11:56 AM
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These things are way too thick and stiff, even heating them would do nothing. I'm going to try some strip caulk.
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