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Tinbasher 10-06-2021 06:10 PM

Seam Sealer on 31 Tudor
 

Does anyone know where seam sealer was applied on a 31 Tudor? I know I'll be sealing the header to the visor and the header panel. Any other spots I don't want any water damage once the cars completed. JP

Oldbluoval 10-08-2021 06:04 AM

Re: Seam Sealer on 31 Tudor
 

If I knew I’d post!
Watching cause I’d like some authoritative feedback
I’ve only been working on open cars for the las 25 years but interested
Except for Vics

Chris in WNC 10-08-2021 08:06 AM

Re: Seam Sealer on 31 Tudor
 

From my experience working on 3 different 30-31 Tudors, there was NO "seam sealer" applied at factory.
Welting around gas tank, fenders and running boards was it.
If your roof material is installed correctly, none will be needed.

Y-Blockhead 10-08-2021 10:55 AM

Re: Seam Sealer on 31 Tudor
 

I see the vendors sell a 'visor welt' that goes between the sun visor and the wooden header.. I don't know if that helps you or not.

https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/p...7757&cat=41654

31Tudor 10-08-2021 11:28 AM

Re: Seam Sealer on 31 Tudor
 

That is correct that a seam sealer was not originally used. There was welting between the upper windshield panel and the underside of the visor; as mentioned cowl/ tank welting and that was about it on the body. Anything that you would put on, would be extra assurance but not done at the factory.

BRENT in 10-uh-C 10-08-2021 12:18 PM

Re: Seam Sealer on 31 Tudor
 

As mentioned above, no Seam Sealer other than Lead was used originally ....however a FWIW, we do use Seam Sealer in several areas on the top including using it above the Quarter Lock Pillar in the joint between the Roof (Side) Panel - ** and the upper portion of the A-56610/11 Quarter Panel Upper. If you will apply two pieces of masking tape about ¼" from each side of the joint, then apply the sealer and screed off, this will fill the joint and create a smooth transition for the top material to follow. Remove the tape when the sealer has tacked-up, then use Wax & Grease Remover and a Nitrile Glove to featheredge where the tape was.

old ugly 10-08-2021 02:07 PM

Re: Seam Sealer on 31 Tudor
 

my only advise is.
if you are going to seal stuff on the body. NO NOT use silicone sealer.
your painter will hate you.
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Tinbasher 10-09-2021 02:36 PM

Re: Seam Sealer on 31 Tudor
 

Thanks Guys. I'll be using a 2 parts seam sealer so I'll be good. Thanks for the Idea of sealing the roof joint over the "B" pillar Brent. I had forgotten about the 1/4 welt under the visor.
I'm OK, I know the painter!!

JP


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