1940 cowl lacing
 

Has anyone had success with using weatherstrip cement instead of the provided non-authentic flathead countersunk screws to fasten the rubber cowl lacing. Maybe the heat and vibration would be a concern? Thanks.

Re: 1940 cowl lacing
 

Frankly I would avoid using weatherstrip cement. Put it back just like Ford did it. It will be there for a long time and look better.

Re: 1940 cowl lacing
 

4d: I just took these photos of my 40 Ford cowl lacing. I can't remember for sure but, I think the OEM piece was cork or a canvas material, not rubber. My piece is 44 in. long with 11 short flat head screws that can screw in flush with the rubber strip. There are 11 screws with the center screw on the apex of the curve in front of the cowl vent. I put just a tiny dab of clear silicone in each screw hole to help hold the rubber in place. The end of the weatherstrip is 3 1/2 in. from the side of the cowl where it curves downward and the two pieces of sheet metal meet on the side of the cowl. I'm pretty sure Mike ("Kube") knows for sure.

Re: 1940 cowl lacing
 

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/attac...4&d=1773001478

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/attac...5&d=1773001500

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/attac...6&d=1773001515

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/attac...7&d=1773001529

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/attac...8&d=1773001544

Re: 1940 cowl lacing
 

Thank you sir.

Re: 1940 cowl lacing
 

Thanks again guys for your wisdom and pics. Thanks, Pete, for the enlargements. I'm going with the screws!

Re: 1940 cowl lacing
 

4d: good decision. Use a dad of sealent on the screws to keep water out.

Re: 1940 cowl lacing
 

I have a 39 pickup, I was contemplating using plastic push pins like on modern cars. It will never be judged as original.

Re: 1940 cowl lacing
 

That's ok as long as they look good and fit properly under the hood. If possible, post a photo of the push pin you plan to use. Might help others.