Seam Sealer on 31 Tudor

[Tinbasher]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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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]

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]

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