Author Topic: Installing Hardtop Roof Garnish Mouldings (aka ski rack attachments)  (Read 3022 times)

Nate

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I'm completely restoring my hardtop and I've decided to add the roof garnish mouldings (aka ski rack attachments).  I'm trying to find out what material or compound I should use to seal the holes that are drilled to secure the mouldings to the hard top.  The last thing I want to see is water stains on my new headliner...  >:( Thanks!
1971 280SL
Arabian Gray / Dark Red Leather

2013 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Coupe
Black on Black

2013 ML350 4MATIC
Arctic White on Almond Beige
Wife's car that I get to drive

1964 Porsche 356C Coupe
Irish Green on Black
Black Plate CA Car
Unrestored

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I plan to install the rail on my roof.  I plan to fill the bolt hole top and bottom (outside and inside the roof) with silicon caulk. Then, when I tighten the rail mounting bolt, the caulk will fill all the little cracks.


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Nate

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Gernold suggested a urethane adhesive made by Wurth.  He hasn't had any issues (leaks) and this material seems to hold up well over time.
1971 280SL
Arabian Gray / Dark Red Leather

2013 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Coupe
Black on Black

2013 ML350 4MATIC
Arctic White on Almond Beige
Wife's car that I get to drive

1964 Porsche 356C Coupe
Irish Green on Black
Black Plate CA Car
Unrestored