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Window gasket question

PostPosted: Sun Oct 10, 2010 7:50 am
by Hikerjohnd
I just received a window from eBay. It has an attached rubber gasket where most folks would use butyl tape or silicone.

I am planning to use this as a sunroof and am very paranoid about leaks. Since this is a used window and I can't be 100% sure about the quality of the rubber, should I remove the rubber & seal with tape or silicone? Leave the rubber and use tape/silicone too?

Thanks for the help!

PostPosted: Sun Oct 10, 2010 8:31 am
by madjack
John, I think I would inspect the gasket closely and if it appears to be in good shape I would use it as is...I would however add a bead of sealant around the edge once installed just to be sure............
madjack 8)

PostPosted: Sun Oct 10, 2010 8:53 am
by Miriam C.
An Auto glass place may be able to get you a new one...if needed... Seal those wood edges real well before installing and if you do have a leak it won't do a lot of damage.. ;)