Wooden Roof Frame

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dunoon
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Wooden Roof Frame

Post by dunoon » Fri Aug 02, 2019 10:44 pm

I nearly ready to start installing the wooden roof frame on my 26 coupe. Does anyone use a sealer/ RTV under the wood or do youse wait till it's on and then seal the space between the wood and the top edge of the body? Thanks


FordorGalore
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Re: Wooden Roof Frame

Post by FordorGalore » Sat Aug 03, 2019 7:06 am

On the tops I've done I don't use any sealer under the top wood. I do however use a polyurethane sealer under the cobra grain. Loctite roof and flashing sealer works perfect and blends right in with the cobra grain. I also use the Loctite under the rain gutters and the hidem trim. It cleans up nicely with mineral spirits so you can get a tight seal all the way around the top.
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david_dewey
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Re: Wooden Roof Frame

Post by david_dewey » Sun Aug 04, 2019 3:07 am

While that top installation looks great, most of the evidence points to fold over welting being used, not hide-em. Minor detail, but thought you might like to know.
T'ake care,
David Dewey

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