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cover gasket

Posted: Thu Jul 05, 2012 3:39 pm
by og
I took apart the front tarp (cover) and I have noticed the transparent amber-colored sealant between the front cover and divider cover. Sealant peels off easily from the cover material and leaves no residue. Sounds and looks like a good idea, but what kind of sealant is that, does anybody know?

OG

Re: cover gasket

Posted: Thu Jul 05, 2012 6:20 pm
by pcolette
There was no sealant on either of my 710M's that had tops. Maybe something the previous owner did?
I've never had a leak there but of course now I will cause I opened my mouth :twisted:

Re: cover gasket

Posted: Thu Jul 05, 2012 6:27 pm
by 4x4Pinz
I take mine apart and use black rtv to make a good seal. When going down hill in a rain it used to really pour in the cab without it.

Re: cover gasket

Posted: Thu Jul 05, 2012 7:04 pm
by og
OK, originally it was not there, so I guess previous owner put it there. But what material did he use? Is RTV silicone easily removable?

Re: cover gasket

Posted: Thu Jul 05, 2012 8:10 pm
by 4x4Pinz
it won't stick to the vinyl unless it is cleaned really well before applying. Even my new top did not stick to the rtv. It just forms a gasket and helps keep the water out.