[TR] TR6 windshield mounting

[Bob Labuz]

Joe,

On both my 4 and 6 I did not use any silicone or other sealant. I have 
been in 2 really big downpours in my 4 and 1 in the 6 and there are no 
leaks whatsoever on either car in the windshield.

Now, I have read the other replies that recommend using something, but 
for the life of me, I cant see how any water could get in through the 
seal, either from the body up or the windshield down.

But as you can see by the previous replies, some owners have experienced 
leaks.

Same thing with the glass seal. How could water get in through that 
tight seal unless the rubber was old and cracking?

But I guess it couldnt hurt as long as the sealant did not affect the 
life of the rubber.

Bob

On 01/09/2013 09:39 PM, Joseph Laurito wrote:
> I'm preparing the windshield prior to mounting and have a few questions for
> the group. The rubber seal that fits between the windshield frame and the
> scuttle is a fairly tight fit. Should it be glued to the frame and, if so,
> what adhesives are recommended. Is it a good idea to use some sort of
> caulking between the seal and the body of the car to insure water tightness?
> I see that the seal has a tendency to curl under the windshield frame. How
> do you keep it flat? My initial thoughts where to use a length of twine to
> pull it out while tightening the frame mounts, but that won't work if
> caulking is required.
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> Joe