<VV> Backlight (rear windshield) advice request - for LM coupe

[tony underwood]

On 9/9/2024 9:15 PM, Andy Kinzelman via VirtualVairs wrote:
> To All,My friend has a LM coupe - where we assume the backlight is completely loose from the gasket/seal material; as it rattles around.  Later this year he intends to replace the glass with a proper fix; but can't do so before this weekend (big show).
>
> Can anybody suggest a temporary repair with the trim and glass removed?  I thought of either a 1/4" bead of black silicone caulk, or possibly a bead of slow setting gel superglue on top of the existing seal material to hold the glass in place; then replacing the trim.
> I know these are both half-assed repair options, but this will allow him to use his car for the balance of the season.Thanks,Andy K.Wisconsin
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It will take less time to simply reseal the backlight glass as per 
factory with "tar rope" than to attempt to glue it into place with RTV.  
I wouldn't even think of trying to stick in place with Any sort of 
superglue.  Last time I did it with tar rope it took me an hour, by 
myself, with a couple of suction cups that I use for body work such as 
pulling out broad dents etc.  That included the time to clean off the 
hardened original seal.


tony..


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