Seam Sealer
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Tuned
Joined: Nov 2003
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From: Eastern Washington
Seam Sealer
Working on the interior cab. Can anyone recommend what kind of sealer to use for the floor pan seams? I have used 3M sealer in the caulking tubes but can't remember what number of caulk would be best for the job. Appreciate any help.
Cargo Master
Joined: Mar 2001
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From: Elk River, MN
I used an Eastwood product called seam sealer. It comes in a can and is applied with a cheap narrow throw away brush. Is flows nicely into the seams, dries in a few hours, has a smooth even paintable surface. Seems to me it was about $25 or $30 for a quart. That is enough to do a couple of complete vehicles anywhere two pieces of metal are welded together that will not be a class A painted outer finished surface.
Hotshot
Joined: Jan 2001
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From: SE Wisc. (the Rust Belt)
I use a flexible silconized latex sealer. With any type of sealer the important thing is to make sure it is paintable. If you use plain silcone sealant the paint will not sick and it can cause fish eyes in the paint in areas surrounding the seams and places you might accidently touch. Also, some silicone sealant will rust steel. Make sure you read the label.
