Re: [FWDLK] Cowl Gaskets

I have replaced the cowl gasket on my '55 Ply using the existing nails and when the nails have become loose, I install small stainless steel screws in place. As far as the radiator gasket, I carefully remove the staples and re-use them again retracing the holes to be made on the gasket with a pin. I guess I just try to retain originality as much as possible while protecting the paint finish, too.

However, if you decide to use an adhesive, I recommend the 3M black type. It has excellent to superior adhesion. I have used this adhesive on the fender skirts rubber gaskets and this stuff is strong. On the other hand, a disadvantage to using the adhesive is that if you try to replace the gaskets in the future, you will have to scrape off the old glue and gasket material which might cause the paint to come off and will leave an unsightly area. But if you use the existing nails/staples just peel of the old gasket and insert another one --no paint damage done whatsoever.

I've been told that the use of staples/nails by the factory was a means to save assembly time.

Jesus

From: "Rimington, Kenneth" <Kenneth.Rimington@xxxxxxx>
To: L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Monday, August 13, 2012 7:38 AM
Subject: [FWDLK] Cowl Gaskets

This is for the auto body experts. I am replacing the cowl and radiator support gaskets on my 56 Dodge Custom Royal. The radiator gasket is stapled on and the cowl gasket is nailed on with a “gripper” nail. Is it possible to reliably glue the replacement gasket in place or are the staples and nails required?

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