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The rain gutters on my Standard Ten Companion sit on top of the roof to side panel flange & were spot welded in place, I have removed them to repair both the gutters & the roof edge. It would be a bit tricky to plug weld them back then grind the welds, it has been suggested that I attach them using Tiger Seal which would not only fix them in place but prevent rain water from finding it's way into the joint, having not used this product before can anyone advise how strong & permanent this would?
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Mar 10, 2024 12:30:43 GMT
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It's basicaly the stuff they stick windscreens in with so it's pretty tough, best to prime both surfaces with some epoxy first though, Only issue I have had with it is the paint can crack over it, Also I'm not sure it would take the load of a roof rack.
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Mar 10, 2024 17:42:28 GMT
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It will work fine to bond and seal, its 100% impossible to remove afterwards though except with a grinder. It's used to fit body panels to cars.
You will need to clamp the gutters tight all the way along while it cures (I'd give it 48 hours before removing clamps). Excess sealant should be removed immediately (mask up either side of joint to make it easier) and can be wiped off with thinners. Don't overdo it with the thinners as you don't want it weakening your joint.
It probably would take a roofrack as it's bloody strong - but obviously it's not reccommended!
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Mar 10, 2024 19:51:48 GMT
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Thanks for the replies, no plans for a roof rack although roof rack fixing clamps usually pinch both the gutter and the flange beneath.
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