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Re: Another Vaclav convert
By:Ross Leidy
Date: 8/4/2000, 12:46 pm
In Response To: Re: Another Vaclav convert (mike allen --->)

I really wanted to use 1/8" x 3/8" weatherstripping in the mold and 1/4" x 3/8" in the final installation (like Spidey), but I couldn't find the right stuff. I used what I found, which was 1/4"x1/2" for the mold and 3/8"x1/2" for the final gasket. This made the lip thicker (and heavier) than it needed to be, but oh well. I'm at the mercy of Home Depot. There's a new Lowes opening up soon within walking distance of work, so I'm anxious to sample their wares. If I find thin weatherstripping, I'm buying a small supply.

The weatherstripping feels kinda like a spongier neoprene - I think it will work just fine. I'll probably put a small dab of silicone sealer on the ends where they meet.

Ross

: Hey Ross, Spidey: what are the two gaskets both of you guys are using. The
: one for the groove and the one installed later? How are you sealing the
: ends?

: -mick

Messages In This Thread

Another Vaclav convert *Pic*
Ross Leidy -- 8/4/2000, 10:40 am
Re: Another Vaclav convert
Tig and Tink -- 8/5/2000, 2:08 am
Re: Another Vaclav convert
Larry C. -- 8/4/2000, 1:58 pm
Re: Another Vaclav convert
Ross Leidy -- 8/4/2000, 2:18 pm
Re: Another Vaclav convert
mike allen ---> -- 8/4/2000, 11:45 am
Re: Another Vaclav convert
Ross Leidy -- 8/4/2000, 12:46 pm