sealing wheel arches

[Rich K]

Im in the progress of building an NCF Outbak

its mostly built and ready to be stripped down for paint.

there are areas within the rear arches that will allow water to seep into the car.





what is the best way to seal them?
I'd rather not have sealer that remains tacky as I'll like to be able to keep them clean as they will be on view.

thanks for you help

[TheLastPost]

Nip down to your local yacht chandlers and but some marine sealant like Sikaflex.

[Steve_D]

Sikaflex is a brand name for PU sealant.
We use the Wurth version called 'Bond N Seal' which is very good.

Don't use silicon.

Steve

[Rich K]

Thanks for your replies ......... the Wurth Bond and seal seems to be just what I'm after

I'll let you know how it goes

[FlossyThePig]

Steve_D said:

Don't use silicon.

I hope you mean silicone

[Steve_D]

FlossyThePig said:

Steve_D said:

Don't use silicon.

I hope you mean silicone

I'm an engineer and everyone knows we can't spell.

Steve

[KMF]

Ail seon that

[Red16]

Steve_D said:

Sikaflex is a brand name for PU sealant.
We use the Wurth version called 'Bond N Seal' which is very good.

Don't use silicon.

Steve

I've used this before and can confirm it is good stuff, although I found it difficult to find in my area.

[TheLastPost]

Red16 said:

I've used this before and can confirm it is good stuff, although I found it difficult to find in my area.

To some degree, PU is PU sealant. The OP's application isn't particularly critical, so I'd go with whatever your local stockist has. I only mentioned Sikaflex as it's probably the best-known trade name out there, but I wouldn't lose any sleep over having Sikaflex, Bond n Seal, or whatever alternative is easiest to get hold of.

As Steve said, the main thing is to check that it's PU rather than silicone, as the latter isn't nearly as tough (or as sticky!).