Footbox Panel Question

[gkp200]

I searched but did not see any related questions. For the driver's side footbox, the engine side panel butts up against the 4 inch frame. How is this secured? Is it just caulked along the frame?

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=94623&d=1538598048

[cv2065]

Yes, but once its all riveted in on the other sides, its very solid and cannot move. Put some sound deadner over it and should be good to go.

[Fixit]

I'm thinking about running a length of self-adhesive foam rubber weatherstrip along this edge, and probably trimming it a bit narrower once in. It'll help seal, and provide a "backer" for a nice bead of caulking/sealant.

[David Hodgkins]

My PERSONAL OCD preference only! ;)

I'd make a 1" wide strip and bend it to attach the lower panel to the 4" tube if that panel doesn't have a bend in it already.

I also replaced the front lower footbox panels with .100 panels instead of the .040 panels. They feel much sturdier under my feet that way with no chance of oil-canning.

:)

[gkp200]

David,

I don't have your sheet metal skills. I saw your panel finish post. I'm lucky to scotch brite and sharkhide the panels.

[phileas_fogg]

I sealed the gaps in my driver and passenger foot boxes with Dynatron 550 Auto Seam Sealer (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005RNFBMC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1). It goes on like silicon, but dries nice and firm. You can seal gaps 1/8"-3/16" wide; it's definitely strong enough to seal the gap you've shown in the picture (which is WAY better than my gap from a kit delivered in 2015!). Use painter's tape to keep it from getting all over and making a mess.


John

[DavidW]

I second what John said...automotive seam sealer. It comes in black and blends in with the black frame. Tape is a great idea, lay a generous amount in that seam and finger it in. Wear gloves.