End Cap Cracks June 02, 2024, 02:44:37 pm So I guess these must be the inevitable cracks. I can juuuuuust feel them with my fingernail. I noticed them shortly after I got this rig and they don't seem to have noticeably changed. These are the only three so far and they are all on the driver side.So I have a question. Is this a good time to address them or should I wait until they open a bit?jor
Re: End Cap Cracks Reply #1 – June 02, 2024, 03:19:08 pm Jor,Our crack was a bit larger. Here is a pic of it. We had gone to Zion in fairly warm weather and the crack did not appear until about a week after we returned home to So Cal.Vince replaced the whole end cap and repainted it for about $400. Harold (BlueOx25) had recommended Captain Tolleys crack repair. Captain Tolley's Creeping Crack... Amazon.com: Captain Tolley's Creeping Crack Cure (Leak/Crack Sealer) 2 fl.oz...Unfortunately for us the crack was too wide. Captain Tollieys may be helpful to you.We have similar cracks in isolated areas but very minor. I may add some Tolleys to these areas.Dont fret. Be happy.Kent 1 Likes As an Amazon Associate Lazy Daze Owners' Group earns from qualifying purchases.
Re: End Cap Cracks Reply #2 – June 02, 2024, 04:30:03 pm We had a similar crack probably between Kent and JOR's in size which was discovered when I was re-calking all of our caps, windows and joints on our 98~MB last year with 3M 5200. At that time I just filled it with some 3M 5200 and I keep an eye on it since. Karen~Liam 98 ~ MB NinA 1 Likes
Re: End Cap Cracks Reply #3 – June 02, 2024, 04:33:04 pm Looks like the seam around the end cap needs sealant too. Something like 3M 4000 UV Polyether Adhesive Sealant would work. I would seal cracks asap to mitigate water intrusion. Ron S
Re: End Cap Cracks Reply #4 – June 02, 2024, 05:30:05 pm A polyurethane sealant will work on stress cracks, as long as the cracks are not the fullly across the cap.On full width cracks, especially on the rear caps, I prefer to use a clear tape made for exterior exposure , such as used for hood edge and bike frames.3M Scotchgard™ Helicopter Bike Frame Paint Protection Tape Vinyl choose size...Larry 1 Likes
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