I have a 03 wrx with the original trunk with the sti wing on the back so im using just the four holes on the lid. so that leaves two holes that ran the cable inside the wrx spoiler wide open. So i would expect to see some during the winter from all the car washes that i get but not like a puddle that i have. i was wondering if anyone that has the sti spoiler or anyone with any knowledge on this to fill me in on how to fix it long term. i was thinking of using some tape to cover the cable holes but not sure what kind of tape would work best. i have also thought of using grommets or that foat tape. any thoughts?
sounds like a good idea but wont the silicon drip down due to gravity. stupid question i know but i have never worked with silicone glue.
You could also get creative. Maybe some flat head bolts with rubber washes. High tech stuff right there
oh ok gotcha. two more questions. how does it hold up in the hot days of summer or in the cold days of winter. and is it easy to clean up if i want to put my wrx spoiler back on?
thats also a good idea but the hole for the cable is under the inner frame of the lid. cant reallly get at it without cuting up my lid.
Well its what people use to seal houses from the elements. So I think it should hold up fine. Clean up, well, depends on how lucky you get.
hmm not really sure how i would feel about removal of the silicon. ill wait for more people to ring in and see what they have to say. but thanks for the help.
I use silicone on my aero guards, and remove the fronts every winter to clear my winter tires. the silicone will come off of the paint, no problem. (just use some elbow grease) make sure you get an outdoor silicone, and try not to buy the cheap stuff.
I would like to add that... "Silicon" and "Silicone" (with an "e") ...are completely different things. SiliconE caulk is what you would want to use. You're not making circuit boards here. Clear 100% silicone caulk would work well and shouldn't be too terrible to clean off if you want to remove it.
Nope. Just go to your local home store and get a small tube. You won't need much. Be careful how you work with it though. It's reeeeealy sticky until it dries. Use gloves or keep your hands wet.
Hehehe... "moisture in the trunk"... "thick caulking." Yes, I AM 12. FYI, use the stuff for "windows, siding and doors" that is 100% silicone not "latex or acrylic" silicone for best adhesion and long-lasting seal (not all sealants are created equal). FYI 2, all silicones cure best above 60 degrees... and take longer than overnight for full cure... something to keep in mind.
well damn that sucks. guess ill have to bring the whole trunk inside this weekend then if i want to to cure correctly.
GE II says that it "applies in all weather conditions". http://www.homedepot.com/buy/ge-ii-window-door-clear-caulk-98-oz-ge5000-24c.html#.URQD-rThC2w I've always had good luck with GE silicone. I think it would still be good if you could park in a garage space, even if not heated. Maybe cover the exterior of the trunk with towels?..
There is nothing wrong with the clear, but it will be clear and then if you back it with anything it will be that color
If it's under the spoiler, does it matter if it's black or clear? If you can put some tape over the bottom of the hole, it will help keep the silicone in place so it doesn't drip through. I put silicone on the entire front edge of my STi spoiler to keep water from running under it.
