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Thread: Antenna Gasket Fix.....CHECK THIS OUT

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    Antenna Gasket Fix.....CHECK THIS OUT

    My antenna gasket is falling apart and I have been looking for a fix/replacement.

    Turns out, a fix might be real quick/easy.

    I have read plenty about a product called Sugru on LifeHacker.com, but after a buddy of mine at work was raving about it, I looked more closely at the Sugru website.

    Check out these examples of uses.....(they come in plenty of colors. I got black)

    http://sugru.com/car-enthusiasts
    The picture below is from the site, not mine. I am going to use black.


    After I install, I will take pictures and provide a review.



    $12 plus shipping for a 6 pack

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    Looking forward to the review. My antenna gasket is starting to crumble away.

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    I will see how many "packs" it takes to complete the job. If its only one, I can probably stick one in an envelope and mail it for $3.

    The shelf life of this product is 6 months

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    I just fixed mine with some black silicone. I was able to silicone what was left of the gasket in place and filled the rest with the black goo.

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    Quote Originally Posted by FenderBender View Post
    I just fixed mine with some black silicone. I was able to silicone what was left of the gasket in place and filled the rest with the black goo.
    Ditto.

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    Looks like a good product, i'm interested in seeing the results.

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    I "installed" some Sugru over the weekend.

    The process couldnt be easier.

    Its like playdough for about 30 minutes. Then you have to leave it alone to cure for roughly 24 hours.

    I used 2 packs and worked it into a good shape then took some soapy water to give a smoother finish (vs. have finger prints everywhere)

    I am over all pretty impressed with the product. It was a heck of alot cheaper than a new antenna and even easier to install.

    Its a little closer to a faded black, than a black when its all done. It almost matches the rest of the lightly faded roof rails.

    The sugru is heat and cold and UV resistant.

    Here are some pictures.....

    Dry Rotted gasket


    dirty under gasket (CLEAN BEFORE APPLICATION!)


    Immediately after smoothing with soapy water



    After roughly 48 hours and some rain


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