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Gemstone · 07-01-2010, 10:32 AM

Well, OK....I started the project...bought the 4x4 electrical plate...started fitting that in place...decided against it...I think it's too thin and not large enough...so I'm off in search of 3/16" or 1/4" aluminum stock...maybe 6x6 or 6x8. The plywood core of the door has been compromised by several attempts to just drill new holes for new screw positions, and is no longer sufficient to hold new screws...thus the larger plate, thick enough to provide holding power for the screws. As for the adhesive, I'm still waiting for feedback on the proper type to use. It appears that the factory did use the RTV...it is a silicone based product that does adhere very well to the vinyl on the inside of the door...all that remains is to find the product...

Regards
Gemstone

07-01-2010, 10:32 AM	#10
Gemstone Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Boydton, VA Posts: 443	Well, OK....I started the project...bought the 4x4 electrical plate...started fitting that in place...decided against it...I think it's too thin and not large enough...so I'm off in search of 3/16" or 1/4" aluminum stock...maybe 6x6 or 6x8. The plywood core of the door has been compromised by several attempts to just drill new holes for new screw positions, and is no longer sufficient to hold new screws...thus the larger plate, thick enough to provide holding power for the screws. As for the adhesive, I'm still waiting for feedback on the proper type to use. It appears that the factory did use the RTV...it is a silicone based product that does adhere very well to the vinyl on the inside of the door...all that remains is to find the product... Regards Gemstone __________________ No longer on the road.