On my van roof, I have rust in the gutters and rubbing spots.




Reading previous posts, is Vulkem (polyurethane sealant) still the best solution for repair?
Reference 2012 posting: viewtopic.php?t=9779

Thank you, this forum is great!

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Jeff in Seattle
2001 Ford E-250 RB50

I had line-x sand out the drip rail rust, then spray a nice wrap around bedding surface for the pop top to nest. I had him continue up the drip rail to the windshield and also wrap the drip rail to the underside... It came out really nice and rid my brain of the ugly rust up there!
I can take pics next week if you would like and post them up here?

Yes! please do.

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2002 E350 7.3 PSD
Quigley 4x4, EB50 floorplan

Check out the topics that mention Avery UHA tape to protect the rubbing areas.

Here is one:

viewtopic.php?f=5&t=455&hilit=Avery+UHA

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2008 Ford E-350 Quigley 4x4 V10 - 164,000 miles
RB50, PH Top, Dual AGM Group 27 Deka, 2000 Tripplite Inv., No Propane or Water Systems
Van Weight 8,100 pounds, added one rear leaf spring, BFG AT KO LT265/70R17 E Tire press 50psi.

I like and use Vulkem. 1 <$10 tube will do your whole gutter. Messy stuff, wear disposable gloves and use masking tape for clean lines. Also, it needs 2-3 days to set up before you lower the top so that alone might rule it out for some.

I just used the tape Sportmobile uses on the new van, it's not cheap but it works great. Ck their store. Just clean, refinish the rusted spots and tape all around the contact areas.

In late 2014, I took it to Maaco because more of the front part of the roof needed to be re-painted and sealed.

Cost: $250

The work performed is still good.

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Jeff in Seattle
2001 Ford E-250 RB50