Hey Lads,

My aftermarket tail lights were originally held in place with some sort of adhesive sealant. I obviously do not know what was used originally but the stuff was very good at holding the assemblies in place.

I now have to replace mine after pulling them out for servicing and was wondering if anyone has a good recommendation for a seriously good product that will hold these things in place?

Commercially available stuff of course, I don't want to have to go ordering stuff in if I can avoid it.

The original stuff was grey in color and I need to stick with that. Can't risk using black in case there is some oozing

 

You might try some JB weld, "minute weld". It dries clear and comes in a double syringe package. I used it to glue on my inside third brake light and it has held fine for several months, even in some high heat.

 

Whereas that would work to secure them, they would be permanent and I may need to remove them again in the future.

Was hoping to find some sort of flexible adhesive that I could cut out later if needed.

Bernie

 

You may want to look at an RTV sealant product. Quite a few formulas and colors to choose from....

 

Not sure if you can get it in the US, but Tiger Seal is brilliant stuff - sticks like s*** to a shovel, but can be cut out if eventually necessary.
Both black and white are available.
Otherwise, any polyurethane sealant should be OK




https://www.amazon.co.uk/Tiger-Polyu.../dp/B0039ZTYK0

 

Butyl caulk strips. Come in various sizes and colors. Body shop suppliers, some home stores, Amazon, etc. Ford used it to secure replacement taillight lenses on Fairmonts, etc.