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Trim molding/screw cover
- KyleR
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Trim molding/screw cover
As you can see from the pics attached, our screw cover/trim molding on the exterior was in pretty poor shape. After much research, I found an Amazon supplier that would send samples of various sizes and colors for just the cost of shipping. So I ordered a set and they turned out to be really nice.
While all three profiles (1/2", 5/8" and 3/4") would fit into the slot, the 5/8" gave us the look we were going after and provided a solid seal. The 1/2" was a little loose and the 3/4" bulged a little more than we preferred.
Anyway, here's some before and after pics, along with a profile of what we took out vs. the new. I'm also attaching a pic of the sample I ordered in case someone else is interested. I have no connection with this seller and get nothing in return. And since I just installed it, I am not sure about longevity. However for now at least I have a good seal and it look so much better!!
Hope this helps someone!
Kyle
2002 Carver 396
Twin Cummins 6BTA 370HP
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- paulr
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Re: Trim molding/screw cover
That is how I found out there was a Carver Owners Forum (asking about enginine issues). There is a wealth of information here and I just hope it keeps going.
- KyleR
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- Midnightsun
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Re: Trim molding/screw cover
On my previous boat I had an intermittent leak in the head that would rear its ugly face now and then by staining the monkey fur. Lasted for years because I could not figure out where in the world it was originating from. Turns out one of the screws under that same windshield moulding was missing and rain water got through, traveled about 7' all the way back to the head and then down the wall. Check those screws for tightness if you get in there to change the rubber!
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I believe there may have been a pervious thread about it here.
- nw340driver
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Re: Trim molding/screw cover
KyleR wrote:Source of the post Just wanted to pass along something I found that may be useful to others.
As you can see from the pics attached, our screw cover/trim molding on the exterior was in pretty poor shape. After much research, I found an Amazon supplier that would send samples of various sizes and colors for just the cost of shipping. So I ordered a set and they turned out to be really nice.
While all three profiles (1/2", 5/8" and 3/4") would fit into the slot, the 5/8" gave us the look we were going after and provided a solid seal. The 1/2" was a little loose and the 3/4" bulged a little more than we preferred.
Anyway, here's some before and after pics, along with a profile of what we took out vs. the new. I'm also attaching a pic of the sample I ordered in case someone else is interested. I have no connection with this seller and get nothing in return. And since I just installed it, I am not sure about longevity. However for now at least I have a good seal and it look so much better!!
Hope this helps someone!
Kyle
Really great post, Kyle, thank you! I am in the market for - what I believe to be - the very same seal! I did not see the source information (other than Amazon) in your post. Would you be able / willing to share the vendor name and/or some listing identification? Thank you! Or, feel free to DM me.
~David
- KyleR
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Re: Trim molding/screw cover
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071WX1N5D?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
If not, let me know and I'll try again! . This is just the link to order the sample pack.
2002 Carver 396
Twin Cummins 6BTA 370HP
- nw340driver
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Re: Trim molding/screw cover
KyleR wrote:Source of the post See if this works:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071WX1N5D?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
If not, let me know and I'll try again! . This is just the link to order the sample pack.
Kyle,
Very helpful! That does appear to the right style of trim that I need. I have done a ton of web searching and found the name 'screw cover vinyl' and molding trim vinyl' as helpful search terms.
The ones you sent are too small for my application, I need 1 " trim (outside width) and the inside is 13/16". I have uploaded a couple of photos that show my application.
Do you happen to know the manufacturer of the trim samples you referred? I would like to find the mfr's website to see if the size and color I need is available.
Here is a link to TaylorMade's website, where they stock and sell a variety of these types of trims, in case this is useful for others:
https://www.taylormadeproducts.com/hard ... er-vinyls/
Many thanks to all!
-David
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