Tunnel hose protector issue

[no1b4me]

Not trying to spread misinformation just repeating what I have read in other spots. I can delete my post if you feel it is inappropriate. Like yours, my enclosed trailer has silicone used in it as well, just like my F150. I assumed both manufacturers would know what they can and can't use though.

Hey Crazy Canuk.....your information is valid, however for this application it is a real big stretch.... Any adhesive that will maintain a level of elasticity will work.... Whether it's a rubber contact cement or silicone.... It will work just fine.... All information is good learning experience.... Please don't take my post as a left hook to yours.... It's all good friend.
Cheers.

 

[RAMSOMAIR]

Once you tighten the bolt it will hold it in place. I just glued it so it stayed put during assembly.

 

[Crazy Canuk]

Hey Crazy Canuk.....your information is valid, however for this application it is a real big stretch.... Any adhesive that will maintain a level of elasticity will work.... Whether it's a rubber contact cement or silicone.... It will work just fine.... All information is good learning experience.... Please don't take my post as a left hook to yours.... It's all good friend.
Cheers.

No worries here, all good as well. Have a good day folks.

 

[yamamarc]

Once you tighten the bolt it will hold it in place. I just glued it so it stayed put during assembly.

I think it's time to change your profile pic with that sexy blue srx

 

[RAMSOMAIR]

yeah, when I get time......maybe February! Or when the 17' sells.

 

[RAMSOMAIR]

Better Marc?

 

[yamamarc]

Better Marc?

Perfect

 

[Byam]

It did the same on my sled. only 3000 km. :-/

rubber piece between pieces is a must

 

[vodoo child]

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I went with 3M double sided tape on mine. Same basic idea.

 

[Turboflash]

From a few years of observation of the size and density of the ice build-up in the tunnel on these 998s, I have tried to get in the habit of when leaving a watering hole or any time the sled has been sitting for a while, I do my best to pick up back end and slam it down trying to dislodge ice, then back up to eject it before going forward. I have often been surprised at how big the ice chunks can be. No wonder it damages the hoses, tunnel, heat exchangers, etc. Then, when parking for the night outside, I have a wood shovel handle (no shovel) that I use to dislodge all the large ice chunks in the tunnel and then put sled on stand in reverse to eject the chunks. Easier to do at the end of the day rather than in the morning when the ice is like concrete.
Another point to note is putting covers or tunnel protectors over the heat exchangers only prevents them from doing their job (to give off heat to the ice and snow they come in contact with).

 

[WinderFab]

I also do the same thing regarding removing the ice buildup, I carry a small plastic hammer with me, always park front end first at motels, knock the ice loose and reverse out in the morning, works like a charm.