I just applied liberal amounts of clear GE silicone to all the bolts both
inside and out and have not had a single leak all winter here in gorgeous
upstate NY.

Jason

----- Original Message -----
From: "Spencer Allen" <SPENCERVW@AOL.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Sunday, March 12, 2000 3:52 PM
Subject: sealing compound for skylight bolts?

> After installing a new skylight on my 85 Westy I noticed water leaking
from
> the bolts after driving in the rain. I then reread the instructions which
> said to use a "gum" sealer around the bolts. What is a gum sealer and what
> have you all used for this? I sure it would have to be safe for the
plastic
> skylight. Any recommendations? Thanks
> Spencer
>