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Subject:Vibrating luggage rack
Date:Thu, 24 Apr 1997 17:58:09 -0400

Hi all,

Today I was on a highway for the first time since refinishing the luggage
rack on my '80 Westy.  I sanded it and repainted with Verilux marine paint
and then used a new rubber bulb type seal I got from Bus Boys last fall - it
looks great!  

Anyway, at highway speed (about 55 to 60, not sure, my speedo cable broke
recently) I noticed an occasional loud vibration of the front of the luggage
rack!  I was not happy.  Has anyone had this problem before?  I don't know
if I didn't do a good job putting it back on or if this is a problem with
these types of replacement seals.  Maybe air can get under the seal and make
the front of the fiberglass vibrate?  

Is it me or the seal?

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