In place of Dum Dum

[fillpoke]

I'm about to refit the alloy panels into the new wooden sides of my Traveller. I know that in the past dum dum would have been used between the panel and the wood as a sealer to keep out water. Now that Dum Dum is not available what's the best thing to use?
thanks,
Dave

[taupe]

Hi

the original sealant was butyl rubber like this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/220511701496? ... 1423.l2649

Its also available in a sealant tube.. look for 'Butyl Rubber'

Dum dum was a similar material

Taupe

[Ratbag]

This is what I used:

http://www.marinemastics.com/marine-fle ... tubes.html

(in black). Nicer to apply than silicone - can be painted over - wipes off with turps while wet.
I've given up buying silicone in the house now too!

[fillpoke]

Thanks for the advice. they both look good so will have to decide which to use.