seam seal??????

**Cincyjp** · 03-15-2011, 15:34

I just use Gear Aid's Silnet silicone seam sealer on the pullouts of my BMJ and SF.

http://www.rei.com/product/705425

**hanginhillbilly** · 04-12-2011, 02:16

Bringing this one back... I did some searching and haven't found it. Do you seal the pullouts on the outside of the tarp or the inside or both?

**nthAirguy** · 05-21-2011, 23:27

You do not need to seal both sides. Looks like if you seal the outside you get a better seal and use less silicone. But then the work is not as clean /hidden. I just bought a superfly in camo that I need to seal. Havent decided which side I will seal yet.

**Bubba** · 05-21-2011, 23:46

Originally Posted by nthAirguy

You do not need to seal both sides. Looks like if you seal the outside you get a better seal and use less silicone. But then the work is not as clean /hidden. I just bought a superfly in camo that I need to seal. Havent decided which side I will seal yet.

AFAIK WB tarps ridgeline do not need to be sealed. The way Brandon sews it with gros grain seals it up without sealer.

**Boothill** · 05-22-2011, 00:28

Originally Posted by hanginghokie

Bringing this one back... I did some searching and haven't found it. Do you seal the pullouts on the outside of the tarp or the inside or both?

i did both sides of the pull outs on mine, didn't see what it could hurt to be sure

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**nthAirguy** · 05-24-2011, 22:42

Originally Posted by Bubba

AFAIK WB tarps ridgeline do not need to be sealed. The way Brandon sews it with gros grain seals it up without sealer.

Right, I was referring to the panels.
I had the tarp out in some light rain and didn't notice any leaking. Planning on doing a light seal, maybe just enough to sil the thread, can always add more later.