Parts Wanted rubber seal

[Rkb53]

On the factory hard tonneau cover there is a rubber seal that covers the hinge in the middle of the cover that shows on the outside of the cover. Mine is drying out and starting to crack. I tried looking for a new one and cant find anyone that has a new one and cant figure out what to use to replace it. Anyone know where to get one or what to use to replace it?

Thanks

 

[user 64972]

I'm in the same boat as you, I need one or something else that works for mine!

OLE442

 

[Rkb53]

Hope someone out there has a solution for this problem. I can't believe we are the only 2 with this problem. I guess it's wait and see time......

 

[Biggy Two]

Same problem on my 2009 STA and no luck finding one. I read on another site that an owner used a 26" bicycle inner tube trimmed to fit. He then sprays it periodically with a rubber preservative to maintain it.

I am thinking of doing same or the flexible rubber from the bottom of a garage door. Just have to wait until Spring to do it.

 

[STA TRINITY]

So I don’t know if any of this helps at all, it will cost what it cost, my dealer got hold of the original manufacturer and ( they know what it is worth) and found one.

 

[user 64972]

Did it come with a reference part number that we could ask for if we contacted the company in Portland??

 

[Todd Z]

They are a diamond in the rough.... Some use bicycle tire tubes, some use tape, others use "Tailgate dust seal" and if your lucky to find one..... EARLY 01 is different then the rest too.... Gen 2 is different then gen 1.... There is a ford part number just have to find it on the one i have here. ALSO they will run $150 or more now.

 

[Putinbayfun]

Here is a link to the previous thread requesting info for this part (Rubber seal for tonneau cover hinge). It references the member who used a 26” bike inner tube.

The Ford OEM part number (for gen2 ST) is 7A2Z-9900072-D. Good luck finding one. Best bet is an Ford dealer that moves parts online.

https://www.explorerforum.com/forums/threads/2010-sport-trac-bi-fold-hard-tonneau-cover.417085/

 

[Putinbayfun]

some other info/possible options

 

[Rkb53]

Hi Todd
If by chance you have a part number, that would be great. Also, any chance you are willing to sell me the one you have? If so, just let me know.
Thanks
Randy

 

[STA TRINITY]

Did it come with a reference part number that we could ask for if we contacted the company in Portland??

Hi Todd
If by chance you have a part number, that would be great. Also, any chance you are willing to sell me the one you have? If so, just let me know.
Thanks
Randy

It’s a 2010 part gen 2

 

[Rkb53]

Todd
I own an 08 limited so I guess it's the same part number, isn't it? If you want to sell it, just let me know how much for a long time old friend like me.
Randy
Ps. Nice collection of Sthil power equipment you have there. I'm jealous.

 

[Todd Z]

Todd
I own an 08 limited so I guess it's the same part number, isn't it? If you want to sell it, just let me know how much for a long time old friend like me.
Randy
Ps. Nice collection of Sthil power equipment you have there. I'm jealous.

All Gen 2 are the same part number. Not my post. Not my tools. I have the one I need to keep for my blue truck.

 

[STA TRINITY]

Todd
I own an 08 limited so I guess it's the same part number, isn't it? If you want to sell it, just let me know how much for a long time old friend like me.
Randy
Ps. Nice collection of Sthil power equipment you have there. I'm jealous.

More candy little girl?

 

[WinoOutWest]

Thought I would throw this out here: I discovered Eternabond Roof Seal tape when fixing a roof on my RVa bunch of years ago. This stuff is awesome and I've used it for many different uses and I suspect it might work well here. I've used to repair the hinge on my hot tub which sees way more chemicals and use than my tonneau cover would. With a clean surface, this stuff doesn't come off, seals well and has stood the test of time. Also available in black. Once you have a roll of it you will find lots of other uses for it.
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=eternabond+black&crid=17XNBOHWPEJ0Z&sprefix=eternabond+black,aps,124

 

[Rkb53]

Sorry about that Todd. Tried to give you credit for something you don't even have.

 

[Rkb53]

Mr. Sta
You are my new best friend. That is a really impressive collection of the good old orange and white. I was in the power equipment business for many years and sold and serviced a huge amount of Sthil equipment. It was the only brand I carried and is still the best out there.

So, any chance you want to sell that seal old friend?
Thanks

 

[Todd Z]

Sorry about that Todd. Tried to give you credit for something you don't even have.

Really ???? Materialistic items don't make the junk bigger.....

 

[Rkb53]

As long as you understand what you just replied with, that's all that matters. I for one don't have a clue about what you are referring to. Thanks for replying anyway.

 

[Biggy Two]

Today I bought this very flexible steel garage door weather seal that looks very flexible and is easy to trim. Under $10 for a 9 foot length and approximate thickness of original piece. Shiny side will be outside and am looking forward to doing this project in a few weeks.