Otto,

I have tried the axle grease, but it wouldn't hold it securely enough to stay.

I will see what I have along the lines of weatherstrip adhesive. Thanks for the suggestion.

(I wonder why that deflector is not permanently attached to the backing plate.)

Last edited by Nick in Manitou; 06/12/2026 10:31 PM. Reason: add missing word!
Nick
1940 KC Model 1/2 Ton Pickup Project
(with '37-'39 Bed and what we think is a '42-'46 Frame)
Taos, New Mexico