59 Tail Light Lenses and gaskets

[MinnesotaPaul]

I just bought new tail light lenses for my '59. The old ones were in one piece but had a few cracks and what not.

I also bought new gaskets, but I'm pondering how to install them. Are they glued to the tail light housing? I can't see how to hold them in place while installing the lens.

Thanks for your help.

 

[Bwmurph]

MNPaul,

Are you talking about the red lenses over the taillight assembly or the inner Tail Lamp lenses ? For the outer ones (red lenses) you might want to try a little dab of silicone just to hold it in place. The inner lenses shouldn't be a problem

Bernie O

 

[MinnesotaPaul]

MNPaul,

Are you talking about the red lenses over the taillight assembly or the inner Tail Lamp lenses ? For the outer ones (red lenses) you might want to try a little dab of silicone just to hold it in place. The inner lenses shouldn't be a problem

It is the gasket under the red lens. You're right the inner lens is no problem. When I took it all a part and took the old gaskets off, it appeared that they were glued in somehow. I'm just wondering what the proper way to do this is. Silicone it a pretty good idea though. I just need to gently hold it in place while I install the lens. Thanks.
Paul