box lid weatherstripping (how do I ???)

[s.e.charles]

if I knew what search words to use, I would have! but then I might have gotten mired in a plethora of threads which would have taken me far afield from my original search. so ….

to build a raised top over a stationary bottom, in effect a box with a lid, how do "we" seal the space between boxes? drips & wind driven water in the down position, and run off water driven in at the raised position.

I know this has been addressed, but don't know where to start the lessons. any help appreciated. thanks

 

[krick3tt]

Is it metal, wood, plastic? There are so many variables that your description of the 'box' is very vague. Pictures are a must with this type of question.

 

[s.e.charles]

I haven't built it yet. but it will be wood with other materials used as required. I can foresee some 1/8" aluminum strip for areas which might require reinforcement.



if this box lid was lifted 80%, how could water be kept out ? if it's left closed, how could water be kept out at 60 mph?

 

[The Artisan]

I haven't built it yet. but it will be wood with other materials used as required. I can foresee some 1/8" aluminum strip for areas which might require reinforcement.

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if this box lid was lifted 80%, how could water be kept out ? if it's left closed, how could water be kept out at 60 mph?

Look at my design. Lid closes on a bulbseal on a flush mount lip
Kevin

 

[s.e.charles]

i'll check the build thread before asking questions which many be answered within; thanks

 

[s.e.charles]

Alaskan Camper ?
Or is that too musical ??

it does have a nice ring to it. i'll see if i can find a cross section which shows the overlap & method of sealing.

btw: sometimes i have no idea what you're trying to communicate. i not as so smart - you might think.