Thanks for the update, Dave. I would like to see the pictures and hear your evaluation of your repair after you remove the parts again. I know what you mean about using silicone - that is my fear - if I don't get it completely fixed, I won't get a second chance. I may try to find some sealing "rope" in my neck of the woods that will provide a good seal while still allowing re-work, if needed.

A thought about the spoiler feet - since the "plate" at the base of the feet is the only metal part at the join area, do you think the plate could be coated with a rust inhibitor or just painted to stop the rust? If the o-rings are new, that would keep any water from entering the trunk area. Keeping ANY water out of the "well" would be the ideal plan, but do you think that would help stop any rusting if water was to get in there?

Thankfully, this isn't my DD so I have time to experiment.

Thanks again!!

RL