In the area in question, my SE had like a metal looking tape over the gap, then a thin type of foam, very thin, I need to find something similiar to replace this thin foam substance. If anyone knows where you can get something similiar chime in. At any rate with the tape and the foam, you wont see the gaps. Remember the vinyl top will also have some backing also. When I first got my RT/SE I had two rather weather worn SE emblems. I cant find them but hope I can when the time comes. I didnt realize they are a little pricey on Ebay.