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Posted by: dgraves Nov 28 2016, 09:19 PM

Anyone ever replace the triangle window seal on the 914? If so, could you rate the difficulty and provide any tips?
Thanks,
Dan

Posted by: Mikey914 Nov 28 2016, 10:06 PM

It's a pain in the butt. 8 out of 10. There's a thread I did here showing the process.
The only reason I gave it a 8 is that the door has to be disassembled to get to it. However it's a good time to replace many other items that you have to take out.

Posted by: Mikey914 Nov 28 2016, 10:10 PM

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=230572&hl=Triangle+window+seal+B.B.

Posted by: BeatNavy Nov 29 2016, 04:29 AM

I did this a few months back, and there's a slight complication for early cars with the support bracket. You either have to modify the seal (cut a relief in it), which is not really easy to do, or remove the support bracket altogether. I did the latter, and it worked out ok. It's at the end of that thread Mark linked posted. Consider getting other seals and window/door odds and ends "while you're in there." 914Rubber has most of those items as well.

Posted by: JmuRiz Nov 29 2016, 09:06 AM

Lovely, glad to know it's easy

I need to take stock in everything I need from 914rubber and make a huge order. I'm in the 2017 build off and still in the parts acquisition phase. Needed to take the triangle rubber off for paint, so I have to put new ones back on.

Posted by: mb911 Nov 29 2016, 04:36 PM

I often wonder what it would cost to buy everything from 914 rubber that they make for a complete nut and bolt restoration..

Posted by: Mikey914 Nov 29 2016, 09:12 PM

Depends on the year. The bumper tops add some kit. The restoration kit lets you play with options.
By the way, those that bought the restoration kit for early will get the grills when they ship no extra charge as a merry Christmas gift.

Posted by: dgraves Nov 29 2016, 09:33 PM

Thanks to all...especially 914rubber. I'm compiling a list for this rebuild.

Posted by: carcus Nov 30 2016, 03:15 AM

914 Rubber has done wonders for me!!! I got all my seals done just before the snow is falling. Everything they do is a work of love for us owners.

Posted by: JmuRiz Nov 30 2016, 08:21 AM

Wow, didn't even know there was a kit option, I guess I was asleep at the wheel. I've bought so much stuff here and there that a kit would probably be a waste at this point.
You always do right by us, so I may need to e-mail you what I need and go from there.

Posted by: Mikey914 Nov 30 2016, 04:43 PM

Thanks guys.
Yes We try to kit. It will be cheaper to buy (except GBs), than buying individually.