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Posted by: 1adam12 Jul 13 2017, 03:26 PM
Hi everyone! I'm trying to install a new set of outer door fuzzies I recently purchased from 914rubber but I'm having a hell of a time removing the old fuzzy. I was able to locate and remove the 3 screws that hold the original fuzzy in place but it's been difficult trying to get the old decrepit fuzzy strip out of the retaining bracket?
Does this bracket come off somehow because it's a pain trying to pick and break up the old strip through the top of the door. Even if I was able to break up most of the old strip, the top metal portion would still be lodged within the top of the bracket.
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Posted by: toolguy Jul 13 2017, 04:32 PM
see the hole with the light shining through. . Isn't that the access hole to the screw that hold the strip on. . IIRC there are 3 of them
Posted by: 1adam12 Jul 13 2017, 04:37 PM
see the hole with the light shining through. . Isn't that the access hole to the screw that hold the strip on. . IIRC there are 3 of them
I did use the holes to access the screws which have been removed already. Problem is removing the old strip now.
Posted by: 1adam12 Jul 13 2017, 04:57 PM
I guess my question is does the entire piece of aluminum strip that holds the fuzzy and scraper come off once you've removed the 3 small screws? It doesn't seem like I can pry it off without damaging the track or the door but I'm being cautious.
Posted by: arne Jul 13 2017, 05:50 PM
Push it down into the door. I did mine last week.
Posted by: 914_teener Jul 13 2017, 05:53 PM
I guess my question is does the entire piece of aluminum strip that holds the fuzzy and scraper come off once you've removed the 3 small screws? It doesn't seem like I can pry it off without damaging the track or the door but I'm being cautious.
Did you actually unscrew the whole screw or did they break off?
I had to drill the screws out in my car cause they broke off and couldn.t pull the channel off without effing it up.
Posted by: PanelBilly Jul 13 2017, 06:00 PM
I spent several, yes several long nights replacing that fuzzy strip. The steel backer in the original ones had rusted and I needed to scrap the crap out carefully. Themn putting them back in was another loooong project. just one of those jobs that tests you
Posted by: mgphoto Jul 13 2017, 06:00 PM
The screws tend to bend the metal in the holes preventing the strip from being removed.
A few good taps with a hammer and long screwdriver downward.
Posted by: Mikey914 Jul 13 2017, 06:07 PM
We do make replacement aluminum strips if you need them, but you shohld be able to push down. Hopefully not a broken screw, but if you look st the ones you removed you can tell. Take a wood shim and tap down on it as not to damage the old track but if you need them we do have new ones.
Mark
http://shop.914rubber.com/91453195910-Door-aluminum-tracks-hold-rubber-fuzzey-2-91453195910.htm?categoryId=-1
Posted by: barefoot Jul 13 2017, 06:47 PM
Those 3 little screws were the only ones on the entire car that I could not remove, I finally gave up.
Posted by: mgphoto Jul 13 2017, 06:53 PM
Those 3 little screws were the only ones on the entire car that I could not remove, I finally gave up.
Drill them out and use stainless steel replacements.
Posted by: banananose914 Jul 13 2017, 10:51 PM
For removing the screws I used Map gas. You just have to be careful you don't apply too much heat and screw up the door itself. Once the channels are off, you can soak them in water to loosen things up. I used a putty knife to scrape out what was still left in the channel. I then sandblasted them, and sprayed them with Krylon dull aluminum paint. Make sure that when you install them, the screws sit flush with the channel and they don't protrude into the fuzzy itself. If they do, you stand the chance of scratching your window. As stated above, use stainless steel screws. I live in Orange County, if you need some help restoring them let me know. I'll do what I can to help you. Jim.
Posted by: 1adam12 Jul 14 2017, 12:30 AM
Did you actually unscrew the whole screw or did they break off?
I had to drill the screws out in my car cause they broke off and couldn.t pull the channel off without effing it up.
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I was able to get 2 out of 3 screws out with no problem. I stripped the head on the last one but was able to carefully twist it out with angled needle-nose pliers.
Posted by: 1adam12 Jul 14 2017, 12:42 AM
Thank you everyone for your replies and knowledge on this topic. I made sure to do a search on the web, here and on the other public forums first before posting here. It seems that most write-ups didn't go over how to remove the actual aluminum track to get better access to getting the old fuzzy strip out. The scrape out method while everything is still inside the door would be insane sorry PanelBilly
I'll try the methods that you all have mentioned tomorrow. A weekend project it seems now smh! 
Posted by: 1adam12 Jul 14 2017, 12:49 AM
For removing the screws I used Map gas. You just have to be careful you don't apply too much heat and screw up the door itself. Once the channels are off, you can soak them in water to loosen things up. I used a putty knife to scrape out what was still left in the channel. I then sandblasted them, and sprayed them with Krylon dull aluminum paint. Make sure that when you install them, the screws sit flush with the channel and they don't protrude into the fuzzy itself. If they do, you stand the chance of scratching your window. As stated above, use stainless steel screws. I live in Orange County, if you need some help restoring them let me know. I'll do what I can to help you. Jim.
Awesome Jim! Great step by step explanation. I can definitely get a visual on how to finish the job now and thank you for the tips on the reinstallation. My neighbor has a sandblaster which I've been using every weekend so far trying to restore bits and pieces. My channels need it as they were over-sprayed from the previous owner's paint job. I'll try and find that dull aluminum paint.
Posted by: Mikey914 Jul 14 2017, 12:43 PM
No need to paint. Use acetone and some scotchbrite to remove paint and youcan polish id you wish (no one really sees this part).
Mark
Posted by: jim_hoyland Jul 14 2017, 01:17 PM
Does the older fuzzy cause the window to become harder to crank up?
Posted by: 1adam12 Jul 14 2017, 04:00 PM
Well, I was able to remove the aluminum track. I used a flat head screwdriver, hammer and thick microfiber towel so I wouldn't damage the aluminum. I just punched down the center-top track that holds the scrapper and off it went.
I sprayed some Lucas Tool Box buddy on the old rubber and now soaking it in soapy water before my next attempt to scrape out the old fuzzy. I added picks for reference.
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Posted by: 1adam12 Jul 15 2017, 10:23 PM
Thanks to everyone on this thread and 914rubber. My fuzzies have gone from Ratchet to Respectible 
I also installed the new scrappers and inner fuzzies..what a difference!
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Posted by: Mikey914 Jul 17 2017, 11:27 PM
Very nice.
You can use the holes in the track to drill the fuzzey.
Posted by: Mikey914 Jul 17 2017, 11:42 PM
Does the older fuzzy cause the window to become harder to crank up?
Should (if any change) make easier as it's now riding on the new fuzzey. There is positive contact, but the largest issue cranking down with the late type seals. The early ones are the original design. I even use them on my 75.
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Posted by: 1adam12 Jul 18 2017, 02:02 PM
Very nice.
You can use the holes in the track to drill the fuzzey.
I did just that Mark and all went pretty well. I need the early door end cap seals now but I see you guys are back ordered.
Posted by: Mikey914 Jul 20 2017, 09:21 AM
Very nice.
You can use the holes in the track to drill the fuzzey.
I did just that Mark and all went pretty well. I need the early door end cap seals now but I see you guys are back ordered.
I'll have to change the site we have pleanty in stock.
Mark
Posted by: 1adam12 Jul 21 2017, 11:52 AM
Very nice.
You can use the holes in the track to drill the fuzzey.
I did just that Mark and all went pretty well. I need the early door end cap seals now but I see you guys are back ordered.
I'll have to change the site we have pleanty in stock.
Mark
Dang, Just ordered some other items from you and didn't catch the update on the end caps. Using some old cracked ones for the time being before my next order from my newly favorite store
Posted by: Mikey914 Jul 21 2017, 12:25 PM
Don't worry we are about to release a GB on a few more items and the master cylinders are out for testing now.
So lots of opportunities to get stuff. We also don't use our shipping as a profit center so it's not as bad if you just need a little something. It can ship reg mail.
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