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Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 15 2019, 11:43 PM

Yes the outer scraper on the late cars were superseded with the 911 profile.
Yes it's a more robust profile, but it also grips the glass more. This is even more true when it's new.

So some have lubricated them, others have baked them both with some success, but the real problem is it was never really designed for the application.

So you all know me I can't just leave something alone. we made a significant improvement to the product.


See the seal that is like OEM below.


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Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 16 2019, 12:05 AM

Here's the solution.
We've added a strip of fuzzey to the scraper edge. Allowing the window to slide easily on the new "buffer"
These will be $7 each side retail in the future, but we are starting a GB for $9.99 a set.

SO who can use a set?


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Posted by: ndfrigi Oct 16 2019, 12:15 AM

Mark, 1 set for me pls.

Noel

Posted by: Tbrown4x4 Oct 16 2019, 02:37 AM

Yes. I've needed these for a while. 1 set please.

Posted by: mlindner Oct 16 2019, 04:21 AM

Yes, I'll take a set. Mark

Posted by: barefoot Oct 16 2019, 05:38 AM

I'm in for a set
Barefoot

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Oct 16 2019, 06:08 AM

yep, I am in for a set

Posted by: dlee6204 Oct 16 2019, 06:38 AM

In for a set

Posted by: ValcoOscar Oct 16 2019, 06:52 AM

For now, 4 sets please

Oscar

Posted by: andreic Oct 16 2019, 07:43 AM

Do they also work on early cars? Or if not, are there scrapers for the early cars at 914rubber?

Posted by: Jett Oct 16 2019, 08:32 AM

I’ll take a set... the old style although good they do make it hard to roll the window down

Posted by: aharder Oct 16 2019, 08:35 AM

I'm in for a set

Posted by: DucRS Oct 16 2019, 08:40 AM

Ill Take a set.

Posted by: 76-914 Oct 16 2019, 08:44 AM

2 sets for another 914Rubber Junkie.

Posted by: jcd914 Oct 16 2019, 08:52 AM

I'm in for a set.

Just replaced most of the seals on my 914 and was disappointed in these seals.
The window wants to bind and I figure the regulator will fail soon.

Jim

Posted by: moldygreg Oct 16 2019, 09:11 AM

Im' in!

I too had the problem mentioned ^ with the current offering.

Posted by: rhodyguy Oct 16 2019, 09:13 AM

Don't forget about the 'U' guide in the vertical channels. F&R. Unless you've replaced them, figure they're 40 years old. Replace those shoddy end caps while doing the squeegees. All part of the system.

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 16 2019, 09:36 AM

You are correct. I will put together special pricing for those that replace their scraper seals (and will put the other on sale too. May take me a day or two to get the listings up, but will make a nice set. Heck I'll even throw in a version to get the inner fuzzey too. You know, while you are there..........

Posted by: rhodyguy Oct 16 2019, 09:46 AM

I think the channel guides would be a big seller. I did mine years ago. Made a huge dif. Why take the door cards off repeatedly? Once and done. Make your own vapor barriers out of 6mil plastic and stick them on with double sided tape.

Posted by: seanpaulmc Oct 16 2019, 10:03 AM

In for a set.

Posted by: mb911 Oct 16 2019, 10:11 AM

in for a set with aluminum tracks

Posted by: drem914 Oct 16 2019, 10:43 AM

Mark, I am in for a set, but is the bulb that slides into the aluminum track larger than the last ones you did? My issue with the scrappers was the bulb portion kept popping out of the track. I went and installed earlier model scrappers and it went into the track with the right tension and does not pop out every time I roll up the windows. is there a difference in the aluminum door track between early model and late model?

Posted by: SirAndy Oct 16 2019, 10:53 AM

Me me me me me me ...

Posted by: mbseto Oct 16 2019, 11:06 AM

Also interested in the early/late model question...

Posted by: Literati914 Oct 16 2019, 12:08 PM

Ditto...

Posted by: IronHillRestorations Oct 16 2019, 12:22 PM

I truly appreciate all you go through to bring good parts Mark.

That said, the lubricity (not sure if that's the right term) and durometer of the squeegees of yours that I saw was not right.

They looked the part but the rubber was so sticky it pulled out of the channel. My thinking was that a harder rubber wouldn't stick to the glass and pull out.

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 16 2019, 01:40 PM

Our rubber for these is the same durometer used on 90% of the other seals. The thinner seals seem more soft but are not. They do harden over time, so one of the fixes was to bake them. Any harder they become more difficult to install. A catch 22, unless you change another variable, which we just did.

Posted by: Mike D. Oct 16 2019, 06:39 PM

Oh, But of course!
Thanks!

Posted by: drem914 Oct 16 2019, 08:13 PM

Any chance you can shed some light on the bulb size between early and late models?

BTW thanks for sending the door card nut arm rest nut plates.

Posted by: burton73 Oct 16 2019, 08:31 PM

Still the early late question?

Please

Bob B

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 16 2019, 09:27 PM

The early "correct" version was made specifically for the 914 you can see the profile is completely different. The early do not grab the window. At some point in 73 they decided to superseded the part with the 911 one they already made as it "worked"

You can see where I have installed it on my 75 (the early) it's actually completely different. Only the bulb size is the same.

That's the early / late deal.

Posted by: djway Oct 16 2019, 10:32 PM

Im in

Posted by: VaccaRabite Oct 17 2019, 07:24 AM

In for a set.

Zach

Posted by: 914Sixer Oct 17 2019, 10:57 AM

Down for one.

Posted by: drem914 Oct 17 2019, 04:19 PM

I'm still in for a set, I'll have to see how the bulb size works out. because there is definite difference between the two stiles and it may be I got the early style from the pelican which could account for the possible manufacturing difference in size/tolerance.
Thanks,

Posted by: broomhandle Oct 17 2019, 05:08 PM

I am in for a set.

Posted by: theer Oct 18 2019, 08:00 AM

yes, please.

Posted by: gjames Oct 18 2019, 09:05 AM

I am in for set.
George

Posted by: FlacaProductions Oct 18 2019, 11:11 AM

I have a set of yours (the one that "suck" - ha!) ready to go in, @http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=3348 but I should probably get these instead and avoid the hassle/frustration, right?

(you crack me up with the title of this thread....)

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 18 2019, 12:28 PM

Do appreciate your support. If they are unused send back for a refund. No problem.

These are a significant improvement.

Posted by: ConeDodger Oct 19 2019, 09:57 AM

I have your earlier effort and frankly, don’t recall a problem with them - ever. But if you've made something better, I suppose I’d better try it!

Posted by: maf914 Oct 19 2019, 02:04 PM

I am in for at least one set. Thanks, Mark, as usual.

Posted by: Lucky9146 Oct 19 2019, 08:29 PM

I'm in for a set please! Funny how you don't know you need something until a post like this comes around and you go and look at your current scrapers and see they are so tight against the glass. Should help things a lot. Thanks!

Posted by: jmitro Oct 20 2019, 02:16 PM

ill take a set (one pair for one car I assume)

Posted by: scallyk9 Oct 20 2019, 02:33 PM

I'd also like to buy a set.

Posted by: Steve Oct 20 2019, 02:47 PM

I’m in

Posted by: Andyrew Oct 20 2019, 03:19 PM

In

Posted by: TitanMZ3 Oct 20 2019, 04:23 PM

I'll go in on a set

Posted by: bobboinski Oct 20 2019, 06:47 PM

One set please.

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 21 2019, 08:49 AM

Will be sending out codes late this afternoon.

Posted by: markhoward Oct 21 2019, 09:15 AM

im in for a set

Posted by: 914OUTLAW Oct 21 2019, 09:34 PM

I’m in for 5 sets.

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 21 2019, 11:43 PM

PMs sent to all so far. Plan to hold this open til the end of the Month
THANKS ALL!

Posted by: djway Oct 22 2019, 02:29 AM

Tried to order several sets but it would only apply discount for one set.
What is the work around.
Thanks

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 22 2019, 05:06 AM

Should work now. If you have a problem again, just PM me your email I can forward a Paypal.

Thanks,
mark

Posted by: DucRS Oct 22 2019, 10:11 AM

There should be a “warning” label before one enters the 914 Rubber store. What started out as a $5 savings on fuzzy wuzzzy item turned out to be a $400 purchase of rubberized items.

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 22 2019, 10:27 AM

Yes but the seal were free right?

Thanks

Posted by: DAX Oct 22 2019, 12:20 PM

I am in if it is not late
dax

Posted by: Literati914 Oct 22 2019, 12:52 PM

So just to make sure I understand this statement - If you have an early 914, you would have actually gotten a later model window scraper if ordering at set (from anyone other than 914rubber) after porsche had supersede the original items. Which confirms that the late scraper seals work on the early cars. Then what's the aluminum track for? I think that's what's throw me.

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 22 2019, 01:46 PM

We do have the correct "Early" scraper seal you will see below -

https://900designs-container.zoeysite.com/early-outer-window-scraper-seal-set
Also put on sale for you

It was superseded with the part we are doing on the GB. As part of the GB you have the option to add in the tracks that hold them at a price that makes the scrapers

The aluminum track holds the rubber outer scrapers and the inner fuzzey against the window (see below).

The problem with the aluminum tracks is many DAPO's have used screw drivers to open up the channel to insert the rubber.

The rubber can be stretched them pushed in with some lubrication.... once again lubrication is your friend.


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Posted by: Lg914 Oct 22 2019, 04:32 PM

I would also like to join the buy.
Thanks

Posted by: Chris914n6 Oct 22 2019, 10:41 PM

So which scrapers are actually the better ones? Early, late or fuzzy late?

OT: Have you gotten all the other fuzzies in stock?

*Doing it right... doing it all at once

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 22 2019, 11:29 PM

All other fuzzes and goodies in stock, check the PM special links I sent you will see it's a perfect time to replace as much as you want as they are all discounted through the GB also.

As far as which is the better seal.
The un fuzzey late ones do SUCK.
With the fuzzey added they are a more substantial seal, so I'm leaning toward these being the best. The early once are a very fine wiper, so they do keep water out, but I do slightly favor the new seals we are offering up here.

PMs sent to all so far

We are planning to run this to the end of the month then close it it really is a screaming deal !

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 25 2019, 03:41 AM

GB will close 10/31 thx

Posted by: 914four Oct 26 2019, 09:43 AM

One set please.

Posted by: Jett Oct 26 2019, 09:51 AM

received ours two days after ordering ! Installing this weekend and will report back.

Posted by: yellowporky Oct 26 2019, 11:19 AM

Me too please

Posted by: SirAndy Oct 26 2019, 11:50 AM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=3348

I ordered via PayPal and there was no option/place to enter the group buy code ...

Posted by: frostyf Oct 26 2019, 12:20 PM

Mike, yes please van I buy a set before the group buy ends? I'm also after one of your trunk cable and plastic guides as well. Can I pay you in a "one'er" and merge postage?

Thanks Nick

Posted by: morsmanlaw Oct 26 2019, 02:15 PM

I would like one set, please.

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 26 2019, 10:03 PM

I actually sent links as to hidden links to buy these with the options at the GB price and add in as much or little as you want. These have to be ordered via the site (and special link). I will resend the PM with the links. Also, to enter the code click on the apply discount code


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Posted by: Morph914 Oct 27 2019, 06:32 PM

One set please

Posted by: DucRS Oct 27 2019, 06:47 PM

Installed these yesterday. The fit was spot on without any hassles. This fuzzy addition plays a major role in window roll up/down making it very smooth.

Posted by: mb911 Oct 27 2019, 07:29 PM

Recieved my parts.. Thank you..

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 28 2019, 10:58 AM

PMs sent to all so far. Let me know if I missed anyone as these will close soon

Posted by: Bill Shaw Oct 28 2019, 11:42 AM

I’m in for a set. Thanks.

Posted by: Chris H. Oct 28 2019, 01:05 PM

One set for me please

Posted by: TonyA Oct 28 2019, 07:12 PM

one set please

Posted by: Daiberl Oct 28 2019, 10:38 PM

One set please

Posted by: porsche914gt Oct 30 2019, 10:19 AM

1 set please

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 30 2019, 05:08 PM

PMs ent to all again this opportunity will close in a little over 24 hrs

Posted by: bigkensteele Oct 30 2019, 05:12 PM

I'm in.

Posted by: dakotaewing Oct 30 2019, 05:34 PM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=3348 I'm in for a set - Please send me a PM with the link - Thanks!

Thom

Posted by: gothspeed Oct 30 2019, 05:53 PM

I want a set! Send me the code!!

Posted by: johnlush Oct 30 2019, 06:34 PM

I'm in for a pair please!

Posted by: dwillouby Oct 31 2019, 07:51 AM

Am I too late for this?

David

Posted by: restore2seater Oct 31 2019, 08:07 AM

Not sure I need these but if still available for GB. I"m in.

Posted by: JmuRiz Oct 31 2019, 09:12 AM

What the heck, I'm in

Posted by: ndfrigi Oct 31 2019, 10:31 AM

payment sent and added more items on my purchased.
thanks again Mark!

Posted by: poorsche914 Oct 31 2019, 11:31 AM

Might as well get a couple sets. Thanks.

Posted by: Can-Am Oct 31 2019, 12:59 PM

Two sets of Al tracks and squeegees pleez.

Thank you.

Posted by: restore2seater Oct 31 2019, 06:14 PM

Question for the added Hinge bolts in the GB. In the GB message Mark sent."Just buy the 4 bolts at $4.99 and we throw in the lubrication."
When I click the link it defaults to a quantity of 4. So when I go to check out the total shows $19.96. So am I supposed to change the quantity to 1 when ordering? Not entirely clear between what Mark said in his text and whats showing on the website.

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 31 2019, 06:53 PM

The hinge bolt are part of a secret sale if you buy the package of 4 at $4.99 each, it includes the special grease. You can buy less than 4 but they are at full price each, and if you buy them on the other listing you don’t get the grease.

Posted by: G e o r g e Oct 31 2019, 06:54 PM

I am in for 4 sets

add in the hinge bolt link as well please

Posted by: Front yard mechanic Nov 1 2019, 07:05 AM

I'm in wait what day is it