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914World.com _ Member Vendors _ Outer door seals 914 531 813 10 & 914 531 814 10
Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 2 2008, 11:50 PM
Price $66 + shipping
For those of you that have been following my reproductions of the seals you will know that I have shrived to be as close to factory as I can on my reproductions. This is one exception.
In doing some research, I found the original to be a dense extruded foam rubber. While I can manufacture seals with identical material, I have made a deviation. Here's why:
The extruded foam rubber is actually porous and can trap water. Now I know why most all 914's I've seen have some rust in the lower door channels. I have selected a soft marine grade solid rubber to tool up for. This will provide a seal that will not trap and retain water. I will have these on line in about 4-6 weeks (maybe less).
Let me know if you would like to be put on the list.
Attached is a close up of the factory seal (on the right), you can see how it is sponge like, and can hold water. On the right is my seal. It is solid soft marine grade rubber. It is about the same hardness as the factory, only slightly harder (you may not even notice). Nice fit, just like factory.
I had to brighten the photo so you could see the difference, so the picture isn't great, but you really can see the difference.
Thanks,
Mark
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Posted by: usros Mar 3 2008, 02:00 PM
I need a set
Posted by: tango-52 Mar 3 2008, 02:11 PM
Put me down for two sets. Thanks.
Posted by: ajracer Mar 3 2008, 10:14 PM
Hi Mark:
Please confirm which seals these are on the door ?
When will the 914rubber.com site be operational, and is that the best place
to order when I am ready. Thanks
Allan
Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 4 2008, 02:04 AM
Hi Mark:
Please confirm which seals these are on the door ?
When will the 914rubber.com site be operational, and is that the best place
to order when I am ready. Thanks
Allan
There are 2 types of seals on the door, each works slightly different.
The outer seal (the "new" one) wedges into a track in the door. It has a large (about 1/2" ) fin. This is the first defense to keep water out of the car. That's why I was really surprised to find out this one was porous.
The other seal "clips" onto the body just on the edge of the carpet. It has a bulb that compresses and has 2 additional fins that provide a solid seal against the door. I do have these in stock.
As far as purchasing the new seals the website will make it easier for me to keep track of my inventory and process orders with multiple items. My thought is that I will offer a discount to the world members to reflect the pricing I'm offering on this website. For now I'm starting a list in my messages here. I'll send out paypal requests or you can mail in a check.
I'm still trying to get the mechanics of the website down, I've been so busy lately that I've had a hard time breaking free to work on it.
Still could use a few pictures if anyone has any.
Thanks,
-Mark
Posted by: RON S. Mar 4 2008, 10:08 AM
Put me down Mark.
All the other seals I got from you were first rate.I wanna keep this train rolling.
Ron 
Posted by: rfuerst911sc Mar 4 2008, 05:26 PM
Hey Mark I've purchased almost every other seal you've produced so put me down for a pair of these. Thanks for all your work on making these.
Posted by: martin914 Mar 4 2008, 07:58 PM
For those of you that have been following my reproductions of the seals you will know that I have shrived to be as close to factory as I can on my reproductions. This is one exception.
In doing some research, I found the original to be a dense extruded foam rubber. While I can manufacture seals with identical material, I have made a deviation. Here's why:
The extruded foam rubber is actually porous and can trap water. Now I know why most all 914's I've seen have some rust in the lower door channels. I have selected a soft marine grade solid rubber to tool up for. This will provide a seal that will not trap and retain water. I will have these on line in about 4-6 weeks (maybe less). These will be sold for $36 for a set of left and right.
Let me know if you would like to be put on the list.
By the way I should have the retooled sample back from the vertical targa seals late this next week (3/7/08). I'll update the posting on that thread.
Also, starting a website up to deal with these more efficiently, would appreciate any car photos you wouldn't mind me using on the site. It will be 914rubber.com .
Thanks,
Mark
Posted by: rdauenhauer Mar 6 2008, 06:40 PM
Im down! 
Posted by: rhodyguy Mar 6 2008, 07:30 PM
WOW!! sweet price. i'll be in for a set in the near future.
Posted by: roadster fan Mar 6 2008, 09:38 PM
Nice price! I would like a set of the outer door seals when available.
I will take the inner door seal set, targa bar set, and rear targa roof seal at the same time so they can be shipped at the same time. Thanks for taking the time and energy to make the products for our cars at an affordable price.
Jim
Posted by: Challe Mar 7 2008, 01:47 AM
Coun't me in as well, I will buy anything you produce for the 914
Posted by: eric914 Mar 8 2008, 04:11 PM
Me to. Need 2 drivers side and one passenger side.
Posted by: arvcube Mar 11 2008, 11:59 PM
I'll take a set as well. I've got your inner door seals and am on the list for your targa verticals...I'll take some targa top sides too when you have those
Posted by: swood Mar 15 2008, 10:40 PM
Coun't me in as well, I will buy anything you produce for the 914
Posted by: Mikey914 Apr 4 2008, 02:04 AM
Pictures added, let me know if you haven't allready if you want in on the lower price.
Thanks,
Mark
Posted by: rjames Apr 4 2008, 11:16 AM
These look great! Please put me down for 1 set.
Posted by: Headrage Apr 5 2008, 09:18 AM
I'll take a set...
Posted by: auerbach Apr 5 2008, 09:33 AM
I'll take a set of the outer and inner seals for both sides. PM me with price and address when they are ready.
Posted by: StratPlayer Apr 5 2008, 10:39 PM
Count me in for a set..... 
Posted by: rdauenhauer Apr 11 2008, 03:14 PM
When installing these do you use any adhesive?
Posted by: Mikey914 Apr 11 2008, 05:50 PM
When installing these do you use any adhesive?
That would depend on the condition of your track. Mine is in pretty good shape and the compression fit works just fine. You could use it if you feel it's necessary, but my answer would be no you really do not need it.
Posted by: Mikey914 Apr 15 2008, 03:14 AM
Inners (not the outers) are now on back order until 4/28/08 I just shipped the last 10 that I have in stock and not on Ebay out the door. The additional 4 may or may not be available in about a week.
Posted by: McMark Apr 18 2008, 02:39 AM
I need a set. Please let me know when they're available again.
Posted by: rdauenhauer Apr 26 2008, 01:28 PM
Have these shipped yet? 
Posted by: arvcube Apr 26 2008, 03:40 PM
got mine. thanks mark!
Posted by: rfuerst911sc Apr 27 2008, 07:53 AM
Received mine nice product. Your effort to help save 914's is commendable keep up the good work.
Posted by: slow914 May 9 2008, 01:14 AM
Ordered a few things, received it very quickly and for a damn good price. Super high quality stuff and great customer service, thank you.
Nick
Posted by: rdauenhauer May 9 2008, 12:38 PM
Mike got mine as well
On the outers, they will need to be trimmed for length?
And the seal curves towards the cab or towards the world?
Posted by: bandjoey May 9 2008, 11:49 PM
SMALL WORLD! I discovered your www yesterday, and send an email requesting you make these and other door seals etc. I'm in for a pair and the targa side and rear seals. I think I bought the 'other' door seals from you off ebay some months back, since the photo on your www and ebay look identical. I'll pm you as to how you want to do the sale..here or on your site. Bill
Hi Mark:
Please confirm which seals these are on the door ?
When will the 914rubber.com site be operational, and is that the best place
to order when I am ready. Thanks
Allan
There are 2 types of seals on the door, each works slightly different.
The outer seal (the "new" one) wedges into a track in the door. It has a large (about 1/2" ) fin. This is the first defense to keep water out of the car. That's why I was really surprised to find out this one was porous.
The other seal "clips" onto the body just on the edge of the carpet. It has a bulb that compresses and has 2 additional fins that provide a solid seal against the door. I do have these in stock.
As far as purchasing the new seals the website will make it easier for me to keep track of my inventory and process orders with multiple items. My thought is that I will offer a discount to the world members to reflect the pricing I'm offering on this website. For now I'm starting a list in my messages here. I'll send out paypal requests or you can mail in a check.
I'm still trying to get the mechanics of the website down, I've been so busy lately that I've had a hard time breaking free to work on it.
Still could use a few pictures if anyone has any.
Thanks,
-Mark
Posted by: Mikey914 May 10 2008, 03:00 AM
Mike got mine as well
On the outers, they will need to be trimmed for length?
And the seal curves towards the cab or towards the world?
I've attached a picture of the drivers door by the handle. The "fin" comes oout from the door. I think you really can only put these in one way. I would start from the upper front where it bumps into the triangle window seal, and work my way to the back by the handle and trimming it there.
Let me know if you have any more questions.
-Mark
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Posted by: recko911 Jun 13 2008, 04:33 PM
Do you have a website, I am interested in both the outer door seals and the inner. How much are the inner door seals?
Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 14 2008, 01:22 AM
Do you have a website, I am interested in both the outer door seals and the inner. How much are the inner door seals?
I do have a website 914Rubber.com , I have been selling directly to world "club"members too. I can send you an invoice for what you want via paypal to include shipping.
Thanks again to everyone for their support.
-Mark
Posted by: Mikey914 Sep 17 2008, 12:03 PM
Thanks to all of you that have purchased my rubber products. Those of you that have bought these from me feel free to add to this thread.
These are my solid rubber seals made from marine grade rubber. These are very different than the factory in one very important aspect. They are solid. Unlike the factory, which utilized an extruded foam rubber that will retain water, just like a sponge.
This particular material has increased in price much more that the natural rubber (which I couldn't use for this as it was too hard), and other materials. These will be going up to $52 per set. Still much less than factory, but a significant increase.
I can add more sets up until 9/22. So, this is your last chance to get these at this price. There are a few that have ordered from my website that are on back order that I've got covered right now. If you want to these at this pricing let me know.
Posted by: Jeffs9146 Sep 22 2008, 06:33 PM
I will take a set! How do you want payment?
Jeff
Posted by: southernmost914 Oct 6 2008, 06:25 PM
Mark,
When does the next batch ship out.
Thanks,
Steve
Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 8 2008, 02:05 AM
These are shipping oput now. Thanks.
Posted by: JazonJJordan Jul 22 2009, 08:26 AM
Received mine nice product. Your effort to help save 914's is commendable keep up the good work.
Posted by: Mikey914 Jul 25 2009, 03:18 AM
Thanks for digging these up. I had consolidated most of my items to one thread so that it's easier to see everything, but I had not changes the price on thes eto reflect the increase in materials cost (sorry but it's not that much).
-Mark
Posted by: JazonJJordan Jul 25 2009, 07:34 AM
Thanks for digging these up. I had consolidated most of my items to one thread so that it's easier to see everything, but I had not changes the price on thes eto reflect the increase in materials cost (sorry but it's not that much).
-Mark
No problem, just trying to help the guys out and the out of sight- out of mind, lag in sales these get if they are not moved forward. Great products guys, incredible innovation, efforts and production. I am very impressed at this group as a whole. 
I was unaware of your single thread, good concept. Where please? Thanks-jzn
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