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Bartlett 914
post Jun 20 2012, 08:09 AM
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I am putting together doors for my newest project. I installed the new rubber window scraper seal. The rubber is nice and soft. The problem is the window goes up but down is a problem. The rubber sticks to the window and wants to pull in. I cleaned the window and this does not help. I am sure as the rubber ages, it will get harder and work properly. I am thinking I need to coat the rubber with something but I don't know what will work best. Anyone have this issue? Suggestions welcome
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post Jun 20 2012, 08:13 AM
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go to the drug store, wallgreens etc, buy some glycerin and dress the seal. REALLY clean the ext of the windows.

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post Jun 20 2012, 08:21 AM
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just did the same thing to my brothers car! Im gonna try them when i get home.I never rolled the window up and down after install (IMG:style_emoticons/default/huh.gif)
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post Jun 20 2012, 09:03 AM
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QUOTE(rhodyguy @ Jun 20 2012, 09:13 AM) *

go to the drug store, wallgreens etc, buy some glycerin and dress the seal. REALLY clean the ext of the windows.

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this won't cause the windows to streak up?
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post Jun 20 2012, 09:50 AM
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This happened to me as well. I used that spray detailing wax on the windows and the seal. It was a problem for the first couple of weeks, but will go away. Actually the cleaner the seals, the more they will grip. Your actually waiting for a fine layer of dust to collect on the seal.

I just hope your inside door handles work!
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post Jun 20 2012, 09:59 AM
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Silicone spray in a can, make sure the channel isn't bent. Silicone spray is your best friend for all those seals.
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post Jun 20 2012, 10:00 AM
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they may streak bit initially but it will wipe off easily and the glycerin won't damage the paint.

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post Jun 20 2012, 12:36 PM
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QUOTE(rhodyguy @ Jun 20 2012, 09:13 AM) *

go to the drug store, wallgreens etc, buy some glycerin and dress the seal. REALLY clean the ext of the windows.

k

Glycerin did the trick. Not messy as I thought it might be. Thanks Kevin.
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post Jun 20 2012, 12:41 PM
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Do that yearly on all your rubber and you can keep it looking like new.

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post Jun 20 2012, 02:17 PM
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done this several times and not had the problem. Where did you get the seals?
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post Jun 20 2012, 03:07 PM
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QUOTE(Bartlett 914 @ Jun 20 2012, 11:36 AM) *

QUOTE(rhodyguy @ Jun 20 2012, 09:13 AM) *

go to the drug store, wallgreens etc, buy some glycerin and dress the seal. REALLY clean the ext of the windows.

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Glycerin did the trick. Not messy as I thought it might be. Thanks Kevin.

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post Jun 21 2012, 08:41 AM
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I used baby powder (talcum).
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post Jun 21 2012, 09:35 AM
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post Jun 21 2012, 09:41 AM
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Funny
I have occasionally heard this is an issue.
It really sounds like the rubber IS too clean.
Glycerine sounds like the best answer.

I'm installing a new set on the doors of my sons car in a day or two and I'll look specifically at this.
Also aerospace 303 has a sacrificial coating that may help.
I usually pre treat my seals. It may have been why I didn't have any issues on my car.
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post Jun 21 2012, 10:13 AM
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QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Jun 21 2012, 10:41 AM) *

Funny
I have occasionally heard this is an issue.
It really sounds like the rubber IS too clean.
Glycerine sounds like the best answer.

I'm installing a new set on the doors of my sons car in a day or two and I'll look specifically at this.
Also aerospace 303 has a sacrificial coating that may help.
I usually pre treat my seals. It may have been why I didn't have any issues on my car.

And what do you pre treat your seals with?
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post Jun 21 2012, 11:46 AM
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I used a piece of thin carboard between the seal and glass for about a week. Worked fine afterwards.
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post Jun 21 2012, 12:09 PM
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how about some rain - x? when my wipers start to chatter across the windshield, a treatment really smooths things out.
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post Jun 21 2012, 12:22 PM
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I used a piece of thin carboard between the seal and glass for about a week. Worked fine afterwards.





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post Jun 22 2012, 12:00 AM
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I use Aerospace 303 protectant. It has a sacrificial coating that helps to protect the rubber. I suspect it also lubricates it too.
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post Jun 22 2012, 08:06 AM
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I snapped my window scrapers in using a plastic trim tool. This was much easier then sliding them in the channel
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