commonality between a 914 and a del Sol, lift-off roofs and keeping gaskets & w/s supple Options

[1970 Neun vierzehn]

This is not a PG correct recommendation as its origins are from a highly regarded Asian manufacturer of typically well- engineered, quality constructed and generally regarded durable and reliable autos, motorcycles and power equipment.

A number of years ago, the aforementioned manufacturer built and sold a model with the name of "del Sol". This car (and I drove one for about a year) had a removable, one piece roof, similar in concept to the 914s execution. Well, to any who had any familiarity with this car, sometimes, some cars would leak around the roof gaskets and dribble water into the passenger compartment. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/huh.gif)
Those of us who have owned our cars long enough to wash them once, or who have owned them a loooooong time like some on this Forum, know that soft, supple and pliant weather stripping and seals are paramount for preserving the integrity of the rubber.

The whole reason for this long-winded intro is to advise one and all that Honda recommends the following for preserving roof seals (on the del Sol), and I'd think on other w/s as well:

It is "Shin-Etsu Silicone" Grease. It's white and goes to clear upon application. Honda Part # 08798-9013. Is it better than other automotive silicone, I don't know and can't really tell. But based on my 29 year affiliation with Honda automobiles, I'm guessing someone at Honda did some research. When I get my 914 back, I'm going to use some on my new rubber pieces. Pat probably won't approve, but there are so many none P/G "blessed" things about my car that it probably won't matter much anymore. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)

Paul

[Pat Garvey]

This is not a PG correct recommendation as its origins are from a highly regarded Asian manufacturer of typically well- engineered, quality constructed and generally regarded durable and reliable autos, motorcycles and power equipment.

A number of years ago, the aforementioned manufacturer built and sold a model with the name of "del Sol". This car (and I drove one for about a year) had a removable, one piece roof, similar in concept to the 914s execution. Well, to any who had any familiarity with this car, sometimes, some cars would leak around the roof gaskets and dribble water into the passenger compartment. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/huh.gif)
Those of us who have owned our cars long enough to wash them once, or who have owned them a loooooong time like some on this Forum, know that soft, supple and pliant weather stripping and seals are paramount for preserving the integrity of the rubber.

The whole reason for this long-winded intro is to advise one and all that Honda recommends the following for preserving roof seals (on the del Sol), and I'd think on other w/s as well:

It is "Shin-Etsu Silicone" Grease. It's white and goes to clear upon application. Honda Part # 08798-9013. Is it better than other automotive silicone, I don't know and can't really tell. But based on my 29 year affiliation with Honda automobiles, I'm guessing someone at Honda did some research. When I get my 914 back, I'm going to use some on my new rubber pieces. Pat probably won't approve, but there are so many none P/G "blessed" things about my car that it probably won't matter much anymore. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)

Paul

Harumph!

Keep it away from anything painted!

Glycerine is better & cheaper & won't suck it's way into your paint.

But, it's your car........
Pat

[E-Man]

Do what you want. I stick with the German stuff:

http://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/catalog/sh...einszt_pg10.htm

[McMark]

PG correct... I love it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif)

We love ya, Pat!

[Pat Garvey]

PG correct... I love it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif)

We love ya, Pat!

Thank you Mark! Finally, someone with some smarts!

I would advise anyone who wants this tasty (well, I really haven't tasted it - yet) stuff from Fleets to grab it while you can - it's being discontinued.

Apparently, there isn't a large enough market for Glycerin "anything", and it's apparently expensive to produse in purity form. Grab it while you can. I have enought to last me until I start crapping my drawers & pinching nurses butts with impunity, because I'll be really old & easily forgiven. Or, so they'll think!! Heh, heh! Don't let your daughter work at my nursing home.
Pat

[JeffBowlsby]

Glycerin is available at most pharmacies over the counter....no need to hoard... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

[PeeGreen 914]

Worht sells a Glycerin for lubing seals and such. It is actually what the Honda dealership uses out here. The shop I worked at used it as well. The other stuff was found to be harmful to paint and a buliten was sent out to all the honda shops to caution of it.

[Pat Garvey]

Glycerin is available at most pharmacies over the counter....no need to hoard... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

Not here! It has disappeared - I'm told it's too expensive to refine & the demand is low. About the only way you can find it in a drugstore here is in the "roid" aisle, and that's being discontinued.

I ran out last fall - an 8 oz bottle I'd had for 20 years. Was lucky enough to score some Fleets brand on clearance.
Pat

ps - yes, I'm hoarding!

[familienauto]

If you know anywhere local where they are making biodiesel, glycerin is a byproduct of production. I'm not sure what biodiesel manufacturers typically do with it - probably recycle it or burn it or something.