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#1
06-17-2009, 05:00 PM
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How to install vert weatherstripping?
I have new weatherstripping for '72 convertible top. Does any of it require adhesive? Any installation tips?
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#2
06-17-2009, 08:15 PM
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On my 70 it seemed that none of the screw holes in the new pieces lined up with the old screw holes. It is a PITA to get them to just come together at the joints and also line up for the window glass. The screws are a pain because you have to push the rolled edge out of the way to see the holes. I don't remember using any adhesive on them. The repro pillar rubber seal was such a bad fit I cleaned up the old ones and used them again. They may have been replaced at some point because they were in real good shape. I had a leak on the drivers side pillar and went back and put a lite bead of silicone so if I ever had to take them back out it wouldn't tear them up. Plan on adjusting the windows also because they won't hit where they use to. Good Luck
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#3
06-18-2009, 06:20 AM
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Thanks. How about the header molding in the front?
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06-18-2009, 07:03 AM
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It seems to me the header just has a flat strip of dense foam. It is a self adhesive piece just stuck to the underside of the top. I think it has a few staples in it. I know when it gets wet it sqeaks until it drys out. Had to throw in a couple of pictures
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#5
06-18-2009, 08:42 AM
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I believe the front header strip should have little "pins" that go into pre drilled holes, the ends are screwed on, I also use sealant underneath the front strip
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#6
06-18-2009, 09:14 AM
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Thanks. Forrest, does the side weatherstripping get any adhesive and if yes, then what? I took one of my original sides off and there was some gooey, black tar like substance underneath.
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#7
06-18-2009, 05:32 PM
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Some of the originals I have taken off did have some kind of sealant,it sure wouldn't hurt to run a bead of some non hardening sealant (e.g.- 3m bedding and glazing compound is almost exactly what the original stuff is) along the contact area. Just some extra insurance in case you really get into a downpour!
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#8
06-19-2009, 05:53 AM
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It's bad to get old and you can't remember anything. I looked last night and mine does have the rubber strip and not foam on it.
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#9
06-19-2009, 08:21 AM
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