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John W. Tilford
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APR 16, 10:30 AM
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Finally replaced the old (at least from 2006 old) rubber sunroof gasket. Came out in one piece. "Rails" it fits into are in great shape, very little rust. I did a test fit of the replacement gasket which is so good I hate to take it back out. Is there a reason to use glue/sealant? ------------------
John W. Tilford
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theogre
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APR 16, 11:40 AM
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Is likely "glued" so when you drive w/o the glass in won't blow off on the highway.
Even if you claim never take glass out, somewhere in future might change that, forget not "glued," then drive and maybe lose the seal.
Even driving w/ glass open could "blow out" part of seal so can't close until seal is fix. Really sucks if have to close because of rain...
RTV silicone and others may not work right. ------------------
Dr. Ian Malcolm: Yeah, but your scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn't stop to think if they should.
(Jurassic Park)
The Ogre's Fiero Cave
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rogergarrison
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APR 16, 05:11 PM
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Use 3M yellow rubber weatherstrip adhesive. You can buy a tube at any auto body supply store, or most auto parts stores. You put a thin layer on the rubber where it seats, and in the roof where it sets. Let them almost dry then apply, clamp it shut overnite with the glass installed. Any that shows can be cleaned off the next day with your finger in a rag dampened with lacquer thinner. [This message has been edited by rogergarrison (edited 04-16-2020).]
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