Convertible Pillar Post Weatherstripping Installation
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Convertible Pillar Post Weatherstripping Installation
It looks straightforward but...these jobs never are! Any tips?
I have the screw kit (four silver, four black) but what goes where? And yes I have a tube of adhesive.
I have the screw kit (four silver, four black) but what goes where? And yes I have a tube of adhesive.
Last edited by Paul L; May 16, 2009 at 03:48 PM.
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Hi Paul,
On my 71 I did a full test fit of the weather strip and SS trim to make sure it all fit the way I wanted and also made a couple of reference marks so I could see just where the strips should end up.
Then I went to the glue. I had to clean the strips with some acetone to get the glue to adhere evenly. I guess there was some 'mold release' left on the strips?
Also on my 71 the pan head screws hold the first piece of SS pillar trim on. The brite screws go through the opening in the weather strip, through the second piece of SS trim, and then through the first piece of SS trim into the steel windshield pillar
Good Luck!
Regards,
Alan
On my 71 I did a full test fit of the weather strip and SS trim to make sure it all fit the way I wanted and also made a couple of reference marks so I could see just where the strips should end up.
Then I went to the glue. I had to clean the strips with some acetone to get the glue to adhere evenly. I guess there was some 'mold release' left on the strips?
Also on my 71 the pan head screws hold the first piece of SS pillar trim on. The brite screws go through the opening in the weather strip, through the second piece of SS trim, and then through the first piece of SS trim into the steel windshield pillar
Good Luck!
Regards,
Alan
Last edited by Alan 71; May 16, 2009 at 04:22 PM.
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Hi Paul,
On my 71 I did a full test fit of the weather strip and SS trim to make sure it all fit the way I wanted and also made a couple of reference marks so I could see just where the strips should end up.
Then I went to the glue. I had to clean the strips with some acetone to get the glue to adhere evenly. I guess there was some 'mold release' left on the strips?
Good Luck!
Regards,
Alan
On my 71 I did a full test fit of the weather strip and SS trim to make sure it all fit the way I wanted and also made a couple of reference marks so I could see just where the strips should end up.
Then I went to the glue. I had to clean the strips with some acetone to get the glue to adhere evenly. I guess there was some 'mold release' left on the strips?
Good Luck!
Regards,
Alan
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I put new shocks on the front yesterday with a jack and jackstands. It's a real treat under there on your back trying to push up the piston to get the bottom bolts in place. Assuming you have found the hole in the top to get the threaded part through! Then trying to thread the bolts in as the shock de-compresses! Add a little anti-seize compound to heighten the slippery grip factor.
But I got the job done. I celebrated with a few beers and listening on ACC to the new stereo with subwoofer for ~20 minutes which is of course hooked directly to the battery. Today the car just barely cranks over. I guess those new electronics suck the battery dry when the engine is not running. Live and learn! But the battery charger did it's trick. The car is running.
Last edited by Paul L; May 16, 2009 at 05:28 PM.
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Hi Paul,
Here are a couple of pictures of the SS trim with the weatherstrip already off. You can see the black sealer C mentioned and also one of the pan head screws that hold the first SS trim piece in place.
As soon as you start to take it apart you see how it all works and seals.
Regards,
Alan
Here are a couple of pictures of the SS trim with the weatherstrip already off. You can see the black sealer C mentioned and also one of the pan head screws that hold the first SS trim piece in place.
As soon as you start to take it apart you see how it all works and seals.
Regards,
Alan
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Well, no adhesive removal was needed: they wasn't any. Bizarre!! The old rubber just slipped out. The new units from Willcox are soft, pliable, and fit perfectly.
I re-installed using PermaTex Weatherstripping Adhesive followed by GM Silicone Rubber Lubricant. That is the white in the pics and will disappear or be cleaned off in several days. This little job looks good. I'm down to ~5-6 on my original winter list of ~30 to-do's. The rest need a lift so it gets more complicated. You can only do so much with jack stands and rolling underneath around with a sore back!
I re-installed using PermaTex Weatherstripping Adhesive followed by GM Silicone Rubber Lubricant. That is the white in the pics and will disappear or be cleaned off in several days. This little job looks good. I'm down to ~5-6 on my original winter list of ~30 to-do's. The rest need a lift so it gets more complicated. You can only do so much with jack stands and rolling underneath around with a sore back!
Last edited by Paul L; May 17, 2009 at 06:52 PM.
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Hi Paul,
Have you ever determined if the windshield has ever been replaced? That could be the reason for the missing adhesive.
I understand the sore back and creeper situation.
Regards,
Alan
Have you ever determined if the windshield has ever been replaced? That could be the reason for the missing adhesive.
I understand the sore back and creeper situation.
Regards,
Alan
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I don't know. This 1974 came to me from Palm Springs, CA via TN last year. I just do not know, or cannot trace, the history and previous owners other than the vendor to me. I've tried but State privacy laws say no.
The windshield is pocked with numerous pits so is obviously old. It has seen many highway miles. But still in very good shape actually. I was thinking of having it replaced but I fear more harm will be done on the SS trim by incompetent installers than it is worth. I'll live with the minor pits.