71 convertible weatherstrip install question
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From: mauriceville texas
Re: 71 convertible weatherstrip install question (DaddyO)
on my 71 vert i set the weatherstriping in place made sure everything fit then started in the middle and used 3m black weatherstriping glue. looks like a factory job. no loose ends or sags nothing looks like it came that way. i tend to be **** about my 71 it has to be perfect and this was one of the things i was worried about. turned out great.. i took all day to do it but it was worth it. this is not a place to rush. robert
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From: Warren NJ
Re: 71 convertible weatherstrip install question (robert kirk)
Thanks.
Do you know where I could get the bolts that connect the convertible frame to the car's body? I can't find them. I think it's 2 on each side.
Think I could just use something from Home Depot?
Do you know where I could get the bolts that connect the convertible frame to the car's body? I can't find them. I think it's 2 on each side.
Think I could just use something from Home Depot?
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From: Beverly Hills/Pine Ridge Florida
Re: 71 convertible weatherstrip install question (DaddyO)
Don't think the "factory" used WS glue. They used black "caulk" sealer. Some people call it "dum-dum" caulk. You can buy it at just about any part store. 3M makes it. Comes in "ropes". Use the caulk under the WS. Then secure it with the little bolts/screws/washers/nuts. Chuck
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Re: 71 convertible weatherstrip install question (robert kirk)
Do you have pics of your updated interior? Im in process of upgrading my 71 Conv. and I was thinking of using updated seats etc.
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Re: 71 convertible weatherstrip install question (DaddyO)
On the convertible top - I didn't use glue at all.... The only wheatherstrips that I glues were the door main and the deck weatherstrip...
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