Outer window seals.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Allentown Pa.
Outer window seals.
Gotta replace the outer seals this year before it gets cold and I would like some response from members who used aftermarket products vrs. those who bought G.M. The aftermarket ones are considerably less expensive. Comments please? Allentown Ernie.
Racer
Joined: Feb 2002
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From: Easton, PA
I bought mine from Willcox Corvette. I didn't even price the GM ones from my local dealer. I have an 89 and the replacement took me about 3 hours from start to finish. Just a suggestion, don't try to take any shortcuts by leaving the door panels on etc. I tried it with the driver's side and I wound up taking the panel off anyway. I think it actually saved me some time. There were no instructions included with the set I bought. They actually came from Corvette America through Willcox. They were a few bucks cheaper and I am very pleased with the results and the quality of the product.
Race Director
Joined: Dec 2003
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From: Fremont Ca
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One thing to keep in mind,nothing fits like an OEM part,you pay more but you get what you pay for.Ive found that 90% of the aftermarket parts Ive had were total JUNK.That and I dont think you can get these from GM anymore.
Race Director
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From: WI
The seals are cheap. I got one from http://www.superchevyperformance.com/ when I first got my car. I used screws for fasteners instead of rivets as well, it worked much better IMO.
Burning Brakes
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From: The burbs of Denver CO
I bot mine from Ecklers. They were pretty inexpensive, and suffered none from quality. I paid less for the pair than I have seen them going for 1 on ebay. They aren't that expensive.
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Racer
Joined: May 2007
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From: portageville mo
I bought mine from Willcox Corvette. I didn't even price the GM ones from my local dealer. I have an 89 and the replacement took me about 3 hours from start to finish. Just a suggestion, don't try to take any shortcuts by leaving the door panels on etc. I tried it with the driver's side and I wound up taking the panel off anyway. I think it actually saved me some time. There were no instructions included with the set I bought. They actually came from Corvette America through Willcox. They were a few bucks cheaper and I am very pleased with the results and the quality of the product.
Willcox did me right.
Racer
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From: Westfield IN
There was a thread here a couple of days ago about install- worth a search. The how-to article was great- can't remember the magazine off of the top of my head now. Mr Mojo gave advice when I was looking that is sound- take your time!!
I used the ones from Mid America with no trouble- rivets included. The thread will have "rivet" in the title. Gotta run or I'd look it up.
I used the ones from Mid America with no trouble- rivets included. The thread will have "rivet" in the title. Gotta run or I'd look it up.
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: port charlotte fl
You don't say what year.Fill in your profile.Mine I think were from ecklers at around $70 but I bet you will find them cheaper.Often the dealer price can amaze you so check first.Definatly pull the door panel and while your in there if you have an old car replace the window anti rattle bumpers for around $15. I put the quiet kit in as well and it made a hell of a difference.
Safety Car
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From: Southwest Kansas
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I bought genuine GM from Superior Chevy (in Kansas City), don't know the 1-800 number right off, but told them I was a member of this forum and got a discount, they cost me $57 delivered to my house (and I had to pay sales tax, in state).
Burning Brakes
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From: Millbury MA
There was a thread here a couple of days ago about install- worth a search. The how-to article was great- can't remember the magazine off of the top of my head now. Mr Mojo gave advice when I was looking that is sound- take your time!!
I used the ones from Mid America with no trouble- rivets included. The thread will have "rivet" in the title. Gotta run or I'd look it up.
I used the ones from Mid America with no trouble- rivets included. The thread will have "rivet" in the title. Gotta run or I'd look it up.
This may be the article he was referring to. If it isn't it is still a pretty good one.
Racer
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From: Westfield IN
http://www.corvettemagazine.com/2001...ndow/win-1.asp
This may be the article he was referring to. If it isn't it is still a pretty good one.
This may be the article he was referring to. If it isn't it is still a pretty good one.
Burning Brakes
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From: Millbury MA
