Weatherstrip Kits
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From: Anchorage Alaska
Weatherstrip Kits
Has anyone tried the Weatherstrip Kits that Corvette America sales?
I have had good luck with other CA products, but their price with a current discount for weatherstripping sounds too good to be true.
A search of this Forum for "weatherstrip" finds many CF owners are very satisfied with the weatherstripping Wilcox sales.
Also, OEM weatherstripping through the Chevy dealer for my 1987 Convertible is still available, of course their price is extremely high.
I have had good luck with other CA products, but their price with a current discount for weatherstripping sounds too good to be true.
A search of this Forum for "weatherstrip" finds many CF owners are very satisfied with the weatherstripping Wilcox sales.
Also, OEM weatherstripping through the Chevy dealer for my 1987 Convertible is still available, of course their price is extremely high.
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When the fellow redid my weatherstripping he told me he was going to purchase it from Corvette America. As I didn't purchase it directly I can't say for sure that is what he used. I'm pretty unsatisfied with his quality of work. The weatherstripping itself was much denser than what was already on the car. It is so dense that the weak window regulators will no longer roll the window up all the way. I had to leave the doors closed for about a week to break the new stuff in but now the doors close all the way again. Overall I like the extra density I just wish my windows would go all the way up.
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From: Dania,Beach FL.
I bought mine from Ecklers for my 93 convertible. I just needed 1 piece but they had 2 different grades. I purchased the higher price one because I was told it was equal to factory and still was less than 1/2 the price of GM
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Wilcox
I shopped around at all the known vette supply house's we talk about here. Wilcox had the best prices when I was looking. I bought from Wilcox. My weatherstriping still looks great. Im very happy with my wilcox weatherstripping.
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When the fellow redid my weatherstripping he told me he was going to purchase it from Corvette America. As I didn't purchase it directly I can't say for sure that is what he used. I'm pretty unsatisfied with his quality of work. The weatherstripping itself was much denser than what was already on the car. It is so dense that the weak window regulators will no longer roll the window up all the way. I had to leave the doors closed for about a week to break the new stuff in but now the doors close all the way again. Overall I like the extra density I just wish my windows would go all the way up.
Your experience is interesting and reminds me of a similar problem, especially if your weatherstripping came from Corvette America. I used Corvette America's replacement seat foam in my seats, it also was too dense. I sat too high, even with the sportseats in the lowest position. As a fix I cut about 3/4 inch out of the bottom to be able to get sun-visor out of my view so I could see traffic lights. Yes I can feel the wire spring extension below the foam.
Certainly the weatherstrip foam needs to soft enough to allow all the doors, roof, and windows close properly. Also, stiff enough to remove rattles and vibrations.
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Jacki,
Our kits are US made too! I think you'll like it.
If you need this, here is the link for the complete kit on the forum special price side. http://willcoxcorvette.com/advanced_...herstrip%20kit
Our kits are US made too! I think you'll like it.
If you need this, here is the link for the complete kit on the forum special price side. http://willcoxcorvette.com/advanced_...herstrip%20kit
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From: Davenport Iowa
Jacki,
Our kits are US made too! I think you'll like it.
If you need this, here is the link for the complete kit on the forum special price side. http://willcoxcorvette.com/advanced_...herstrip%20kit
Our kits are US made too! I think you'll like it.
If you need this, here is the link for the complete kit on the forum special price side. http://willcoxcorvette.com/advanced_...herstrip%20kit
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OK. . .Got it! I stumbled on it by logging in to the office email but I got it and you should have an answer waiting for you too!
You guys need to know that if you need any help after hours to email us at willcoxcustomerservice@willcoxcorvette.c om.
I'm semi retired and I'm online during the later hours of the day and on weekends. If this tells you anything, I’m listening to some old Iron Butterfly tonight! (No I’m not an old stoner either just some “In a Gadda Da Vida” battle hymn for baby boomers).
If you need help during the day or are not in a hurry just email the regular email address. Willcox@willcoxcorvette.com
We are thinking about putting up an Instant messenger on the web site so that you guys can IM me after hours. . . Any input on this?
Willcox Inc.
You guys need to know that if you need any help after hours to email us at willcoxcustomerservice@willcoxcorvette.c om.
I'm semi retired and I'm online during the later hours of the day and on weekends. If this tells you anything, I’m listening to some old Iron Butterfly tonight! (No I’m not an old stoner either just some “In a Gadda Da Vida” battle hymn for baby boomers).
If you need help during the day or are not in a hurry just email the regular email address. Willcox@willcoxcorvette.com
We are thinking about putting up an Instant messenger on the web site so that you guys can IM me after hours. . . Any input on this?
Willcox Inc.
Last edited by Willcox Corvette; Nov 29, 2008 at 10:04 PM.
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“Please choose from your address book where you would like the items to be delivered to.”
Maybe the website thought Alaska was inter-national. The US mail (US POSTAL SERVICE) delivery comes to my house, just like the rest of the country.
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Here is my solution, 90% effective during a heavy rain. If the leak occurs after closing the door with the window up, then motor the window down a few inches and then motor it back up. Alternative: if a leak occurs after you motor the window up, then open and close the door. Good Luck!
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From: freeland pa
what does this kit include? this is a really good price this is why im asking. let me know thanks rob
OK. . .Got it! I stumbled on it by logging in to the office email but I got it and you should have an answer waiting for you too!
You guys need to know that if you need any help after hours to email us at willcoxcustomerservice@willcoxcorvette.c om.
I'm semi retired and I'm online during the later hours of the day and on weekends. If this tells you anything, I’m listening to some old Iron Butterfly tonight! (No I’m not an old stoner either just some “In a Gadda Da Vida” battle hymn for baby boomers).
If you need help during the day or are not in a hurry just email the regular email address. Willcox@willcoxcorvette.com
We are thinking about putting up an Instant messenger on the web site so that you guys can IM me after hours. . . Any input on this?
Willcox Inc.
You guys need to know that if you need any help after hours to email us at willcoxcustomerservice@willcoxcorvette.c om.
I'm semi retired and I'm online during the later hours of the day and on weekends. If this tells you anything, I’m listening to some old Iron Butterfly tonight! (No I’m not an old stoner either just some “In a Gadda Da Vida” battle hymn for baby boomers).
If you need help during the day or are not in a hurry just email the regular email address. Willcox@willcoxcorvette.com
We are thinking about putting up an Instant messenger on the web site so that you guys can IM me after hours. . . Any input on this?
Willcox Inc.
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From: Coldville
I dont think mine ever leaked and it has cracks in it but its time to get er done.
I found a better deal $269.00 FOR THE COMPLETE KIT.
Here is the link: http://www.r-dracing.com/wthrstrp/pc...rstrip-kit.htm
I found a better deal $269.00 FOR THE COMPLETE KIT.
Here is the link: http://www.r-dracing.com/wthrstrp/pc...rstrip-kit.htm
Last edited by rad928music; Dec 2, 2008 at 04:59 PM.
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I dont think mine ever leaked and it has cracks in it but its time to get er done.
I found a better deal $269.00 FOR THE COMPLETE KIT.
Here is the link: http://www.r-dracing.com/wthrstrp/pc...rstrip-kit.htm
I found a better deal $269.00 FOR THE COMPLETE KIT.
Here is the link: http://www.r-dracing.com/wthrstrp/pc...rstrip-kit.htm
I wish I would have check out the foam I used in my seats with other CF before purchasing and installing it a few years ago.