1992 Windshield Weatherstrip Installation
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1992 Windshield Weatherstrip Installation
I have removed the old weatherstripping from the windshield and a-pillar area and have dry-fit the new seal. I am ready to apply adhesive.
The new weatherstripping did not come with the nylon push-pin retainers that secure the weatherstripping at the bottom and top of the a-pillars on each side. I called the vendor and they said it is not supposed to come with the seal and that screws are supposed to be used.
Can anyone clarify this for me?
Thanks!
The new weatherstripping did not come with the nylon push-pin retainers that secure the weatherstripping at the bottom and top of the a-pillars on each side. I called the vendor and they said it is not supposed to come with the seal and that screws are supposed to be used.
Can anyone clarify this for me?
Thanks!
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From: Peoria Arizona.. Resident Gold Cylon
Correct I just cleaned mine and reused when I replace the A Pillar molding. The replacements do no come with them. A dab of 3M weatherstrip glue will keep em in place.
If didnt save your pins your local bodyshop should be able to help you out for a few plastic pins. GC
If didnt save your pins your local bodyshop should be able to help you out for a few plastic pins. GC
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From: St James New York
I also reused the OEM black plastic clips and did not use any weatherstrip adhesive. So far so good, but I did clean out all the old glue & weatherstripping from the channels w/plenty of 3M adhesive remover/cleaner.
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I did save the old nylon push-pin retainers, but two broke during removal.
Good idea to check a body shop. I'll also check the Help section at the local auto parts store.
Seems like most do not apply adhesive whe installing the new weatherstripping. There are no issues with leaking?
Has anyone elses used screws in place of the nylon push-pin retainers?
Thanks.
Good idea to check a body shop. I'll also check the Help section at the local auto parts store.
Seems like most do not apply adhesive whe installing the new weatherstripping. There are no issues with leaking?
Has anyone elses used screws in place of the nylon push-pin retainers?
Thanks.
