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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 11:23 AM
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What is the best thing to put on the targa seals to prevent them from sticking to the top. I almost ruined mine last week.

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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 11:49 AM
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A thin coat of dielectric grease.
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I use this on everything but leather and carpet and have been using it for many years....
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A thin coat of dielectric grease.


And it will protect your weatherstrips from deterioration from the elements, and help keep water out of your car.
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..... ...it also is good until the seals "mold" themselves tightly to the contours of teh surface areas they are touching.......used it on my door seals...
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Thanks all I will fix her right up.

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