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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 10:26 AM
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I tried that trick where you spray the rubber around the door to stop the wind noise and it worked for me!. Didn't do it on my Vette, did it on my Chevy work truck.
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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 10:39 AM
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I wouldn't use it on the rubber it is known to dry them out over time. You are better off using dielectric grease.
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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 10:43 AM
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Amorall has been known to destroy rubber sportboats and dingys.
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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 10:55 AM
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I like 303 Aerospace Protectant.
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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 10:58 AM
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I only use Armorall on the tires.
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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 10:59 AM
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This stuff works good too!

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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 12:29 PM
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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 12:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Ultimate ride
Amorall has been known to destroy rubber sportboats and dingys.
I got it on my dingy once and it's never been the same.
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Originally Posted by DevilDog II
I got it on my dingy once and it's never been the same.
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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 12:49 PM
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This stuff is fantastic on weatherstripping:

http://www.autogeek.net/1z-einszett-...are-stick.html
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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 01:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Kale
This stuff is fantastic on weatherstripping:

http://www.autogeek.net/1z-einszett-...are-stick.html
Doesn't leave a residue behind either.
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I wouldn't use it on the rubber it is known to dry them out over time. You are better off using dielectric grease.
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Originally Posted by Quick Silver Z
I like 303 Aerospace Protectant.

I second this comment!
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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 04:35 PM
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I've used all of the products mentioned above and I keep coming back to 303.
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303 is fantastic to protect, but doesn't rejuvenate.
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Originally Posted by japc5
I wouldn't use it on the rubber it is known to dry them out over time. You are better off using dielectric grease.
You can buy a three tube of dielectric grease from Mid-Amercia for just a few busks. Last you for years, or at least for me that is.

I have a picture but it's too large to upload.
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Originally Posted by killain
You can buy a three tube of dielectric grease from Mid-Amercia for just a few busks. Last you for years, or at least for me that is.

I have a picture but it's too large to upload.
Thats what they all say!
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I picked up some stuff at NAPA and it is great on all rubber seals. It's called "Syl Glide". Comes in a tube and it will last for years. Used to use it on my 82 T-Tops. Just a thought. And ohhhh no it won't hurt your dingy. lol
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Originally Posted by slvrzo6
This stuff works good too!

I also have a can of natural silicone lubricant made by Rubber Seal that I got from a local body shop years ago - works great for lubricating weatherstripping and is works well for eliminating some wind noises.
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