weatherstrip on convertable
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weatherstrip on convertable
what is the name of the piece of weatherstrip installed right under where the rear vert top meets the body. it is the piece installed in the body of car. mine is worn and although still seals fine, it looks rough when the top is down
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I'd also like to know how to remove the old strip and install the new one...
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Its called the "Folding Top Stowage Compartment Lid Protector"
Like you mine has seen better days. I've tried Mothers "Back to Black" but its only ever a temporary improvement.
Heres the procedure to change it:
Using a heat gun heat the protector/molding to soften the adhesive.
Lift upward to remove the protector.
Remove all old adhesive from the lid depression by using 3M™ adhesive remover P/N 8984 or equivalent.
Clean the surface with a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water.
Dry the surface with a clean cloth.
Installation Procedure
Using a heat gun preheat the adhesive on the new protector.
Peel the backing from the protector.
Position the protector inside the lid depression with the ends of the protector flush with the forward edge of the lid.
Press the protector firmly into the lid depression.
Like you mine has seen better days. I've tried Mothers "Back to Black" but its only ever a temporary improvement.
Heres the procedure to change it:
Using a heat gun heat the protector/molding to soften the adhesive.
Lift upward to remove the protector.
Remove all old adhesive from the lid depression by using 3M™ adhesive remover P/N 8984 or equivalent.
Clean the surface with a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water.
Dry the surface with a clean cloth.
Installation Procedure
Using a heat gun preheat the adhesive on the new protector.
Peel the backing from the protector.
Position the protector inside the lid depression with the ends of the protector flush with the forward edge of the lid.
Press the protector firmly into the lid depression.
Last edited by DeeGee; Nov 27, 2011 at 07:49 AM.
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