Weatherstrip Adhesive?
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Pro
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Weatherstrip Adhesive?
I'm going to replace the left targa top weatherstrip and would like to know what type of adhesive to use, so that I can avoid being 'hosed over' by the dealer for a simple install...thanks. 
Drifting
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From: Kingsport TN
Is this a liquid glue type adhesive or that double sided tape stuff? Also, what cleaner are you referring to? Is that also a 3M product?
I need the same stuff for my rubber upper hood seal which is coming off. Also I have some rear trunk mirror panels which are coming unstuck and the 3M tape isn't working. I need something more potent I think.
Thanks for any help.
I need the same stuff for my rubber upper hood seal which is coming off. Also I have some rear trunk mirror panels which are coming unstuck and the 3M tape isn't working. I need something more potent I think.
Thanks for any help.
Safety Car
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From: Dearborn Heights Michigan
Originally Posted by berryj
Is this a liquid glue type adhesive or that double sided tape stuff? Also, what cleaner are you referring to? Is that also a 3M product?
I need the same stuff for my rubber upper hood seal which is coming off. Also I have some rear trunk mirror panels which are coming unstuck and the 3M tape isn't working. I need something more potent I think.
Thanks for any help.
I need the same stuff for my rubber upper hood seal which is coming off. Also I have some rear trunk mirror panels which are coming unstuck and the 3M tape isn't working. I need something more potent I think.
Thanks for any help.
Fred
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Instructor
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From: Dallas Texas
The 3M weather strip adhesive (black) is a contact adhesive. It’s the best! Just follow the instructions. It takes about 24 hours for the glue to cure properly. Take your time and be patient! Good luck!
Pro
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From: Charlotte NC
The best cleaner to use is also 3M and is called All Purpose Cleaner & Adhesive Remover (many uses for this stuff). The original 3M weatherstrip glue is yellow in color and affectionately known in the trade as "elephant snoot" .
Instructor
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From: Dallas Texas
The yellow 3M glue is fine for holding engine gaskets in place for reassembly. I would recommend it for installing new weather stripping on the car though. That is unless you have a yellow car! Even then I wouldn’t use it.
