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Re: vent window gasket-need advice (archive)
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Posted by Chris B. on May 20, 2001 at 21:55:25:

In Reply to: vent window gasket-need advice posted by nevada72 on May 20, 2001 at 21:38:18:


I'm trying to make my vent window close but it is being obstructed by what appears to be a newer gasket (really stiff uncracked rubber). I took the entire assembly apart to lube the worm-shaft mechanism and get a better grasp on the task at hand. The problem seems to be that the gasket is too short at the bottom. It doesn't want to stretch from 90 degree corner to 60 degree corner. Thus it keeps the vent window slightly ajar-noisy at speed. Is this typical? Is there some "magic" way to stretch that gasket so it will fit? TIA


A properly installed wind wing gasket should not interfere with the closing of the window. Also, a new gasket is relatively soft. It could be that your gasket (i) is not installed correctly, and/or (ii) is not soft enough to allow the window to seat properly.

You might want to try something on the rubber to soften it up a bit. I suggest Gummi-Pflege... this stuff is available from the dealer for a couple of bucks a tube. It is intended for treatment of seals, and is a bit like Vaseline. Also, try pushing on the frame or glass when you are operating the control mechanism to close the window. Further, it may help to move and reposition the seal with a small screwdriver while you are trying to close the window.


Chris B.
'73 ex-Malaga



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