Under Door Weatherstrip Installation

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sharpstang72

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Hey guys, how hard is it to install door weatherstrip that goes from the side of the door, wrapped underneath, then to the other (hinges) side. I forgot to install mine and I noticed yesterday that hot air was leaking into the car. At first, I thought it was leaking through speaker grill but I had that area fully insulated. Any help would be greatly appreciate it.

 
+ 1 on the 3M adhesive

Door w -strip glues on the door frame and into the track area

Item #D1ZZ-6520530/1

71-73 DOOR WEATHERSTRIP

Pair of reproduction door weatherstrip. Made in the USA. Price: $52.95

 
I just noticed the weatherstrip is 2 inches longer. Should I cut, if so where? I got it from c j ponys. Should I glue it & let it dry over night w/the door left open? Are the rails suppose to hold the weatherstrip w/o glue, or should I use glue on the whole weatherstrip?

Thanks,

 
I sealed it with 3m , used tape to hold the weatherstrip in position overnight ( use tape that's not hard to remove ).if needed use some little 5/8 tubes , place it on the weatherstrip when glued, put the 5/8 tube on the weatherstrip and tape them together to the doorshell. ( in some spots you can't use only the tape you need the tube to hold pressure on the weatherstrip )

If you make a big mess ( i always make a mess , who doesn't ) with the sealer you can remove that after installation with a little bit of gassoline or degreaser.

And don't stretch te weatherstrip too far , first prefit the weatherstrip before gluing it with the sealer.

Do not cut it !!!!

Hope it helps ,

JB

 
Yes , i always use the blue tape.

I didn't mention it , i didn't knew if you have that kind of tape in the U.S. ;)

JB

 
Guys, thanks very much for all the inputs.!!! I think I have enough info.now to tackle this bad boy. I have the blue tape, where can I buy the 3M Super Weatherstrip and Gasket Adhesive #08008? Andvance Auto parts, Auto zone, NAPA, Pep Boys?

Thanks,

 
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