Just bought my 84 Corvette and it was like Niagara Falls when we went through the car wash... so Thank You for this video, I am new to doing things on cars but want to try ...Andrea
ty.andrea Henderson lol! I’m in the same boat as you. I just bought an 84 C4 as well. Same thing. Car wash reveals a significant leak on the passenger side front corner of the side window. I ordered a full weatherstripping kit, and I’ll be installing it this spring. In the meantime, I have a tarp over the cabin until I fix it. I cringed at the thought of using a tarp, but I don’t have a car cover for it yet, or a garage to park it in.
Just replaced my windshield header gasket. It was easy. Thank you for the encouraging video. There isn’t much I can do work wise on my 1996 Vette. I’d advise anybody to do this. it was easy and took me all afternoon to get all the glue off of there but it looks like new again.
Duke i'm getting ready to do my 89 also , Any tips you can offer would be appreciated . This would be my first attempt at replacing weather strip on my 89 convertible
Frank it was my first time too, and it was easy as could be. Pull out the old weatherstrip, scrape out any gunk left behind, put down the sealant and push in the new weatherstripping. I used an old plastic spoon to work it down. The whole thing took me about 45 minutes start to finish, and I haven't had any problems with it since.
Thanks for the reply , I'm going to order the weatherstripping and sealant today from Ecklers , Did you use their sealant of do you have another source for the weather stripping and sealant ? I want to install a good quality weather stripping and sealant.
It's been a year so I'm not sure anymore, but as I recall it was a tube I got from an auto parts store, possibly Pep Boys. The Ecklers brand will work fine too, I'm sure.
I would like to add, that should adjust your targa top front bolt supports after doing this. The new weather stripping will likely be thicker than the original & by leaking the targa in the same adjustment position will cause you to over compress the newly installed weather stripping, and possibly compromising it's water proof integrity .......Ask me how I know.
I think it would be very helpful to see the bead of adhesive that you lay down before Inserting the weatherstrip. Also do you spread the adhesive or just leave it as a bead?
Question I have a 91 convertible soft top good condition but the plastic vinyl window is bad do you have to replace whole top or can a guy just replace the vinyl window?
Thanks for the good video. I'm getting ready to do mine. Question: it seems like the tntire bead of cement would have set up in way less time that you showed it took to install the seal. Would it not be better to maybe apply the cement in say 1 ft. lineal sections, apply that 1 ft. of seal, then proceed with the balance in the same manner? Thanks again.
Teddy Vee Hi Teddy, thanks for the comment! We're using 3M weatherstrip adhesive, part number 08011. It takes about an hour to cure so you should have plenty of time to apply the weatherstrip. However, if working alone and you're concerned about the length of time needed, then proceed as you suggested by working the top first followed by each of the sides.
I bought a package of 11 plastic tools in anticipation of replacing my headliner and the weather stripping. Thank you for the advice@@PrecisionReplacementParts
Precision, do you have a video of replacing Side Weatherstrip Targa Top Side Seals For Chevy Corvette 87? These are the seals on the top of the window.
I have bought 4 of these moldings water pours in around door glass on both sided and makes a horrible wind noise. the molding comes in a small bag coiled up and it disforms the molding
I went out and pulled the top, hot here. There is no screw in the corner near the window and the inside trim that holds the top down. It appears to be a black plastic pin, both sides, but since the Precision weatherstrip I ordered, is not here yet, I can't pull the pin. I am concerned the pins will not be with the package and or there will not be enough. The pin is black and about 3/8" dia. head. My weatherstrip seems to be 2 piece, glued in the middle and yours seems to be one piece. Any thoughts please. Possible the pin is push into a tapped hole?
John, This weatherstrip including the original are all one piece. The sides (a piller) join the top section via the molded corners. If you look at the video at 1:30 & 4:40, there's a screw in the corner molds that needs to be removed and re-used. If you don't have this screw, you will need to purchase them as we don't supply them with the seal. We do supply the plastic push pins (4) for the molded ends which you can see at 9:20. Hope that helps.
+hasbeengood We produce a very good quality weatherstrip. The original was an open cell latex covered seal. Ours uses the closed cell technology and has been hollowed out to compress well. Hard to say where we fit in, but certainly not an economy version. Everyone has their own perception about quality though.
Hi...Great informative video , Convinced me to make the attempt myself on my 89. Can you possible give me your parts list and part numbers so i can order everything from you that i will need , I hate to get started and not have what is needed to complete the job. My email is fmolino2012@gmail.com Thank you .
$5k???? That's highway robbery at it finest! A 7 piece kit is around $700. To those who don't know: STAY AWAY from the Chinese w/s. Also, the latex w/s will tear easily if silicone spray/grease is not applied.
Just bought my 84 Corvette and it was like Niagara Falls when we went through the car wash... so Thank You for this video, I am new to doing things on cars but want to try ...Andrea
ty.andrea Henderson lol! I’m in the same boat as you. I just bought an 84 C4 as well. Same thing. Car wash reveals a significant leak on the passenger side front corner of the side window. I ordered a full weatherstripping kit, and I’ll be installing it this spring. In the meantime, I have a tarp over the cabin until I fix it. I cringed at the thought of using a tarp, but I don’t have a car cover for it yet, or a garage to park it in.
I just done the Windsheild Header Weatherstrip on my 86 Convertible "Down Under" in Australia.. this video was a great help.. Thank you.
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Just replaced my windshield header gasket. It was easy. Thank you for the encouraging video. There isn’t much I can do work wise on my 1996 Vette. I’d advise anybody to do this. it was easy and took me all afternoon to get all the glue off of there but it looks like new again.
Glad it helped.
Great video I enjoyed watching it I'm going to try my windshield weather stripping on mine
Wow.Got lots out of this video. Have to do the exact same with my 86. Also, on top of windows. Convertible top.
Excellent video. I replaced the weatherstripping on my '89 this afternoon and was surprised how easy it was!
dukeallen2001 Thanks! Glad yoou found it helpful.
Duke i'm getting ready to do my 89 also , Any tips you can offer would be appreciated . This would be my first attempt at replacing weather strip on my 89 convertible
Frank it was my first time too, and it was easy as could be. Pull out the old weatherstrip, scrape out any gunk left behind, put down the sealant and push in the new weatherstripping. I used an old plastic spoon to work it down. The whole thing took me about 45 minutes start to finish, and I haven't had any problems with it since.
Thanks for the reply , I'm going to order the weatherstripping and sealant today from Ecklers , Did you use their sealant of do you have another source for the weather stripping and sealant ? I want to install a good quality weather stripping and sealant.
It's been a year so I'm not sure anymore, but as I recall it was a tube I got from an auto parts store, possibly Pep Boys. The Ecklers brand will work fine too, I'm sure.
this worked on a 1988 Chevrolet convertible also.
I am attempting to replace the convertible top also it is a real challenge.
I really appreciate this video.
You're welcome!
I would like to add, that should adjust your targa top front bolt supports after doing this. The new weather stripping will likely be thicker than the original & by leaking the targa in the same adjustment position will cause you to over compress the newly installed weather stripping, and possibly compromising it's water proof integrity .......Ask me how I know.
A little Dielectric grease would help in the installation process under the reveal molding. Remove side ones for ease of adhesion and install.
What's going on with the trim piece at 8:28? I think maybe a fix to that before the weather stripping would be in order!
I think it would be very helpful to see the bead of adhesive that you lay down before Inserting the weatherstrip. Also do you spread the adhesive or just leave it as a bead?
You spread it evenly with an acid brush.
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Very good. Saved me a lot of time and....
+Mark Lammers Glad it helped Mark!
Question I have a 91 convertible soft top good condition but the plastic vinyl window is bad do you have to replace whole top or can a guy just replace the vinyl window?
Unfortunately we cannot advise on that as we only make the weatherstrip. A reputable body shop should be able to help you.
Thanks for video, now I feel like I can do mine
G Lee Glad it will help!
Thanks for the good video. I'm getting ready to do mine. Question: it seems like the tntire bead of cement would have set up in way less time that you showed it took to install the seal. Would it not be better to maybe apply the cement in say 1 ft. lineal sections, apply that 1 ft. of seal, then proceed with the balance in the same manner?
Thanks again.
Teddy Vee Hi Teddy, thanks for the comment! We're using 3M weatherstrip adhesive, part number 08011. It takes about an hour to cure so you should have plenty of time to apply the weatherstrip. However, if working alone and you're concerned about the length of time needed, then proceed as you suggested by working the top first followed by each of the sides.
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What do you use to clean the adhesive out after you've removed the weatherstrip?
We use 3M adhesive cleaner. PT#08984
Goo Gone will work then also?
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@@haroldleistikow1494 We've never tried Goo Gone but should work ok. Make sure you use a plastic chisel scraper.
I bought a package of 11 plastic tools in anticipation of replacing my headliner and the weather stripping. Thank you for the advice@@PrecisionReplacementParts
Precision, do you have a video of replacing Side Weatherstrip Targa Top Side Seals For Chevy Corvette 87? These are the seals on the top of the window.
Thank you
I replaced mine but for some reason it leaks from the driver side when I wash the car. Any ideas?
Send an email to our tech dept at tech@prp.com
Great video i can now got ahead a change mine
Thanks, glad it helped!
Do u make a kit for a C5 convertible?
Sorry, we do not.
About how long did it take to do the job?
It took us about an hour.
I have bought 4 of these moldings water pours in around door glass on both sided and makes a horrible wind noise. the molding comes in a small bag coiled up and it disforms the molding
Please give us a call at 800-367-8241 so we can get me information.
My strip has a push pin at the top of each corner and a screw?
There should be a plastic push pin that presses back in to that corner. Sorry for not addressing it.
Thank you for the reply
John, Just to be clear there's a screw that goes into the corner, the push pins go into the molded ends.
I went out and pulled the top, hot here. There is no screw in the corner near the window and the inside trim that holds the top down. It appears to be a black plastic pin, both sides, but since the Precision weatherstrip I ordered, is not here yet, I can't pull the pin. I am concerned the pins will not be with the package and or there will not be enough. The pin is black and about 3/8" dia. head. My weatherstrip seems to be 2 piece, glued in the middle and yours seems to be one piece. Any thoughts please. Possible the pin is push into a tapped hole?
John, This weatherstrip including the original are all one piece. The sides (a piller) join the top section via the molded corners. If you look at the video at 1:30 & 4:40, there's a screw in the corner molds that needs to be removed and re-used. If you don't have this screw, you will need to purchase them as we don't supply them with the seal. We do supply the plastic push pins (4) for the molded ends which you can see at 9:20. Hope that helps.
What do you use as adhesive remover?
+hasbeengood There's many products out on the market but we use 3M Adhesive Remover #08984
Thanks for answering. I know there are a few grades of quality in Corvette weatherstrip. Where does yours fit in? Econo, mid or OEM?
+hasbeengood We produce a very good quality weatherstrip. The original was an open cell latex covered seal. Ours uses the closed cell technology and has been hollowed out to compress well. Hard to say where we fit in, but certainly not an economy version. Everyone has their own perception about quality though.
Thank you for answering. I will definately give you guys a try!
Hi...Great informative video , Convinced me to make the attempt myself on my 89. Can you possible give me your parts list and part numbers so i can order everything from you that i will need , I hate to get started and not have what is needed to complete the job. My email is fmolino2012@gmail.com Thank you .
A shop tried charging me 5000 on weatherstripping replacement on my 94 c4 !
$5k???? That's highway robbery at it finest! A 7 piece kit is around $700. To those who don't know: STAY AWAY from the Chinese w/s. Also, the latex w/s will tear easily if silicone spray/grease is not applied.
1988 C4 Corvette Windshield Install
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