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Old August 25th 13, 07:15 PM posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
Jan Andersson[_4_]
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Default Windscreen rubber trim

On 8/25/2013 4:18 AM, AllanW wrote:
> On Sunday, August 25, 2013 5:06:14 PM UTC+12, John wrote:
>> Going to replace the windcreen rubber on the squareback. Don,t have any
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>> problems with the process having done quite a few other windows before.
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>> Except, for the soft aluminium trim. Anyone know whether I should fit the
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>> trim last, after window has been refitted or fit rubber to window,then the
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>> trim, and then install window,rubber and trim together?. So darn soft I dont
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>> wont to end up with dents all over it. All hints appreciated.
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>> Cheers
>>
>> John

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> I haven't done it, but I understand the trim must be in the rubber before fitting - it won't fit afterwards.
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> Good luck!


Correct. Rubber around glass first, then trim in the groove in the
rubber, then the whole deal in the car.
Use soapy water for lubrication.
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