I plan to replace the front convertible seal (the $180 one that wraps around the front and side windows) on my E30 sometime this spring [see: part no 54318100908]. I have reviewed this thread that discusses (near the end) replacing the seal and using sealant and it raises a few "how to" questions for me, see: http://www.shareaproject.com/pages/p...,p,217,00.html.
1. Does the seal simply pop in and out of the channel or does any trim need to be removed from the frame?
2. The thread mentions putting a bead of sealant on the frame before inserting the new seal? Did you do that? I will also make sure to get the corners, as mentioned in the DIY thread.
3. Which sealant did you use? Permatex 16B? A different Permatex? 3M Product 08008? Something else?
4. Any other tips to make sure the process is successful?
Thanks, Marc
1. Does the seal simply pop in and out of the channel or does any trim need to be removed from the frame?
2. The thread mentions putting a bead of sealant on the frame before inserting the new seal? Did you do that? I will also make sure to get the corners, as mentioned in the DIY thread.
3. Which sealant did you use? Permatex 16B? A different Permatex? 3M Product 08008? Something else?
4. Any other tips to make sure the process is successful?
Thanks, Marc
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