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Re: Windscreen fitting cord.

Posted: 20 Dec 2018, 21:49
by Oldiebut goodie
Titus A Duxass wrote:Success.
It only took 4 attempts.Image

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It would have been easier if you had done it standing upright! :run

Re: Windscreen fitting cord.

Posted: 21 Dec 2018, 06:17
by Titus A Duxass
Oldiebut goodie wrote:
Titus A Duxass wrote:Success.
It only took 4 attempts.Image

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It would have been easier if you had done it standing upright! :run

I really must get to grips with Tapatalk. :run

Re: Windscreen fitting cord.

Posted: 21 Dec 2018, 08:45
by itchyfeet
Titus A Duxass wrote:Success.
It only took 4 attempts.

Andy don'ts from the first 3 attempts?
Any do's from the 4th attempt?

Re: Windscreen fitting cord.

Posted: 21 Dec 2018, 09:18
by multisi
Have you used flexible sealant ?

Re: Windscreen fitting cord.

Posted: 21 Dec 2018, 13:11
by Titus A Duxass
itchyfeet wrote:
Titus A Duxass wrote:Success.
It only took 4 attempts.

Andy don'ts from the first 3 attempts?
Any do's from the 4th attempt?

Don't start from the bottom.
Don't be scared.

Do use some silicone spray to jeep things slide nicely.
Do have a longer piece of string than you think you need.
Do start from the top in the centre and pull the string towards the centre of the screen.
Do take your time.

Re: Windscreen fitting cord.

Posted: 21 Dec 2018, 13:12
by Titus A Duxass
multisi wrote:Have you used flexible sealant ?

No but neither did VW.

Re: Windscreen fitting cord.

Posted: 21 Dec 2018, 16:37
by multisi
To rely on just the rubber for a good seal isn't good for peace of mind, the window seals on new vans have leaked, the original vw rubber was top quality but it doesn't mean its a guaranteed leak free fit. How will you know if they are sucking in water through a tiny gap ?

Re: Windscreen fitting cord.

Posted: 22 Dec 2018, 10:14
by Titus A Duxass
multisi wrote:To rely on just the rubber for a good seal isn't good for peace of mind, the window seals on new vans have leaked, the original vw rubber was top quality but it doesn't mean its a guaranteed leak free fit. How will you know if they are sucking in water through a tiny gap ?

You are, of course, entitled to your opinion.