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windows arent creating an air tight seal anymore? lube?

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Old Apr 20, 2005 | 01:28 PM
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Default windows arent creating an air tight seal anymore? lube?
i can hear wind creeping through the top of the window when the windows are rolled up. any suggestions on how to remedy this?
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Old Apr 20, 2005 | 01:38 PM
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Default Stuff some a thin strip of pipe insulation in behind the rubber seal.
This will bring the original rubber seal out a little bit more to seal better. Plus, you won't be able to see the pipe insulation.
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Old Apr 20, 2005 | 01:42 PM
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Default Is it the door against the body, or the window against the door? if it's the door.
bend it in a bit at the top.
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window against the body
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Old Apr 20, 2005 | 01:50 PM
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Default yeah, try twisting the door in a bit - it's metal it'll give somewhat. otherwise...
...you'd be better off adjusting the hinges rather than stuffing more foam behind the seals.
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silicon spray..rubber may be dried out
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Default I've tried both methods.
I actually put washers between the hinge and body. The door just continues to sag more and more, though.
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