Seeking Directions for 914rubber windshield trim install, Who has done it and how Options

[griffindoug]

Looking to see what the steps are for the install of the 914 rubber windshield trim (replacing the chrome).

Everyone here says to use Buytl tape to do the install but it seems like they advise using the urethane. I am looking for info from someone that has done the install themselves and what are the proper steps?

Thanks

[SA-914]

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I've not driven the car much since install, so I cannot say how well it works.

I could not find any real instructions anywhere. It does seem like the rubber is loose on the glass. Maybe I should have put some butyl in the rubber slot to grab the glass. Maybe the butyl was too thick and the rubber is not being squeezed between the glass and the frame. I think there was a comment that the seal was more decorative, and I would agree, but this does not seem any different than add the chrome. I was just used to the old style of VW rubber, where the rubber holds the glass and frame to provide a tight seal without butyl.

I may end up taking it out and trying to do it myself, to practice for new glass. the butyl is cheap enough to buy again...