 commonality between a 914 and a del Sol, lift-off roofs and keeping gaskets & w/s supple |
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| 1970 Neun vierzehn |
  Feb 12 2008, 11:56 AM
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This is not a PG correct recommendation as its origins are from a highly regarded Asian manufacturer of typically well- engineered, quality constructed and generally regarded durable and reliable autos, motorcycles and power equipment.
A number of years ago, the aforementioned manufacturer built and sold a model with the name of "del Sol". This car (and I drove one for about a year) had a removable, one piece roof, similar in concept to the 914s execution. Well, to any who had any familiarity with this car, sometimes, some cars would leak around the roof gaskets and dribble water into the passenger compartment. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/huh.gif) Those of us who have owned our cars long enough to wash them once, or who have owned them a loooooong time like some on this Forum, know that soft, supple and pliant weather stripping and seals are paramount for preserving the integrity of the rubber. The whole reason for this long-winded intro is to advise one and all that Honda recommends the following for preserving roof seals (on the del Sol), and I'd think on other w/s as well: It is "Shin-Etsu Silicone" Grease. It's white and goes to clear upon application. Honda Part # 08798-9013. Is it better than other automotive silicone, I don't know and can't really tell. But based on my 29 year affiliation with Honda automobiles, I'm guessing someone at Honda did some research. When I get my 914 back, I'm going to use some on my new rubber pieces. Pat probably won't approve, but there are so many none P/G "blessed" things about my car that it probably won't matter much anymore. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) Paul |
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| McMark |
Feb 16 2008, 09:27 PM
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914 Freak! Group: Retired Admin Posts: 20,179 Joined: 13-March 03 From: Grand Rapids, MI Member No.: 419 Region Association: None |
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| Pat Garvey |
 Feb 17 2008, 08:30 PM
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Do I or don't I...........? Group: Members Posts: 5,899 Joined: 24-March 06 From: SE PA, near Philly Member No.: 5,765 Region Association: North East States |
QUOTE(McMark @ Feb 16 2008, 10:27 PM)  Thank you Mark! Finally, someone with some smarts! I would advise anyone who wants this tasty (well, I really haven't tasted it - yet) stuff from Fleets to grab it while you can - it's being discontinued. Apparently, there isn't a large enough market for Glycerin "anything", and it's apparently expensive to produse in purity form. Grab it while you can. I have enought to last me until I start crapping my drawers & pinching nurses butts with impunity, because I'll be really old & easily forgiven. Or, so they'll think!! Heh, heh! Don't let your daughter work at my nursing home. Pat |
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| JeffBowlsby |
Feb 17 2008, 09:36 PM
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914 Wiring Harnesses Group: Members Posts: 8,575 Joined: 7-January 03 From: San Ramon CA Member No.: 104 Region Association: None 
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Glycerin is available at most pharmacies over the counter....no need to hoard... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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1970 Neun vierzehn commonality between a 914 and a del Sol Feb 12 2008, 11:56 AM
Pat Garvey
This is not a [i]PG correct recommendation as i... Feb 12 2008, 04:59 PM E-Man Do what you want. I stick with the German stuff:
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Pat Garvey
Glycerin is available at most pharmacies over the... Feb 18 2008, 06:30 PM Phoenix 914-6GT Worht sells a Glycerin for lubing seals and such. ... Feb 18 2008, 06:24 PM familienauto If you know anywhere local where they are making b... Feb 23 2008, 11:06 PM |
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