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    8/21/2020 9:58 AM  #1

    Kristang
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    Sealing Side Windows

    I went through both sides of my car, adjusting the windows and they look fantastic, they just don't seal well enough to keep the wind noise out yet.  I have seen where you can take some 3M weather strip that comes in strips and place them between the folds along the roof line to force the rubber against the window frame.  Do you guys have any other ideas?  I feel like I tipped the windows in as far as I can.  I know the Drake strips are not very good after seeing the Soft Seal product so maybe I go that route?

     

    8/21/2020 7:38 PM  #2

    6sally6
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    Re: Sealing Side Windows

    I just learned to except the wind noise. Even back in the 60's most all the hardtops I rode in had a "whistle".
    Noisy exhaust and/or loud music seem to help alot!!
    Sorry I couldn't be more helpful.
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    8/21/2020 7:42 PM  #3

    Nos681
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    Re: Sealing Side Windows

    Did you replace the roof rail seal?

    That’s where most of mine came from.
    Have not replaced door or vent seals yet...lower on my priority list for now.
    I did replace the door rear and quarter seals too.

    Worst case, just play the music louder.😁

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    8/21/2020 8:55 PM  #4

    MS
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    Re: Sealing Side Windows

    Start with new double side foam seals between the body and weatherstrip retainer stainless.  Then new rubber seals between window and weatherstrip retainer.  Adjust the angle of the glass to get a tight seal when the window is up 

    I have learned that adding power window regulators helps to keep the glass tight against the seals. Stock regulators tend to loosen up and allow the glass to drop a bit.

    Money you enjoy wasting is NOT wasted money... unless your wife finds out.
     

    8/22/2020 12:22 PM  #5

    Kristang
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    Re: Sealing Side Windows

    6sally6 wrote:

    I just learned to except the wind noise. Even back in the 60's most all the hardtops I rode in had a "whistle".
    Noisy exhaust and/or loud music seem to help alot!!
    Sorry I couldn't be more helpful.
    6sal6

    It's all good Sal!  I don't believe one can perfectly seal between the roof rail and the window frame.
     

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    8/22/2020 12:23 PM  #6

    Kristang
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    Re: Sealing Side Windows

    Nos681 wrote:

    Did you replace the roof rail seal?

    That’s where most of mine came from.
    Have not replaced door or vent seals yet...lower on my priority list for now.
    I did replace the door rear and quarter seals too.

    Worst case, just play the music louder.😁

    Yes, the roof rail seals are brand new.  I have enough stereo to make it go away! LOL

     

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    8/22/2020 12:25 PM  #7

    Kristang
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    Re: Sealing Side Windows

    MS wrote:

    Start with new double side foam seals between the body and weatherstrip retainer stainless. Then new rubber seals between window and weatherstrip retainer. Adjust the angle of the glass to get a tight seal when the window is up

    I have learned that adding power window regulators helps to keep the glass tight against the seals. Stock regulators tend to loosen up and allow the glass to drop a bit.

    All the above has been done!  Nu Relics window motors and I have the windows tipped in on top as far as they will go.  I think I may have found a small issue with the window frame hitting the retainer stainless when the window is up to the top.  May have to adjust the stop on the back end.

    Thank you
     

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    8/24/2020 9:40 PM  #8

    Ron68
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    Re: Sealing Side Windows

    My window seal great, but my passenger side vent window will not get tight enough to stop that damned whistle!! I have learned to open my driver's side vent a crack and the whistle goes away. It's just a hassle in colder weather to have it open. Guess I'll have to put that on my Covid-19  Stay at Home Project list too.

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