G-Tech Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 im going to paint my 83 zx with t-tops. the last time i did it 10yrs ago i knew that when i took the weather stripping off a second time that i may have no choice but to replace them. the weather stripping that attaches to the body and runs from the doors all around the t-tops is not available, new or used (that i have found). was wondering if anyone has came up with a solution for this? maybe universal something? its a pretty unique piece. i hope there is someone that has figured this out, i obviously cant just throw the car away cause i cant find weather stripping. thanks for any help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clear2me Posted July 4, 2017 Share Posted July 4, 2017 These my problem 2 years ago I don't anything Any help please? 2+2 t-top Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supernova_6969 Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 hey! no a great solution, but if they seal and if the paint and the body is fine under the seals, i'd just leave them there, tape 'em and paint over them. like I said, not an awesome solution, but it should work for everything but a close inspection, or a full stock restoration. S. ps: you could try to separate the very top of the seal from the body to let some paint go under that first 1/16th of an inch, and then glue the strip back with weatherstripping glue. if you do, make sure to use it properly (I didn't): you need to spread the minimal amount on each side, super extra thin, let it dry, and then mate them. It's like contact cement... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Tech Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 I do like the idea of just separating the leading edge to get paint just a little underneath. Very good thank you! I will keep in mind what you said about the glue too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Litman Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 G-Tech, should you run into issues with your seals let me know. I have the seals from my '83ZXT in good condition, I believe. I am local too (Horseheads, NY - I think we've dealt with one another before). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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