Date:         Thu, 3 Jul 1997 23:12:41 -0400
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From:         James Cohen <jscohen@sprynet.com>
Subject:      Re: Winshield seal

>Never, ever re-use a window seal.  Seems no matter how much silicone or
>other sealing agent is used in the installation, that window seal will
>always leak, especially windshield seals.  Having made window seals for
>Bugs and Buses since 1976, I learned this the hard way when the old/used
>seal looked in good shape to re-use.
>

I've had the seal reused on several different windshield replacements, and
they have NEVER leaked.  I guess some are luckier than others.

James

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