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71enthusiast 06-23-2014 11:56 AM

No Seal Window Sweeps
 
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This is a little write up about my experience with window sweeps.
I have bought these things from different companies and still end up with the same results.
Here is the problem I am having:

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I'm looking for a set that actually seal when the window shuts.
All the ones I've used haven't even came close.
This picture is of a brand new door also so there shouldn't be any seperation.
I've used GMCPauls and Classic Industries which both have top quality parts, However this seems to be a problem with me.

If anyone knows where to find some extra thick sweeps, let me know!
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jabborabbo 06-23-2014 12:11 PM

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I think that they only seal when the window is rolled all the way up...they catch on a bar that sticks out from the window....

71enthusiast 06-23-2014 12:19 PM

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Mine dont seal with the window rolled up either. There is still a gap between the window bracket and seal.

Lee H 06-23-2014 12:55 PM

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I checked mine, yours measures .50. mines .0395 (precision brand) and seals with window up or down. What is the total gap between the metal to metal door? How is the felt in the window runs?

leftybass209 06-23-2014 01:27 PM

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Have you measured your "New" door gap to an original?

AirSpeed 06-23-2014 01:41 PM

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I have the same problem, there's about a 1/8th" gap. I saw some wide trim awhile back but can't remember where. I do know that the new trim I put in was narrower than the little chunk of original trim that was still hanging on by a thread before I tore it out

71enthusiast 06-23-2014 01:41 PM

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Alright I measured metal to metal opening.
I am not within reach of a micrometer, but with a measuring tape both doors measured at 1 & 1/16" inch.
The felts and rubbers are both new

Lee H 06-23-2014 01:50 PM

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Mine are .89

leddzepp 06-23-2014 03:04 PM

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I've used Precision and they fit very well. I've also used Re-Pops brand and could barely roll the window up or down as they were very tight. The problem may be your door gap and not the seals.

LockDoc 06-23-2014 03:09 PM

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Just because your door is new doesn't mean it is made correctly. It looks to me like the opening is too wide.

I agree with lefty double check it.....

If you want the VERY best window seals make sure the vendor sells the "Original" "Repops" brand window seals. Made in the USA. Read this thread:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard//...d.php?t=493227

Read the whole thread, but be sure and pay special attention to Post #19 by Tim....

LockDoc

71enthusiast 06-23-2014 05:02 PM

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Thanks Guys for the help!
And LockDoc I wasn't able to open that link you gave me

LockDoc 06-23-2014 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 71enthusiast (Post 6733004)
Thanks Guys for the help!
And LockDoc I wasn't able to open that link you gave me

Try it now. I re-did it....

LockDoc

TheOtherScott 06-24-2014 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc (Post 6732875)
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Just because your door is new doesn't mean it is made correctly. It looks to me like the opening is too wide.

I agree with lefty double check it.....

If you want the VERY best window seals make sure the vendor sells the "Original" "Repops" brand window seals. Made in the USA. Read this thread:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard//...d.php?t=493227

Read the whole thread, but be sure and pay special attention to Post #19 by Tim....

LockDoc


Regarding the thread you recommended, do you have a photo or diagram showing the strap connecting the inner/outer door skins referred to in post #23 by GMCPAUL?

DUD2STUD 06-24-2014 12:22 PM

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Just like Leddzepp said I use re-pop brand and mine are tight to the point it's hard to roll the window up and down. I'm hoping the will break in a little but there is no water getting in for sure.

LockDoc 06-24-2014 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by TheOtherScott (Post 6734052)
Regarding the thread you recommended, do you have a photo or diagram showing the strap connecting the inner/outer door skins referred to in post #23 by GMCPAUL?


No I don't. I know there are some pictures on here but I can't seem to find them. I will try to remember to take a couple tomorrow....

LockDoc

TheOtherScott 06-24-2014 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc (Post 6734999)
No I don't. I know there are some pictures on here but I can't seem to find them. I will try to remember to take a couple tomorrow....

LockDoc


Whenever you have time, it will be much appreciated!

LockDoc 06-26-2014 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by TheOtherScott (Post 6735007)
Whenever you have time, it will be much appreciated!


I am posting the pictures of the door strap/connector in a new thread. Here is a link to it...

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=633866

LockDoc


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