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RShaips · 08-29-2011, 08:55 PM

What do you guys recomend? I have tried several kinds in the past and have not been impressed. I have all new rubber for my Jimmy and only want to put it on once! Thanks

**Boog** · 08-29-2011, 09:54 PM

3m

**LockDoc** · 08-29-2011, 10:04 PM

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Go to the salvage yard and buy a pair of '86-'96 Dodge Dakota pickup door weatherstrips, push them on, cut three inches off of the end and you are done. No glue, no mess, no fuss. If you look you can find some nice ones for under 10 bucks.... Take a Phillips screwdriver, small hammer and a small pry bar with you to get them off.

Oh and don't lose the rubber inserts where the ends of the seal fit together.

LockDoc

jtp67-72 · 08-29-2011, 10:18 PM

^^^^^ that's what i like about this forum------Always learning something
new.............thanx doc................jim

mbgmike · 08-29-2011, 11:06 PM

if you have the glue on type go buy the glue from ford. i don't have the part number. its green in color and motorcraft brand. comes in a can with a screw lid and brush. don't waste time with the stuff from 3m marketed in stores. takes too long. i am sure you will get all kinds of better suggestions but they never used it I bet

71meangreenc10 · 08-29-2011, 11:11 PM

I watched a show and they had Steele Parts guy showing that the best way to install the seals was to use 3m products and spray down the door area and let it get tacky first, then apply it to the seal and attach it to the cab and hold it in place.

Smitty

**LockDoc** · 08-29-2011, 11:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71meangreenc10

I watched a show and they had Steele Parts guy showing that the best way to install the seals was to use 3m products and spray down the door area and let it get tacky first, then apply it to the seal and attach it to the cab and hold it in place.

Smitty

The only problem with that is, if you don't get it in the right position before it makes contact you may tear it trying to get it back loose to move it. Having to get it over the lip around the door opening makes it tough to do. Definitely easier with two people.

LockDoc

magwakeenercew2jh · 08-29-2011, 11:46 PM

I bought 2 dozen of the clips at Office Max. And the other stuff (if it's the yellow/orange crud) at the auto parts store.

I'm gonna try the Dodge Dakota door thing next time....Sounds like more fun.

For me, the key is, "...a little at a time". "Do one door and do the other tomorrow".

YMMV, because we all want to get it all done at once, right?

Maxxd07 · 08-29-2011, 11:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mbgmike

if you have the glue on type go buy the glue from ford. i don't have the part number. its green in color and motorcraft brand. comes in a can with a screw lid and brush. don't waste time with the stuff from 3m marketed in stores. takes too long. i am sure you will get all kinds of better suggestions but they never used it I bet

Caterpillar has what sounds like the same stuff. Green in a can with a brush. I dont remember what the name is but we call it green glue. It is some wicked stuff, and near impossible to get off even your hands. Works great for weatherstripping. It also works good for gasket adhesive where you dont want the gasket to move during assembly.

fastwillie 696969 · 08-29-2011, 11:57 PM

gorllia snot its yellow in color and sticks to just about everything
https://secure.cbperformance.com/cat...productid=1055

**truckster** · 08-30-2011, 12:21 AM

I've always liked the 3M black weatherstrip adhesive. It works pretty well on gaskets, too.

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-30-2011, 01:28 AM

Nice tip Leon! I may have to look for some now.

mbgmike · 08-30-2011, 05:58 AM

we have tried all the stuff mentioned above through the years and he asked for the best. The ford or possibly the cat stuff is the way to go. 3m is crap compared to the motorcraft. its just more popular and easily found in stores so people reccomend it.

**special-K** · 08-30-2011, 06:49 AM

I've always used 3M because that's the the type of thing they do. At one time they were the ones who supplied automakers. The option was always something else inferior,going back 30 or more years. But,through this thread I have learned,from people who know what they're talking about,that there is a better adhesive (topic of discussion) and even a better weatherstrip. I use the 3M weatherstrip adhesive for all sorts of things. It's great been stuff that I always keep in my toolbox. I'll have to try that Ford adhesive.

RShaips · 08-30-2011, 07:51 AM

Thanks for all the suggestions. I think I will try the green can stuff from Ford if I can find it. In the past I have used the yellow stuff from 3M I think and always had trouble getting it to stick and always made a mess.

**truckdude239** · 08-30-2011, 08:18 AM

i just bought teh pushon door seals form gmc pauls

my67c20 · 08-30-2011, 01:22 PM

Also bought the push on ones from GMC Pauls. They worked great. Just put the seam under the sill plate.

docflower · 08-30-2011, 05:01 PM

Side note... why is the front 3 inches missing from the window weather strip anyway?

mbgmike · 08-30-2011, 07:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by truckdude239

i just bought teh pushon door seals form gmc pauls

we sell the exact same seal just for info.

**special-K** · 08-31-2011, 05:52 AM

That's what I'll be buying. So,it stays on just fine w/o adhesive?

**GMCPaul** · 09-01-2011, 05:49 AM

Yes our push on door seals we carry install without the use of any adhesive. They can be installed, removed, & reinstalled repeatedly without problems or having to worry about them coming free on their own.
Heres a link to the page we have them on
http://www.gmcpauls.com/Pickup.htm
Part# 2660241
Paul @ GMCPauls

**leddzepp** · 09-01-2011, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GMCPaul

Yes our push on door seals we carry install without the use of any adhesive. They can be installed, removed, & reinstalled repeatedly without problems or having to worry about them coming free on their own.
Heres a link to the page we have them on
http://www.gmcpauls.com/Pickup.htm
Part# 2660241
Paul @ GMCPauls

these are the best, hands down. dont even waste your time with the kind that glue on
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**special-K** · 09-02-2011, 07:14 AM

Perfect for me or anyone else who plans to run a truck in primer and paint later. Perfect for all uses,as well.

dmack91 · 09-02-2011, 11:28 PM

Thanks Leon !!

After reading your tip on Dakota seals, I went down to the U Pick It and for a total investment of $6, I now have seals that do their job.

I actually have to slam the door shut now.

Thanks again.

nuke82 · 11-24-2013, 11:06 PM

Thanks GMCPaul! Just ordered a pair and I can't wait to get these things in, the glue on are a royal pain!

08-29-2011, 08:55 PM	#1
RShaips Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Augusta Missouri Posts: 804	Best adhesive for door weatherstrip? What do you guys recomend? I have tried several kinds in the past and have not been impressed. I have all new rubber for my Jimmy and only want to put it on once! Thanks

08-29-2011, 09:54 PM	#2
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 12,947	Re: Best adhesive for door weatherstrip? 3m __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

08-29-2011, 10:04 PM	#3
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,321	Re: Best adhesive for door weatherstrip? - Go to the salvage yard and buy a pair of '86-'96 Dodge Dakota pickup door weatherstrips, push them on, cut three inches off of the end and you are done. No glue, no mess, no fuss. If you look you can find some nice ones for under 10 bucks.... Take a Phillips screwdriver, small hammer and a small pry bar with you to get them off. Oh and don't lose the rubber inserts where the ends of the seal fit together. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

08-29-2011, 10:18 PM	#4
jtp67-72 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: dequincy la. Posts: 1,465	Re: Best adhesive for door weatherstrip? ^^^^^ that's what i like about this forum------Always learning something new.............thanx doc................jim

08-29-2011, 11:06 PM	#5
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08-29-2011, 11:11 PM	#6
71meangreenc10 Its a Truck Thing...... Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Sierra Vista, Arizona Posts: 3,158	Re: Best adhesive for door weatherstrip? I watched a show and they had Steele Parts guy showing that the best way to install the seals was to use 3m products and spray down the door area and let it get tacky first, then apply it to the seal and attach it to the cab and hold it in place. Smitty __________________ 71 C10 283/3SPD Full Resto 71 GMC 1500 Sierra Grande http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=518599 70 C10 Suburban Former military GSA truck. 72 Chevy Blazer 4X4, Sloppy Jo, Mountain Climber. Wife says no more trucks. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707378 72 GMC 1 Ton Motor Home, wife said no more trucks until she saw this one. Gen 3 6.0/4L80E 4.10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=761110 68 GMC Suburban was 3/4 ton, now 1/2.Wife shook her head 71 C30 Wrecker 71 C20 Scott-Bilt As weird as it gets..BB Cheyenne AC Truck 68 GMC Long Stepside. They keep following me home 71 C20 Longhorn/Ole Yellor 69 C30 Former Motor Home, Flat Bed time

08-29-2011, 11:46 PM	#8
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08-29-2011, 11:57 PM	#10
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08-30-2011, 12:21 AM	#11
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,791	Re: Best adhesive for door weatherstrip? I've always liked the 3M black weatherstrip adhesive. It works pretty well on gaskets, too.

08-30-2011, 01:28 AM	#12
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08-30-2011, 05:58 AM	#13
mbgmike Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pasadena,Tx /Pto Pta DR Posts: 5,415	Re: Best adhesive for door weatherstrip? we have tried all the stuff mentioned above through the years and he asked for the best. The ford or possibly the cat stuff is the way to go. 3m is crap compared to the motorcraft. its just more popular and easily found in stores so people reccomend it.

08-30-2011, 06:49 AM	#14
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: Best adhesive for door weatherstrip? I've always used 3M because that's the the type of thing they do. At one time they were the ones who supplied automakers. The option was always something else inferior,going back 30 or more years. But,through this thread I have learned,from people who know what they're talking about,that there is a better adhesive (topic of discussion) and even a better weatherstrip. I use the 3M weatherstrip adhesive for all sorts of things. It's great been stuff that I always keep in my toolbox. I'll have to try that Ford adhesive. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

08-30-2011, 07:51 AM	#15
RShaips Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Augusta Missouri Posts: 804	Re: Best adhesive for door weatherstrip? Thanks for all the suggestions. I think I will try the green can stuff from Ford if I can find it. In the past I have used the yellow stuff from 3M I think and always had trouble getting it to stick and always made a mess.

08-30-2011, 08:18 AM	#16
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08-30-2011, 01:22 PM	#17
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08-30-2011, 05:01 PM	#18
docflower Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ogden, Utah Posts: 32	Re: Best adhesive for door weatherstrip? Side note... why is the front 3 inches missing from the window weather strip anyway?

08-31-2011, 05:52 AM	#20
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: Best adhesive for door weatherstrip? That's what I'll be buying. So,it stays on just fine w/o adhesive? __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

09-01-2011, 05:49 AM	#21
GMCPaul Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Rockville,In. USA Posts: 3,718	Re: Best adhesive for door weatherstrip? Yes our push on door seals we carry install without the use of any adhesive. They can be installed, removed, & reinstalled repeatedly without problems or having to worry about them coming free on their own. Heres a link to the page we have them on http://www.gmcpauls.com/Pickup.htm Part# 2660241 Paul @ GMCPauls __________________ Secure Online Catalog for-GMCPauls Truck Parts Email- GMCPAULS@GMAIL.COM

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09-02-2011, 11:28 PM	#24
dmack91 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Redmond, OR Posts: 754	Re: Best adhesive for door weatherstrip? Thanks Leon !! After reading your tip on Dakota seals, I went down to the U Pick It and for a total investment of $6, I now have seals that do their job. I actually have to slam the door shut now. Thanks again. __________________ 68 Chev C20- son has it now 83 K20 - bought from son 70 C20 - in progress

11-24-2013, 11:06 PM	#25
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