In a message dated 5/19/2006 12:04:54 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes:

I'm  installing a rear side window (86 vanagon) after some rust repair
and I  wondered what type of sealant the pro's use.  The frame is  newly
painted and the gasket is also new.

Is it better to use the  silicon  based product or the traditional black
rubbery  stuff?

Let me know what you have used.  Pmail is  fine.

There is absolutely no reason to use any type of  sealant if the rubber,
glass and frame are in good condition.  Use a rust  preventive oil such as Krown
on the rubber and frame to make installation easy  and prevent future rusting
of the frame.

Cheers,

Frank  Condelli
Almonte, Ontario, Canada
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