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Subject:Re: Rubber Seal Treatment
From:Michael Sullivan
Date:Sun, 25 Oct 2009 15:33:52 -0500

Was waiting to get a few replies.  My wife says she has some glycerin so
will try it first.  Will let you know. Thanks.
Michael in San Antonio
91GL AT 'Gringo'
73 Beetle

On Sun, Oct 25, 2009 at 3:11 PM, Roger VanTill <motelvw@gmail.com> wrote:

> Hmmmm.....the Zymol Seal contains mostly glycerin.
> Nice tip, John.
>
>
> On Sun, Oct 25, 2009 at 11:46 AM, John Meeks <vanagon@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > On Sun, Oct 25, 2009 at 8:45 AM, Michael Sullivan <
> sandwichhead@gmail.com
> > >wrote:
> >
> > > Good morning, Volks.  Looking for a recommendation on what to use to
> > revive
> > > the seals around dors and windows.  They are in good shape.  Something
> at
> > > Napa or a home remedy, please.  Gonna wax today.  Thanks.
> > > Michael in San Antonio
> > > 91GL AT 'Gringo'
> > > 73 Beetle
> > >
> >
> > Michael,
> >
> > I use Glycerin thinned with water. You can get a bottle at the drug store
> > for a buck or 3.  Rubber soaks it up. Keeps it pliable. It's not gonna
> give
> > you that ArmorAll car show look, but it does help to seal in the natural
> > oils.
> >
> > John Meeks
> > '91 Multivan
> > Northern Michigan
> >
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> >
> > Radio Call:KC8ZFN
> >
>