Not good for the rubber.  Krown Oil or similar oil that will keep the rubber SOFT is important.  That�s why I do not use any sealant as discussed in an earlier posting.  If the rubber is nice and soft and the frame in good condition all nicely painted then no sealant is needed.

On Nov 20, 2013, at 7:18 PM, Automatic digest processor <LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> wrote:

> I have nboty had the pleasure of replacing a window and seal myself -
> but I would think that Glycerin would be an optimum lubricant for the
> task! Get it at the drug store.

Cheers,    

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