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Subject:Re: Temperature Sensative Sliding Door
From:Bryan
Date:Wed, 7 Oct 1998 17:17:05 -0700

Wil,

I have the same problem with my 87 Westy.

Looking forward to the replies.

Bryan

Wil Barker wrote:
>
> I have an '85 Westy and as I live in NJ this is the time of year when
> the temp starts to dip into the 40's [F].  Pretty much as soon as the temp
> drops to 49 degees the sliding door will not close easily from the inside.
> I must get out and close it with two hands (one at the front and one
> pressing at
> the back).  What's up with this???   Is it just the grease viscosity on the
> rear
> latch mechanizim?  Is the door a giant bi-metal thermometer?
> Is this a feature or a bug?
>
> Anyone else experience this fun?
>
> - Wil
> '85 Westy

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