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Subject:Re: sunroof: Seal VS Bead????? Need clarity
From:EMZ
Date:Tue, 9 Mar 1999 21:47:21 -0500

May I make a suggestion? Most sunroofs will leak a small
amount no matter what kind of seal it has or how new it is. SO
when they build a sunroof, they put a gutter and drains in, to
catch this leaking water. If your roof is leaking, good chance
the drains are clogged up.

            Eric                   86-VW4x4
            vw4x4@fyi.net          72-240z
            Pittsburgh, PA USA     1936-Chrysler

On Tue, 9 Mar 1999, Pollard, Matthew wrote:

> I am trying to order a the seal for my sunroof. (84 wolfsy).  There are two
> options: a sunroof seal & a sunroof beading.  What is the difference in
> these items? Rocky Mountain was not very helpful.  Currently my sunroof is
> sealed with caulk & I cannot open it to take a look. Bently (section 60) was
> not helpful.
>
>
> seal, sliding roof, Vanagon, $109.95, #253 877 223
> sliding roof beading, Vanagon $39.95, # 253 877 349
>
> Thanks!
> Matthew
>