Cleaning/Restoring Window Strips

[Groover]

The strips on the bottom of the windows on the outside are looking pretty bad. I am not sure what has happened to them. Any suggestions on the most effective way to restore them?

Thanks!

 

[black_limited]

The strips on the bottom of the windows on the outside are looking pretty bad. I am not sure what has happened to them. Any suggestions on the most effective way to restore them?

Thanks!

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Yes that is the rubber degrading. Only way to fix is replace

 

[Groover]

Thanks. I just checked prices - it will cost a fortune to replace it all. Sigh...

 

[tommyddsr]

You can also check your local pick n pull.

 

[Groover]

Good idea - no 2007+ anywhere near me but will keep checking.

 

[Uberexpy]

I hit min with the Megiuer’s ultra black whenever I black the other plastic. Looks good, until I have to do the plastic again. Usually every couple of months.

 

[1970Maverick]

Mine looked like that after 1 year and I'm the original owner so I know nothing was used that could have caused it. I only use carwash soap and water with a sponge.

 

[Groover]

Thanks - will try the Ultra Black!

 

[zfifty]

As the old saying goes, take the pill before you operate.

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[zfifty]

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