Convertible hood roof top seal fix

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Joedean
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Post Sun Jan 21, 2018 5:05 pm

Does anyone know how to fix a slightly leaking convertible hood roof top seal without shelling out 250 pounds which they are going for on ebay? or at least somewhere selling for a more realistic price ?? Any help or recommendations very much appreciated.
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Post Sun Jan 21, 2018 8:56 pm

I got some stuff to refresh the seals up a bit and some BMW roof sealant, as recommended on here. Not had chance to use them yet due to weather!
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Post Sun Jan 21, 2018 11:34 pm

Gummi Pflege, check on Amazon to condition the rubber, also check the window adjustment.
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Post Mon Jan 22, 2018 9:26 am

nice one peeps! Gummi pfledge and roof sealant it is!! Found a good youtube vid explaining how to wash and protect. Adding a little Vaseline around the seal after cleaning,and applying Gummi pfledge was also recommended.
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Post Mon Jan 22, 2018 10:33 am

Nee to do the seals a few times with the gummy pflege, also do the door and boot seals as well.
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Post Mon Jan 22, 2018 10:45 am

Cheers Satan =-)

Would you recommend the Roll on or Spay gummy pflege?
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Post Mon Jan 22, 2018 11:15 am

I use the one with the foam end, press down foam soaks up liquid then rub on your seals...... find it easier.