The plastic film between the door and the panel.

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daboy3000
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Post Fri Jan 15, 2016 3:09 pm

Where do i get this from, can I buy it in a roll or is it precut?

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Post Fri Jan 15, 2016 6:06 pm

The automotive name for these are 'watershedders' but most people opt for medium gauge polythene sacks slit down one side and bonded to door panel with an unbroken line of sealant.
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Post Fri Jan 15, 2016 6:12 pm

Cool, so sort of clear rubble sack type thing?
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Post Fri Jan 15, 2016 7:38 pm

That should be ok, (good idea to oil & grease the window mechanism first) :D
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Post Fri Jan 15, 2016 8:13 pm

It's a waterproof membrane.

Clingfilm, innit! :D
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