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Introducing Rear side Quarter Windows Weatherstripping

When referring to Quarter Windows, it means car side window that can be found in a variety of body type especially 2 Doors Sedan or Coupe Hardtop car groups. Quarter Windows Weatherstripping can be broadly classify according to its usage as follow:

Fix window

It is Quarter Windows without complicated mechanisms which looks like rubber weatherstripping attached to the car body. It is similar to Front and Rear Rubber Weatherstrip Seal but the shape of the window glass will be vary according to the design of each car model. However, universal profile rubber cannot be installed because each model has a unique window shape. The window itself usually has at least 1-2 number of angles, either Narrow angle or Wide angle. So, Rubber Weatherstripping requires neatly and precisely heat moulded joint for making these angles. In case of modifications universal rubber profile for connecting angle correctly and closely is often difficult to make it.

Opened - Closed Window

This type of Quarter Window Weatherstripping Seal is more complicated than the Fix Window. It usually has two components :

Inner Weatherstrip which it is an important part of sealing water and windproof while closing the window,

Outer Weatherstrip (in some car model this part may not be included).

Inner weatherstripping profile

has two main forms of support: the pinch part to the car body and the shockproof part. Inner Weatherstripping Rubber Seal can be a whole Sponge rubber, a whole piece of Dense rubber or a small side-bulb pinch-weld rubber.

Examples of Rear Quarter Windows Weatherstripping Seals which its function can be opened - closed windows :

Rear quarter weatherstripping FJ40 hinge type

Rear quarter weatherstripping KP61 3D

Rear quarter weatherstripping B110 2D sedan

Outer Weatherstrip

is the parts that covers the edge around the window pane for shockproof. Some car models may not use this rubber around the window glass. It might come as a bare glass style. Some models may have a frame around the layer of glass window (looks like a door).

Rear quarter weatherstripping D21

Rear quarter weatherstripping D21 1987

Rear quarter weatherstripping 510 2D sedan

Sliding Window

Sliding Window is the most commonly found in Van and large Wagon. The function of this window is a Double window run channel installed in a rail for sliding window back and forth in both directions. Example of car models that using this type of rubber :

Toyota Land cruiser FZJ78 Rear quarter window weatherstrip seal

Nissan C22 vannette

Run chanel for sliding window

For over 40 years of experience in Weatherstripping, no matter of what type of Rear Quarter Window whether it is a Fix Window, Opened - Closed Window or Sliding Window. We can produce or reproduction these weatherstripping seal with high quality, perfectly use and installation. We are very confident that we will be able to satisfy of all customer needs.

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9 steps to replace Vent Window Rubber Seal

Simply explain step by step how to replace the vent rubber seal. Basic concept that could apply to each car model.

Remove the whole vent frame off from the door and turn the vent window open at 90 degree.

Remove the glass frame from vent window frame by loosening the nut and spring washer from the base of Vent frame around the hole axis area.

Loosen the front Upper pivot point from the window glass frame.

Remove the old Vent Window Rubber Seal that was damaged, broken or cracked from the Vent frame.

Replace the new Vent Window Rubber Seal and please beware for putting the Vent Window Rubber Seal on the correct side. Can check details how to distinguish it here.

Make sure that hole axis at the base of Vent Rubber Seal align with the hole of Vent frame base.

Check the fitting around the Vent Window Rubber seal and the Vent frame that they are closely connected.

Install the Glass frame that was initially removed by starting to insert the Axis into the hole base and firmly clinch the Spring washer. Then attach the Upper pivot point with the Glass frame.

Test the opening and closing of the Vent glass frame that it can be done freely and not stuck anywhere. Then reinstall the Vent frame to car door.

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How to replace car door weather stripping seal

Have you ever notice any noise and smell while you are driving? Is there any water leak or drop inside cabin? It's a sign that you might need to replace your car door weather stripping seal. Let's see how to change car door weatherstripping seal step by step.

Remove the old car door weather stripping seal. You might need small plastic crowbar or fastener remover to remove every plastic clips on the door weather stripping.

Release the door hinge supporting pin. This might vary from each car model but mostly you need to release it in case that the door weather stripping seal have complete loop style. Be careful of damaging the car door or body while punching the pin out.

Cleaning the door surface and make sure you already removed all plastic clips. Remove all the remaining glue stain. In case if the door weather stripping are glue type, you will need to apply primer for the best performance of weatherstripping glue.

Prepare new car door weather stripping seal. Make sure that the parts are correctly fit with your car model by checking the original part number reference. Check this to know your car model. and you can Explore our car door weather stripping. 

Starting to fit the new car door weather stripping seal at the corner first. Push all the clips on its position. Some car door will have frame rail and you can push the seal in by using the small plastic crowbar. Make sure it's properly fit in the rail. For some classic cars model the seal have to applied on door by only glue, recommend using 3M adhesive for special EPDM weatherstripping.

Checking all around the door weather stripping that fit properly. All the fasteners is fully push and hold the seal tight.

Reinstall the hinge supporting pin. Carefully not to damage surrounding surface.

Try closing the car door. Good quality car door weather stripping will result firm feeling when the door closing. Not too hard and not too light to close the door. It's quite normal that closing the door will be a little harder after change the door weather stripping because the old rubber is dead and have no bouncing.

Checking the new car door weather stripping performance. Tip1 : Use A4 paper to test by put the paper between door and body on critical area like curve, each joint and corner before closing. After closing the door, try to pull out the paper and see how tight it is. Good quality car door weather stripping will result the high friction while pulling paper out. Tip2 : Use flashlight and check if there's any area the light can pass through. Good quality car door weather stripping will completely seal and no any light can pass through. Tip3 : Test drive with high speed to check wind noise and notice the smell from outside.

Finally, make sure you have great quality car door weather stripping replacement for your car. It should have good bouncing and softness, not become strained. Shopping the car door weather stripping online here.