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Anybody ever use the OER t top seals? I'm getting ready to install after paint and I cannot get these to line up. They're good all the way around from the back pillar to the top corner of the windshield, an then it just sees to hang out too far from the body. Plus the screw tab doesn't line up. I've attached some pics.
OER are junk. I used them on my 87 GTA. The rubber was so thin in all the corners you could basically push your finger through them with ease. On my 89 GTA I found a set of NOS seals, expensive to buy. I also have a set of SofSeal seals as well. I have yet to install either set.
Thanks for the replies! I don't think returning them is an option, I've had them for a while, plus I got them from Classic Industries, which is one of the worst companies I've ever dealt with. I think I'll just get a set of Soffseal. No rush, I don't think this will hit the road this year.
I have a thread on the roof rail seals Fairchild vs OER. As mentioned, OER is trash and you’re right that classic industries sucks to deal with. I’d cut your loses and order a new set. I recommend Fairchild if they make kits for t-top cars and to order your new seals from 1aauto. They do free same day shipping, they’re former sponsors, and have good customer service. I have no experience with soft seal but they seem to be pretty well liked.
Not to thread-jack, but which is better for lower door seals, Fairchild, or Soffseal?...
I haven’t replaced mine yet (and dang do I need to) but I’ve heard Fairchild has the molded plastic pieces and most other brands don’t. I’ll probably be giving Fairchild a try whenever I get around to it.
I’ve also read about people having a hard time closing their doors with soft seal until the weatherstrips “break in”. I’m assuming the Fairchild strips do it too but I’m not sure
Well, Classic Industries reached out and tried to make it right. That says a lot. They sent me a new set, but they're still OER brand. I guess they make them in several places on different molds. They are definitely different than the other ones at the corners and they fit better, but the problem is that the manufacturing is terrible. I guess OER just sucks no matter what. I don't think they have any quality control. So the hunt continues. Pictures attached. Holes in the rubber.
Well, Classic Industries reached out and tried to make it right. That says a lot. They sent me a new set, but they're still OER brand. I guess they make them in several places on different molds. They are definitely different than the other ones at the corners and they fit better, but the problem is that the manufacturing is terrible. I guess OER just sucks no matter what. I don't think they have any quality control. So the hunt continues. Pictures attached. Holes in the rubber.
At least they tired to fix it. However, just like a car fixed with OER parts, it doesn’t work out in the end lol. Mine also looked like that when they arrived.
I think classic owns OER, so they're kinda phucked there. They didnt do themselves any favors when they cancelled my back order of 2 yrs. Just when it was ready to ship. Maybe had something to do with price jumping from $39 to $240...hmmmmmmmm, nah. Just my imagination, carry on.
As for any weather stripping i always tuck in the corners and ends first, then i tuck in the center between two corners making sure i have an even amount of material on each side. Then just keep repeating that process without pulling as i tuck in the weather strip. Cause as mentioned, you'll stretch the material that way.
Mine fit that ways as well. I massaged it forward but it's not a great fit. Not only that, it's extremely loud when driving. I ordered original GM weatherstripping and it fit perfectly.
Update:
I got a set of the Fairchild door seals and installed one side for a test fit. The door closes VERY hard. I've tried heating the seal, even putting the car in the sun with the windows up to get the seal to "break in". No luck. I guess I'll try Soffseal next.
After about 6 weeks my Fairchild seals softened up and compressed a little. Initially you had to slam the doors now it's a bit of a push only. My body guy said it's normal and give it time. All new seals are like that. The Fairchild seals fit really well on my 82 hard top.
After about 6 weeks my Fairchild seals softened up and compressed a little. Initially you had to slam the doors now it's a bit of a push only. My body guy said it's normal and give it time. All new seals are like that. The Fairchild seals fit really well on my 82 hard top.
I can’t speak for the door seals, I haven’t ordered mine yet (but the ones on my doors are pretty much rotted off so, should probably stop putting that job off) but based on what I’ve read on this site, that seems normal. Let me know any updates, I will most likely order Fairchild again when the time comes.
I ended up buying one of these sets from Thirdgen ranch they seem to claim is their own? Is it really their own or does anyone know where it really comes from? It only took about a week to get here after my order, they look great but we'll see when I get around to installing which probably wont be for another month after I drop off my other car with the tuner. https://www.thirdgenranch.com/catalo...a7399bdbfdf24b
I ended up buying one of these sets from Thirdgen ranch they seem to claim is their own? Is it really their own or does anyone know where it really comes from? It only took about a week to get here after my order, they look great but we'll see when I get around to installing which probably wont be for another month after I drop off my other car with the tuner. https://www.thirdgenranch.com/catalo...a7399bdbfdf24b
Wow, you actually received your parts from third gen ranch? Anyway, from what I’ve read, Fairchild door weatherstrips are the only ones that have the plastic molding in them, so that could be a way to check.
Highly doubt that third gen ranch is manufacturing its own parts.
