Sunroof Seal

pdx944 · 06-07-2006, 02:54 PM

I just replaced the sunroof seal on my '84 944 After i got it on and put it back on the car when i tried to close it, the hatch wouldnt fully go down. It did go all the way down before i replaced it. Could it be the motor, but ive heard the tourque screw on the motor is cemented down or something.
I thought that it might squish down or something over time but its been a month and it still sticks up. The good thing is that it doesnt leak water! If you wanted I could put up a picture.

Eric 951 · 06-08-2006, 05:31 AM

First--which seal--on the car or on the roof?
second--is it the correct seal--they are different for early/late cars
if it is the correct seal, you can let it sit in the sun and really work the roof on/off--it took about 2 weeks for mine to set properly.

arbita1 · arbita1's Garage

I've heard that this can be a problem with new seals. Someone recommend lubricating the seal with petrolium jelly.

sasquatch · 06-08-2006, 08:50 AM

Having the same problem with a new seal on my 87.

pdx944 · 06-08-2006, 05:03 PM

yea its the right seal and all. its for the roof. I dont quite understand what you mean by "you can let it sit in the sun and really work the roof on/off". I got the seal on (I think) but it just wont close all the way. I am happy im not the only one with this problem.

Eric 951 · 06-09-2006, 05:52 AM

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Originally posted by pdx944
yea its the right seal and all. its for the roof. I dont quite understand what you mean by "you can let it sit in the sun and really work the roof on/off". I got the seal on (I think) but it just wont close all the way. I am happy im not the only one with this problem.

Remove the roof, place somewhere in the sun, let it sit paint side up, and then interior side up--the sun will help soften the seal, then re-apply the roof in the car. Also helps to let the car sit in the sun with the roof removed to soften the seal on the car--keep your dash covered to prevent cracks. The sun just helps soften things so it can seat better.

pdx944 · 06-09-2006, 03:21 PM

How long should i leave it out? i will do this. Thanks!

pdx944 · 06-11-2006, 11:32 AM

Tried leaving it in the sun it didnt work.

Eldorado · 06-11-2006, 11:41 AM

you just have to exercise the seal... work with it to make it less stiff (provided it's installed correctly). Try pressing down on the roof after it's installed too...

pdx944 · 06-11-2006, 12:39 PM

The seal is already on the roof, it just wont close properly when i try to close it. Pushing it down doesn't do anything.