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Botched G4 Elite Seal Install

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by twostring, Sep 17, 2013.

  1. Sep 17, 2013 at 7:03 PM
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    twostring

    twostring [OP] Active Member

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    So I followed the photos and didn't see the profile inset picture reference for my seal install. After closing the forward cover (with difficulty, the seal catches on the rear window), I'm left with 3/4" gaps in each forward corner. I know I'm pretty much left with removing and installing new seals as my only option, but can someone tip me to a source for the seals without having to go back to the OEM?

    Thanks,

    Chad
     
  2. Sep 18, 2013 at 10:06 AM
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    Anyone?
     
  3. Sep 18, 2013 at 10:39 AM
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    Not sure what seals you're specifically talking about, but lowes or home cheapo have a good assortment of weatherstripping. Try those. Or autozone.
     
  4. Sep 18, 2013 at 5:34 PM
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    Andy Standard

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    I did the same thing but with the side near the tailgate. I just emailed Steffans Ent and they are sending me a new seal to put on. I'd just go with that.
     
  5. Sep 18, 2013 at 6:01 PM
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  6. Sep 19, 2013 at 11:08 AM
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    Thanks for the tips everyone. Bilko, thanks for the links as well...I'll see about taking on the aluminum L channel install later on. Looks like a very smart modification.
     

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