How to Install Convertible Pillar Post Seals

Convertibles, because of the nature of the folding top, are more prone to leaks, even with seals that are functioning properly. Pillar post weatherstrips help prevent water leaks, support and firm up your side windows, and seal out noise. Replace your old ones with quality SuperCar Specialty pillar post seals. These parts are easy to install. Time spent carefully following these instructions will help you achieve the seal you're hoping for.

General Hints:

1. Take your time! Hurrying, especially when working with adhesives, can cause you to damage your seals. Regarding adhesives, we recommend either Permatex or 3M Black Super Weathersrip Adhesive. They are body oem strength, and the black color is much more forgiving if you happen to get any of it on you or your car.

2. Check your packaging and invoice to confirm that the seals you are about to install are for your year, make, and model car.

3. Don't remove both seals at once. Remove and replace 1 side at a time, starting with the passenger side which is the least often used.

4. If your door glass does not align properly with the windshield post, make any necessary adjustments.

A) Preparation:
Remove the old pillar post seal, being careful to watch out for the sharp edges on the channel chrome. You can put a strip of masking tape down the sides of the channel chrome to help prevent scratches. After the old seal has been removed, lubricate the channel with WD40 or other light lubricant for easy installation and adjustment.

B) Install The Bottom End:
Starting at the bottom (Figure 7A & 7B), set and install the molded end, inserting new pins into holes. Apply a very tiny amount of glue to a clean spot (clean up any lubricant) on the back side of the end to help hold it in place.

C) Complete The Installation:
After the bottom end is installed and all pins are in place, apply a small amount of waterbased lubricant to both the retainer channel and the back side of the seal. Now carefully pry the flange into the retainer channel using a hard squeegee (Figure 12B).

D) Adjustments:
The exact final length can be adjusted by pushing and compressing the rubber. The lubricant should allow the rubber to slide easily. Repeat this procedure for the other side.

E) Add Adhesive:
If the ends seem to slip, clean off any lubricant and then apply only a tiny amount of adhesive to help hold the ends.

F) Afterwards:
Check the alignment of your windows, top, and pillar post seals to assure that there is no interference. The profile will adjust slightly after a few days to provide excellent sealing qualities.

Congratulations, all finished!