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Re: Window installation



Peter Orban <Peter.Orban@nrc.ca> sez:

>I am about to install the front window in my '83 Audi 4k. It has a
>rubber seal around the glass. What is the best way to lubricate the
>rubber for easier installation? Silicon spray, detergent, KY jelly?
>Any of those would damage the rubber or paint eventually?

Ahem.. Lubricants? Rubber? :-O 
Oh you mean _window_ rubber! ;)

Oil or solvent based lubricants (or their carrier) will damage
rubber. KY Jelly 
is water based and won't harm your seals. I've heard talcum powder
works, too.

HTH

/J.
80Q