egVJMsol

I have a 95 Del Sol S and the passenger window is leaking. Not sure if it's just the weatherstripping? It was more than just a slow drip... =/ Has anybody else had this problem??

Victoria

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waaBAAH

yes it is weatherstripping leaking.

do i spy tape???

instructor74

I know that the del sol did have a problem with there window/ top seals I know there was a redesign but I beleive it was in 96

egVJMsol

it's not tape i don't think. not sure because i just bought the car and haven't taken the time to really look at it. i'll look into getting new weatherstripping

JarvisW

Yeah, its a design flaw. My 93 does too.

I THOUGHT it was fixed in 95, but maybe, as said above, it was 96.

They run about $150 at Majestic plus shipping.

I'm going to order one myself in a few weeks, and will try to do a write up as I go.

courtney42

Do you have a link to that place?
Mine needs replacing bad too. I have a 94.

Don't feel bad egVJMsol It is one of the two major design flaws of the del sol.

Tip: When you get the new stripping try to stuff some foam into the inside of it at the corners. It will help it to seal and might last a little longer.

JarvisW

Its www.Hondaautomotiveparts.com

Put in a 97 just to be sure, But I think I checked all the years, and they are all now the same part number.

As for the tip. I'm not sure I would do that. Seeing as how they fixed the design flaw, I wouldnt want to interfere with their engineering. I hear the new ones work just fine without modification. But I'd also like confirmation from anyone who has done it.

Raggedyman

The part number is the same for all years/models now. I installed mine about 3 weeks ago and I've driven in light rain twice now with no leaks. Before, mine was quite bad on both sides and now it's perfectly dry. Around 135 shipped I believe, and worth every penny.

JarvisW

Ah, good to know.

And yeah, its $125 plus shipping, I think I meant total with shipping, but whatever.

Its goin in right after the new carpet does. May even do the heater core (only has 300k on it!), just to be sure nothing leaks on it!

94hdelsol

they update the seals in 94. the problem was that the seals didnt set tight where the "vent window" on top so they "updated" the seals. At that time ( in 94 ) all 93 had to be recalled back for the replacement. And "NO" you cant get it replace for free now since its over 10 years old,.. any ways... the updated seal has a "little wing/flap" on the seal. I cant post pics ? dont know why but the 93 clearly doesn't have it. Listen if you know anyone that has a 94 and up Del Sol look at theres and you will know what Im talking about. THose of you that has a 94 and up and your window leaks ,.. its one or two things 1: your window needs realignment or 2: just spray silicone on the seals,.. to make them "rubbery" again. If they are hard/stiff.

94hdelsol

Oh ya I do have an extra one ( used ) but still works well.

JarvisW

yeah, +1 to silicone the seals (reminds me of a joke about penguins, but nevermind)

Its cheaper than buying new ones. Take a paper towel, and spray it, then wipe down the seals. That way it minimizes the over spray, and cleanup.

You may have to do it a couple of times, every other day for a bit, but eventually they will soften up and swell up, and that helps it seal.

Mine look/feel like they are brand new, but they are 93s so they arent going to seal no matter how soft and puffy lol.

courtney42

Mine are totally cracked and missing spots. I need new ones. lol

94hdelsol

here is a pic of the replacement seals notice the "flap/wing" were my finger is pointing at. 93 didn't have them. the "flap/wing" helps channel the water toward the inner seal - so it wont leak. Like I said I do have a used but good replacement. $40 plus shipping

oh sorry about the pics so big.

egVJMsol

i see what you're talking about. i'm gonna take another look at it this weekend. the weatherstripping goes for like $108 at honda gonna try the silicone but if that doesn't work i guess i'll have to bite the bullet

courtney42

That piece is 130$ cheapest i have found.
Honda wants around 200 for it.

94hdelsol

you have to look and see how and what it takes to take these seal out of your car. Your gonna need some sealant like RTV - RV sealant,.. the stuff they use for head gaskets you can get them at Advance Discount- Auto Zone etc. what ever you have were you live - remember there are like 4 plastic "pins" . I one each side of the inner door and 2 on top. You cant lose those... tell you what I"ll tale pics its just not a "take it off and put it on" type install. Will do that tomarrow morning or afternoon.

kenny707

i think there was someone who used this puddy type stuff and applied it over the old seal, maybe try to look into that before spending $130?

94hdelsol

Its not gonna last - any mod on this piece won't work or last = Getto

kojinwah

is it 006 in this diagram?

thanks ...

Civic Si Kid

I have the same problem with my 96 , but it only happens under pouring rain
I guess ima get some silicone

93delSolSihonda

Hey does anyone have the part number for that weather stripping??

pinggoy

^^^check majestic honda...

use shin etsu silicone, it good for the seals i used it all the time.. and my 95 does comess with that flop thing it helps channel the water..

93delSolSihonda

yea i looked on majestic but couldn't find it any way u could tell me what to look for on there?