Any way to fix sticky weatherstripping on luggage doors?
 

Any way to fix sticky weatherstripping on luggage doors?

Started by belfert, October 03, 2010, 08:25:09 AM

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belfert

We had a leak of a liquid called DOA in my bus on our recent trip home.  (DOA is a plasticizer.)  It softened up the weatherstripping on at least one of the luggage bay doors and made it really sticky.

Is there any way to clean up the weatherstripping, or do I need to look for a replacement?
Brian Elfert - 1995 Dina Viaggio 1000 Series 60/B500 - 75% done but usable - Minneapolis, MN

Van

Maybe try baking soda solution as you would on you batteries, just a Wag, good luck!
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Frank @ TX

belfert,
Plasticizers are volital and should dry in a few days, try leaving the doors open to help the drying.
Frank

belfert

I will try leaving the door open as long as it doesn't rain.

I am hoping leaving the door open will work as MCI lists the door seal as special order with no listed price.  It is likely either not available or pricey.  I also have to buy a 10 meter long chunk.  There is a local place that sells all kinds of weatherstripping for vehicles that I will check out if the weatherstripping doesn't go back to normal.
Brian Elfert - 1995 Dina Viaggio 1000 Series 60/B500 - 75% done but usable - Minneapolis, MN