Donald,
I used Vaseline on my windscreen gasket 3 years ago and it shows no sign
of deterioration! However, since K-Y is water based, it probably would
be the best bet just to be on the safe side.
Regards,
Joe
"Donald H. Locker" wrote:
>
> Anyone try K-Y or one of the other surgical lubes for this? I read
> somewhere about using petroleum jelly and I'm _sure_ that would wreak
> havoc with rubber gaskets. I should think liquid soap would be OK,
> but the surgical lubes would be about as innocuous as possible.
>
> Donald.
> Hmmm. wonder if there are any other uses around the garage ...
>
> > From: "Thomas Carney" <gt6plus@gis.net>
> > Date: Wed, 17 Nov 1999 01:35:20 -0500
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: Terry L. Thompson <tlt@digex.net>
> > To: <spitfires@autox.team.net>
> > Sent: Tuesday, November 16, 1999 9:52 PM
> > Subject: Re: Windscreen
> >
> >
> > >
> > > I haven't replaced the windscreen in the spitfire, but I did replace the
> > > windscreen and rear windows in my '50 Ford truck, and it's the same type
> > of
> > > seal.
> > >
> > > I went in much easier than I thought. The main points to keep in mind is
> > 1)
> > > You MUST have 2 people" (one to apply pressure, the other to draw the cord
> > > from the gasket. Anyone over the age of 14 and having atleast one hand
> > free
> > > should do) 2) removing your steering wheel is helpful but not mandatory
> > > 3) Use a liquid soap to lubricate the edge of the seal before you attempt
> > > to install it.
> >
> >
> > I thought liquid soap had a tendency to dry out rubber based products...
> > Maybe I am wrong but I thought I heard that somewhere.
> > Tom
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