Frameless Thermal Window Seals & Window Foam Pieces

[jadams]

Good morning all...

When cleaning my windows I noticed some of the window seals look a little tired. There's no cracks or breaks, just a little worn. Rough feeling as opposed to smooth. I think the seals may be a silicone material based on the suppleness and their compression ability. I attempted to capture the condition in the pics.

Has anyone used any product to treat the seals? Is this something I just don't really need to think about?

Also, there are two foam pieces on the inside bottom of each window which have degraded and are flaking off. I think these are just a simple bumper like material if the windows are closed quickly. Thought I'd remove them. Any thoughts?

As always, thanks for your time and assistance!

[Centex]

You might find satisfaction in using this product (Honda Shin-Etsu silicon grease) or one of the similar competitors.

It's available from Amazon or many discount Honda online dealers. A very small amount goes a very long way - that tube is a 'lifetime' supply for most of us. I use the Honda Shin-Etsu and like it for the rubber and window-tracks on my vehicles, never thought of using it for similar on the RV but may have to do that now that you've raised the notion.

Just for your consideration.

[rmitch]

This is what I use on all my car and truck door seals. I am also using it on the frameless window seals in the trailer. Works great, this tube is about 25 years old. A little goes a long way.

[rubicon327]

Originally Posted by rmitch

This is what I use on all my car and truck door seals. I am also using it on the frameless window seals in the trailer. Works great, this tube is about 25 years old. A little goes a long way.

And they still make it...
www.napaonline.com/en/p/BK_7651351

[h2owmn]

I use 303 aerospace protectant spray on all the "rubberish" seals...windows and door, and on the graphics. I originally got it for my raft and kayaks...works really well. It says wipe on, wipe again a little while to remove all extra. Protects from sun damage/ deterioration as well. Read and follow directions about temperature for application, etc. I think some people use on tire sidewalls.

[UncleTim]

Originally Posted by h2owmn

I use 303 aerospace protectant spray on all the "rubberish" seals...windows and door, and on the graphics. I originally got it for my raft and kayaks...works really well.

On my grand canyon boat, I have NRS 1117 Kodiak 28" tubes. They are highly prized and always under examination by senior captains.

I only use 303 on them after each trip and always after a through cleaning. Every time I drop them on the dusty floor of the boat ramp for a new trip, I always marvel at the suppleness and perfect condition of the hypalon, the very best fabric for white water.

Last time I checked, 303 was $27 for a spray bottle!!! And it is strange stuff. But OMG what that stuff does for rubber, hypalon and other materials.

It is the only thing that goes on my Kodiaks. And I will use it on my 5.0 too! White water rules and the 5.0 is the best place to sleep after recreating!

[h2owmn]

My 13 ft Hyside (definitely not Canyon-worthy) is @20 years old and going strong. Thank you, 303.

[jadams]

Thanks guys. This is all perfect information. Glad my intuition was correct in thinking I needed to treat the window seals. Good to hear my sticky window problem will be resolved also. Ross - I enjoyed the added pic of the 25 year old tube of Sil-Glyde! If 303 is good enough for Kodiak care it's clearly some amazing stuff. Nice action and relaxin' pics Tim!