I need to replace the trunk gasket (really just need the right fender piece) and what I have now is original as near as I can tell because it fits so nicely. I typically buy all my seals from PORSCHE but recall when I bought one for my 73 a few years back that the current production design is a bit fat....anyone have experience with a supplier that you feel is producing something as the original or very close to it? Thanks!
Steve,
Although no one ever seems to take my recommendations, I really like International Mercantile for rubber. As I recall, the trunk gasket fit well and didn't have any of the white powder that I had to clean off prior to fitment.
Hope this helps.
Jay
1946 Willys Army Jeep
1956 356A Cab
1957 356A Speedster
1959 Austin-Healey Sprite
1962 356B Notchback
1969 911T 'Speedster'
1971 911S
1974 Ford Ranchero
1986 911 Carrera Cab
1993 Audi V8Q
2001 Mazda Miata 'Daughters Car'
2008 Audi S6
2018 Panamera 4S 'Wife's Car'
Jay - thank you for the reply. Subsequently to my posting, I learned that PORSCHE is now offering their latest supersession PN with an improved design, so I'm going to give it a try. PN is 901-511-901-04. My dealer is great and if it is not up to par, they will happily take it back and I can give the IM seal a try.Originally Posted by Orange71S
I like the Porsche one. Use wax/grease remover to remove any white powder or whatever before you install it. Before I glue down any rubber seal I hit it with wax/grease remover.
72S, 72T now ST
Just wondering, why not use the degreaser after installation?
The Porsche seal I bought last fall is nice. Snug fit in the channel, but not too wide.
- Arne
Current - 2018 718 Cayman, Rhodium Silver, PDK
Sold - 1972 911T coupe, Silver Metallic; 1984 911 Carrera coupe, Chiffon white; 1973 914 2.0, Saturn Yellow; 1984 944, Silver Metallic
One uses the degreaser before installation because the adhesive doesn't stick well (at all) to the mold release agents (white powdery residue referred to above). You can use the wax/grease remover also after installation on the surfaces that are not glued, then use 303 Protectant for a natural looking UV protection on the rubber.
In the 20 years I've owned my 911 I've had to vacuum out the trunk and smuggler's box and hang out the carpet to dry after every wash.
My body man says all the longhoods leak and do so since they're new. My front is straight and the body panel gaps are very good.
Have you had experience with a dry trunk? Is it possible?
I bought a genuine PORSCHE trunk seal and I've had it sitting out straight in my basement so it is ready for installation.
What's the best way to remove the present seal?
What glue do you use to attach the new one?
Thanks,
Gene
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