itguy

Hi everyone

I have treated the rubbers on the roof where the windows shut against them with the honda silicone stuff in a tube (shin-etsu or whatever its called!).

These rubbers are now leaving greasy marks on my side windows when the doors are closed.

So - have I overdone it with the grease? Does it take some time to dry? How can I stop it leaving marks now?

*sigh* this detailing lark is hard work!!

euan

You might have overdone it a tad - it doesn't need much.

Try wiping off the excess from the rubbers with a cloth - the rest will wear off your window glass in time.

funster

Perfectly normal after a fresh application. Wipe off the glass if it annoys you. I don't bother any more!

Xd

To be honest you cant overdo the seals they will soak it up, it just takes a week for them to do so. Its worth while in the long run as they will stop the rain getting in. I wouldn't call it detailing, its more maintenance. Oh and top them up every three months, that includes the boot and bonnet.

Heinz '57

When are you coming over to show me your car Will? It needs to be driven as well as polished!

Taylot

Agreed - that you shouldn't worry about marks on the window. I'd rather a few grease marks than leaking seals.

satsuma

Did exactly the same two weeks ago but will live with it if it keeps the seals in good condition!