Rubber protectant?

[MilanoG2Teg]

Is there any rubber protectant out there that will prevent the rubber in my weather stripping from freezing? I have frame-less windows on my doors (1993 Acura Integra) and when there is a frost, the weather stripping freezes so the door window wont go under the stripping creating a huge gap where it won't seal.

 

[slalom44]

Since you'r driving an Acura, you may want to know that Honda sells an excellent silicone grease designed specifically for rubber seals. It is called "Shin-Etsu" grease. It's pricey, but it keeps the seals in good condition.

Some people have used a product at Napa dealers, I think the name is "Sil-Glyde" which is a silicone grease.

If your rubber seals didn't get any attention over the years, they may have lost their pliabiity especially in cold weather. If you have a huge gap, you may have a tough time getting anything to work short of replacement.

 

[timmy8151]

For all my rubber parts, I use 303 Aerospace protectant. It's a great product, that's waterbased and has UV protectants. You can find 303 at most Marine stores or online.

 

[Cressida]

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Originally posted by slalom44:

Some people have used a product at Napa dealers, I think the name is "Sil-Glyde" which is a silicone grease.

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I've done some research on the Sil-glyde product as it is generally highly recommended whenever one is needing a "stay put" grease that will not harm rubber. Besides the silicone grease the other main ingrediate is Castor Oil (a vegetable oil from the Castor Bean).

I think a 3 or 4 oz. tube is now $4.69 at Napa. A bit pricey but I've not found anything with a better reputation.