Auto body repair & detailing/rubber molding

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Expert: - 3/17/2011


Question
Hello Gary.
I gotta '94 Corvette. Some of the rubber molding around the doors etc are cracking. I really don't want to replace it now, and the rubber is still soft, and does the job.
Is there a product/method to repair this, before it gets all hard and useless?
thanks

Answer
Hi Nerol,

There are some manufacturers that offer a rubber dressing that supposed to help keep the rubbers from cracking and even help rejuvenate the cracking areas. Meguiar's and 3M I know offer this as well as some other lesser known brands. Here is a link to Meguiar's M-4016 Rubber and Vinyl Cleaner & Conditioner.

http://www.repaintsupply.com/pd_rubber_cleaner.cfm

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I can answer most questions on auto refinishing materials. Especially PPG products. I have knowledge in the latest repair materials and techniques. When it comes to automotive paint I have a solid understanding of how things work.

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I have worked in a PPG paint retail/wholesale business for the last 15 years. I have dealt with many issues regarding paint and repair materials on a daily basis over the years. I don't know that I have all the answers but I would be willing to try.

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PPG Trained and Certified. Training with 3M products and Meguair's products.

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