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Soften Old Rubber Hose: Techniques for Restoring Fuel Tank & Filler Flexibility

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  • #31 19609785
    kruk203
    Level 11  
    I mean rather the rubber that is under the decorative strips, lights, etc. They are hardened and shrunk, which makes them look mismatched.
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  • #32 19609795
    vorlog
    Level 40  
    This suede or Italian make an element of cleaning the glass from sand particles. As if they were not there, the grains stick to the rubber and when the window is lowered, they draw it badly - I checked it on my own case :(

    kruk203 wrote:
    I'm talking about the rubbers that are under the decorative strips, lights

    These seals can be tormented in the way I wrote about earlier.
    Another thing - the Chinese on Aliexpres offer counterfeits of such elements - a friend bought gaskets for the side mirrors for W211, as he wrote, he is very happy with the quality, etc. Maybe it's worth looking?
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  • #33 19609800
    kruk203
    Level 11  
    Those from the window guides are available from the subway and it is not worth regenerating them.
    The Chinese, unfortunately, do not produce gaskets for the car models that I have. I can only count on buying a used one in better condition or regeneration.
  • #34 19609809
    vorlog
    Level 40  
    kruk203 wrote:
    The ones for the window guides are available from the subway

    I did not write about these - I meant horizontal gaskets on the lower outer edge of the window in the door, adjacent to the glass.
    V
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  • #35 19609902
    kruk203
    Level 11  
    It's easy to pick a universal one.
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  • #36 19609923
    vorlog
    Level 40  
    Can you give an example of such universals?
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Topic summary

The discussion revolves around techniques for restoring the flexibility of an old rubber hose connecting a fuel tank to a filler. Users express concerns about the safety and practicality of using old hoses, suggesting that replacement is often the best option. Various methods for softening the rubber are proposed, including heating with warm air, using glycerin, and applying kerosene, although caution is advised regarding the potential for kerosene to alter the rubber's structure. Some participants emphasize the importance of knowing the specific vehicle model to assess the cost of replacement parts, while others share experiences with different rubber treatments. The conversation highlights the balance between cost-saving measures and safety considerations in automotive maintenance.
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