Rubber trim outside sunroof cover necessary??
Ok so I'm in the process of prepping my RX7 for paint and I took the rubber trim on the sunroof cover off to sand the whole thing better. Well, when I put the cover back on the car, I noticed that it looks way better without the rubber piece. I'm thinking about just leaving the rubber piece off. But, I was wondering, is that piece necessary to keep water out??
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Do you mean the hard plastic trim?
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Can't speak for the 1st gen, but my FC has a similar edging that not only helps seal against leaks but also protects the steel edge from paint chipping.
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The outer ring only provides protection from paint chipping as far as I can tell.
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Took mine off, never had any problems with it. Looks much better off than on.
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Beware you don't cut yourself on the metal edge if you remove the plastic.
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the outer seal is not necessay but provides excellent protection against paint chips and bending of the sunroof's outer edge. i's leave it in place or get a glass moonroof to replace your steel one.
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Originally Posted by Ovid213
(Post 10094428)
Beware you don't cut yourself on the metal edge if you remove the plastic.
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I took mine off for looks many years ago and had no problems. I have recently re-painted the car and have re-installed the trim. It is to protect the roof from chipping when it is removed. It does not function as a seal.
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