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The correct fix is using the the rubber 'rope' called out in the TB and inserting that into the screen channels with a plastic spatula...about a 20 minute job for both screens...(it also works with the rear side windows as well!
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The correct fix is using the the rubber 'rope' called out in the TB and inserting that into the screen channels with a plastic spatula...about a 20 minute job for both screens...(it also works with the rear side windows as well!
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After untold frustrations with clicking/groaning/squeaking/creaking from both front and rear windscreens, I finally read Bruce Anderson of Excellence Magazine recommends spraying Pedro's Ice Wax into the windscreen gaskets.
Instant fix.
http://www.pedros.com
Make sure and get the spray can so you can work it in between the glass and rubber with the long, narrow nozzle (like WD40's).
What a find.
Just keep in mind that the Ice Wax will only teat the 'noise' sympton and won't fix the problem.
The creaking sound you are referring to is a well known problem that Porsche has corrected in Technical Bulletin 6420 "noises in the windshield and rear wndow area" (which I sent you a copy of).
The correct fix is using the the rubber 'rope' called out in the TB and inserting that into the screen channels with a plastic spatula...about a 20 minute job for both screens...(it also works with the rear side windows as well! if the creak or rattle).
Regardless, I'm glad ice wax works for you...keep me posted as to how long it stops the creaking...
Jim
Yes, got the TSB, but looked like a bit of an ordeal. Dealer wanted $200 per window to do it for me, which I thought was excessive. When I saw this fix by Excellence I decided to give it a shot and see how long it lasts. If it makes it one month I'll just keep re-spraying every month; the Pedro's is dirt cheap and only takes a minute on each end. If the noises resurface any sooner I'll just bite the bullet and go with the TSB. I'll keep you posted. Interesting to note all the new vibrations and unidentified sounds without all those creaks and squeaks drowning everything else out. Thanks again for the TSB.
Trust me on this one...its 15 minutes per window with 996-541-903-00 Cell Rubber($13.68 at Sunset) and a small, stiff, teflon spatula that you can get at any kitchen store...you would be amazed at how simple it is...you fold back the black windshield seam and put the rubber foam rope into the channel packing it down with the tip of the spatula. After you pack it down release the black rubber seal...and it fits right back in...
Good luck...keep me posted guy...but it does sound like its a good idea to keep a can of Pedro on hand...
Jim
Jim
Wow. Champion wanted $200 per window for that!? Yes, I'll try that myself if the Pedro's should fail; but three days and holding (silent) so far. Perhaps I'll soak the cord in Pedro's before I insert for a double-fix eh? We'll see. Thanks again for the TSB, I've got it saved and ready...
Be aware too that petroleum based products degrades rubber materials. I'm not sure if pedro's wax is, but it might eventually ruin the black rubber seal if you keep pumping it in there every couple of months.
