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Old Oct 23, 2007 | 11:09 PM
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Default Sliding Moonroof cover edging

I just bought a used 2002 SSei. The felt on the front edge of the moonroof cover is coming off. Was there a factory edging piece which I am missing?

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Old Oct 24, 2007 | 04:54 AM
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On my 04 there is no front edge molding. I also assume that you are talking about the interior sliding panel.
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Old Oct 24, 2007 | 07:31 AM
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yes the interior cover. The felt is coming loose. I'm trying to decide how to fix it.
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Old Oct 24, 2007 | 08:33 AM
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They all do that. You're not alone. The best fix would probably be to remove the cover and apply some heavy duty adhesive.
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Old Nov 5, 2007 | 06:46 PM
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I purchased some clear (although it is available in black) 1/4" O.D. tubing (urethane or vinyl) 10' for <$2 at Home Depot. I then cut off a piece about 30" and slit it full length on the inside of the curvature. Then I spread the slit apart and forced the slit over the edge of the sunroof trapping the covering under it. (It may take a second person to hold it tight) Then cut it to length. I am very pleased with the aesthetics of the fix.
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Old Nov 5, 2007 | 07:54 PM
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i hot glued mine from the top this weekend, turned out great. I think I like your solution better though!
does it still close all the way?
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Old Nov 6, 2007 | 03:54 PM
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So what if it is beyond repair? Can it be recovered? Or should I go to GM to get a new one?
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Old Nov 6, 2007 | 04:22 PM
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it could be recovered, I would do it the same time as your headliner though, to get them to match.
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Old Nov 6, 2007 | 04:35 PM
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I have to do both. I just wich I could find a place I could trust. Ive seen some crappy worck around here.
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do it yourself, its rather easy. I plan on doing my 00 soon, as their are cig burns in it

http://www.bonnevilleclub.com/forum/...ight=headliner
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