Disadvantages of installing sealing strips on cars

Part of the sealing strip is installed when the car itself leaves the factory. The function of the sealing strip is to fill the gaps between the body components, so as to achieve the effects of sound insulation, waterproofing, and shock absorption. However, in order to improve comfort, some car owners choose to install some sealing strips, so is there any harm in adding sealing strips to the car?

1. Automobile sealing strips are usually installed between the door and the bottom edge of the door, the front cover, the trunk and the B-pillar. Due to the addition of the sealing strips, it is very likely that the doors, trunks and other parts cannot be closed normally, and there may even be The sealing strip is exposed after closing, which is very unsightly.

2. Installing the sealing strip can not improve the noise reduction much, because the sound insulation performance of the vehicle depends on many factors, and it is obviously unrealistic to install the sealing strip alone.

3. The sealing strip is a rubber product and needs regular inspection and maintenance. If the sealing strip is aging, it is likely to fall off, which will affect the appearance.

Maintenance of car sealing strip:

1. Use car detergent for cleaning. After cleaning, apply a layer of high-permeability protective agent to prevent the rubber sealing strip from aging.

2. When the vehicle is driving at high speed, it is easy to cause the gap of the sealing strip to be filled with sand and dust. After a long time, abnormal noise and rust will appear, so the sand and dust should be removed regularly with a brush.

3. Check whether there are cracks in the door seal. If there are cracks, you can use adhesive to repair them. However, if the cracks are more and more serious, it is best to replace them.