Replacing sleeper seal

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  1. rank

    rank Road Train Member

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    Anyone got any tips on how to replace the rubber seal between cab and bunk on a Pete?

    @wore out , @Largecar359
     
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  3. wore out

    wore out Numbered Classic

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    Its like a wet noodle rank lol. I usually start at the bottom and work my up zig zagging from side to side.
     
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  4. lester

    lester Midwest's #1 Feed Hauler

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    I'd try some soapy water. A big flat screw driver.

    Last time I did it I got very upset and started using a hammer.
     
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    wore out Numbered Classic

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    A small rubber hammer is good. My Dad's 22 lbs sledge is bad lol
     
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  6. Duckman1005

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    I did that once, took a box cutter and heated it with a torch then cut it out.
     
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