Rubber window filler gasket is short on one side

[MrMoose]

@haknslash , if your boat is under warranty, send a pic of the problem to your dealer and have them order you a replacement part. My dealer in TX used to do this for me, which saved me lots of time/gas by not having to take the boat to them. Bring your old part with you when you go pick up the new one.

 

[haknslash]

It's like a 2 hour drive to the dealer, so 4 hour round trip. Not sure the gas burned would be worth it if I can find something similar and get it to me through my work. I had originally planned to take my boat in for other warranty related stuff regarding the Bimini top during the winter but that window came and passed.

 

[swatski]

May not help in this particular case, but as a general recommendation - spraying or soaking all those seals in 303 Aerospace Protectant is a great way of prolonging their life.
I would not use Armor All on anything, particularly rubber - it contains silicone that causes drying and cracking/shrinkage over time.

Just my 0.02

 

[NickB]

Im not sure how I've missed this over the years but while cleaning the boat today I noticed the starboard side rubber filler gasket that sits below the windshield frame is short on one side. WTF . Anyone else? I need to check and see if this piece is available. If so I imagine it's cheaper than the gas I'd burn taking it to the dealer and back not to mention the downtime.

Edit - it's hard to tell but is kit 1 or item 2 the rubber piece? It says eye strap but not sure if this is for the top of the windshield. 2016 Yamaha AR192 (RM1800AR) Helm | Yamaha Sports Plaza

Starboard side is short.

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Port side is fine.

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Dealer told me to come in and cut as much as I want for free.