I used the old ones as a template and made new ones with fresh stuff (clear stuff from Home Depot). Looks much better, no flapping noise and the moisture cannot get to the door panels.

As long as your window seals are in good shape you should be ok. Be prepared for some stink if you leave it like that for too long. I know the insides of my doors are not exactly "minty fresh". I would hate to have that nasty smell inside the car.

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AJ

1985 300D (SOLD)