1987 large GM tailgate question

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    Hello all I am new to your forum I have a 1987 Cadillac brougham wagon It has the standard GM 2 way tailgate I need the wind wipe? the rubber piece where the window goes into the gate Mine is cracked I called all the rubber suppliers and no luck Does anyone still make these or does some one have a good one Thanks and happy merry Jerry 50 miles east of NYC
     
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    ModelT1 Still Lost in the 50's

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    :Welcome:to the forum and good luck finding your rubber parts. Add some info about yourself and wagon photos. Join right in and get to know the members. :dancing:
     
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    Thanks Denny I posted pictures last night We live on Long Island and have several Cadillacs and this is our second Cadillac wagon The first was a very rusty 1979 This 1987 is a keeper Any helpwiththe rubber would be appreciated The local GM dealer said the part is the same for all large GM wagons but is no longer available Happy Merry Jerry
     
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    I'll bet that's a big wagon. Wish now we'd bought a late model station wagon instead of my quadcab truck. But sometimes we don't think or plan ahead.

    Happy Holidays to you and yours. (y)
     
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    Denny did you look at the pictures I posted 3 I would like to find a 93-96 Buick w/ the wood sides and LT 1 engine I like the style Jerry
     
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    ModelT1 Still Lost in the 50's

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    I found the pictures. nice wagon....And it is large! In our small town there are a few of those big Buick wagons. I never paid much attention to wagons till I joined this forum. Now all I do is see them!
    Lately I've been watching them go by and wishing I bought a big Buick wagon instead of my truck.
    We don't need a truck. Just something to pull our small RV and junk my wife buys at yard sales and grocery stores.
    I'll swear I need to trade the truck and the wife!:lolup:
     
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    Denny you are a BAAAAD man I see you live in Chiefland Fla Do you Ray and Pam Kinsey they have a horse farm there and sell carriages and harness I think they do weddings also
     
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    Hey, shad,....the reason you aren't getting a bunch of answers is because there are many people looking for the same piece. The weatherstripping on wagons are the most difficult items to find. It is no longer made by GM and no aftermarket people are making any for wagons, it seems. If you DO find a source (besides a junk yard) post it up....many would love to know. Good luck in your search.
    And you're right.....Cat IS a BAAAAD man!:yup: :biglaugh:
     
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    Thanks Silver It is so frustrating Some one sugessted gettin the wind wipe from an older suburban and cutting it to fit, but it looks different Mine is good except for a few chips along the topline Happy Merry to all Jerry
     
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    end gate glass wiper seal

    Vintage parts did have them a year ago. I bought 5 pieces knowing they were about gone. Your GM dealer can order them from Vintage, or you can get them yourself from them.
     
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    Very cool.
    I have never seen one before.
     
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    if i can find it,,,i just moved from seattle back to kansas,,,(why oh why ) and any ways there was a guy i spoke to in western wa state who says he can make em,,,cuz i asked specifically for another member of this site when i saw him at the portland or swap meet,,,gimme a couple days to look for his number,,, i think i still have it,,,he was a very nice guy to talk to and deal with ,,if its any help to you ,,,:jumping:
     
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    That would be a great resourse for many of us here Please post the info when you find it Thanks JeRita
     
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    Frnkenberry Thanks It does turn a lot O heads JeRita
     
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    I'm looking for two of these as well and have contacted everyone across Canada, USA and Russia (!) - basically wherever the part was ever for sale, but no luck...

    If anyone finds a source please post!! :)
     

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