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Brentbohn · 04-17-2011, 09:10 PM

so looking at nissan it appears inorder to buy the fiberglass trim that covers the edge of glass and weatherstriping you must buy the entire roof assembly,,, anyone have one for sale? and or come up with a reasonable replacement or fix? I dont want to spend 1k for a new one nor do I want to weld the roof and paint.

Brentbohn · 04-19-2011, 07:51 AM

really no one can help?

EDT007 · 04-19-2011, 08:43 AM

I had the same problem. You only have 3 options: 1) Buy a new OEM one, 2) Find a good condition used one, 3) If your handy you can try and fix the fiberglass. I personally did 2 & 3. I bought a used one but before putting it on redid the whole thing, painted and ordered a new rubber seal from nissan. I'm golden now. Goodluck.

blackoutt · 04-19-2011, 08:49 AM

I sharpied the white chipped parts of mine so it's all black. Is the money and time invested really worth it?

Dorifto Machine · 10-04-2011, 02:37 PM

Man these sunroof trim designs were poorly thought out. Figured Id post in here rather than creating a new thread. Ive been presented with the same hassle.

@ EDT007

What glue did you use for the weatherstripping seal?
Do you know if the weatherstripping alone will block most water from leaking in or is a fiberglass trim a must in combo with the seal itself?

Hoffman5982 · 10-04-2011, 02:46 PM

I don't think there is an s14 that hasn't had this issue. Mine actually just started separating from the glass in one corner

97nismo · 10-04-2011, 03:22 PM

they are 1k at the dealership.......................but u cant buy them anymore no longer produced so partout is your best bet.

mewantkouki · 10-04-2011, 03:33 PM

People told me I was crazy when I tried to sell my non sunroof roof panel for $50 after my car got wrecked. Look for a roof or buy another used assembly. IMO a sunroof was the worst option ever for an s14.

Trap Star · 10-04-2011, 04:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mewantkouki

People told me I was crazy when I tried to sell my non sunroof roof panel for $50 after my car got wrecked. Look for a roof or buy another used assembly. IMO a sunroof was the worst option ever for an s14.

People are retarded. I'm cutting the non-sunroof roof off of my 95 so I can get rid of that sunroof shit on my 97.

Brentbohn · 10-04-2011, 04:21 PM

look for a product called window weld or 3m window adhesive, glue the strip inplace and start looking for a strip of 1 inch wide plastic and a dremel to copy the fiberglass.... thats what I have decided to do

Brentbohn · 10-04-2011, 04:22 PM

maybe chaser aero should be using thier talents to duplicate this trim instead of making shitty rice inspired body kits...

Dorifto Machine · 10-04-2011, 04:36 PM

My Seal and Trim do not even exist at all. Last owner mangled them.

The ones being sold from part outs that I have found look terrible and the cost to buy the whole sunroof or sunroof glass is to pricey just to fix a damn leak. However, their are a few cool people that sell it cheap but seems like the good conditioned ones are slowly becoming rare.

Its definitely a common flaw. In the process of a more efficient way to fix it with a DIY or custom application. Ive been doing alot of research of making a replacement that could be sold.

*fliprayzin240sx* · 10-04-2011, 06:13 PM

Wait, which trim are you guys talking about? My shits leaking and still trying to figure out where the fuck its coming from.

blueshark123 · 10-04-2011, 08:33 PM

The worst thing is that if your sunroof trim is fucked or even if its ok a bit, is that the drain for the roof goes right into the rocker panel and rusts it all out and then you need to replace that also.
I will look into someone trying to make a new fiber glass trim out of quality work i have a few leads on someone that can make 1. It will be awesome if they can make it carbon fiber so its stronger.

MrFairlady · 10-04-2011, 09:10 PM

ok fill me in. what part is the issue?
What if I don't EVER open my sunroof?

s13 loverr · 10-04-2011, 09:41 PM

You could just fit a new piece of metal and panel bond it to completely get rid of the sunroof-that's my plan

Dorifto Machine · 10-05-2011, 11:03 AM

@blueshark123
You are correct on that one. Luckly you can always upgrade the drain tubes to a bigger tube and reroute to a less damaging location.

If your leads follow through shoot me a pm with some info and maybe we can work something out.

@MrFairlady
@fliprayzin240sx

You have it stacked somewhat in this order...

Top: Fiberglass Trim
Middle: Weatherstripping ( Seal)
Bottom: Glass

Heres a quick image. Sorry about the quality, My work computer only has paint.

The fiberglass trim is bonded to the glass itself and is not sold seperately by nissan, it ends up breaking off due to poor design and then your presented with the notorious issue. You have to purchase the whole sunroof from nissan if you want new trim (not sure if they are even doing it still) { even if they are its priced pretty high}.

The weatherstripping seal is replaceable and can be found at the nissan or ebay (usually people confuse it with the fiberglass trim ). But the design kind of requires both the trim and seal to properly assist in waterproofing the sunroof.

*fliprayzin240sx* · 10-06-2011, 08:42 PM

Yup I'm on the same boat then. My shits been leaking and I thought it was leaking around the rubber weatherstripping seal. I started noticing that the fiberglass trim is starting to separate off the glass on the corners. Now I'm thinking its coming thru there.

Figured I'll try to seal it first with some RTV or something. If that doesnt work...you think its possible to just put down a layer of fiberglass all across the glass? Basically fill the lower void that the glass makes on the trim, and just lay fiberglass all over it and waterproof the glass atleast.

Louisville502 · 04-30-2015, 02:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brentbohn

so looking at nissan it appears inorder to buy the fiberglass trim that covers the edge of glass and weatherstriping you must buy the entire roof assembly,,, anyone have one for sale? and or come up with a reasonable replacement or fix? I dont want to spend 1k for a new one nor do I want to weld the roof and paint.

u can get trim off a1999 intergia or it might be infinite

Louisville502 · 04-30-2015, 02:21 AM

Pretty sure it is infinite sun roof fiberglass pice u will haft to cut down then use 3 m tape to hold it down I know it works just did mine

Louisville502 · 04-30-2015, 02:24 AM

This will save u a lot of money

Louisville502 · 04-30-2015, 02:31 AM

1999 infinite has same fiber glass pieces U will haft to cut down u can find this in any junk yard

Louisville502 · 04-30-2015, 02:51 AM

1999 infinite same thing just bigger u will haft to cut down

Louisville502 · 04-30-2015, 02:52 AM

Sorry ment biger

04-17-2011, 09:10 PM	#1
Brentbohn Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: minnesota Age: 44 Posts: 357 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	98 sunroof fiberglass trim destroyed help so looking at nissan it appears inorder to buy the fiberglass trim that covers the edge of glass and weatherstriping you must buy the entire roof assembly,,, anyone have one for sale? and or come up with a reasonable replacement or fix? I dont want to spend 1k for a new one nor do I want to weld the roof and paint. __________________ Wanted: Good well mannered athletic woman with her own classic or sports car.... send photo of car

04-19-2011, 07:51 AM	#2
Brentbohn Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: minnesota Age: 44 Posts: 357 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	really no one can help? __________________ Wanted: Good well mannered athletic woman with her own classic or sports car.... send photo of car

10-04-2011, 02:37 PM	#5
Dorifto Machine Zilvia Addict Join Date: May 2011 Location: Orlando Fl. Posts: 698 Trader Rating: (17) Feedback Score: 17 reviews	Man these sunroof trim designs were poorly thought out. Figured Id post in here rather than creating a new thread. Ive been presented with the same hassle. @ EDT007 What glue did you use for the weatherstripping seal? Do you know if the weatherstripping alone will block most water from leaking in or is a fiberglass trim a must in combo with the seal itself? Last edited by Dorifto Machine; 10-04-2011 at 04:50 PM..

10-04-2011, 02:46 PM	#6
Hoffman5982 Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Definitely NOT FL.... Age: 32 Posts: 2,504 Trader Rating: (25) Feedback Score: 25 reviews	I don't think there is an s14 that hasn't had this issue. Mine actually just started separating from the glass in one corner __________________

10-04-2011, 03:22 PM	#7
97nismo Nissanaholic! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Asheville Posts: 2,133 Trader Rating: (53) Feedback Score: 53 reviews	they are 1k at the dealership.......................but u cant buy them anymore no longer produced so partout is your best bet. __________________ Feedback: http://zilvia.net/f/itrader.php?u=78978

04-19-2011, 08:43 AM	#3
EDT007 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: NJ Age: 42 Posts: 617 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	I had the same problem. You only have 3 options: 1) Buy a new OEM one, 2) Find a good condition used one, 3) If your handy you can try and fix the fiberglass. I personally did 2 & 3. I bought a used one but before putting it on redid the whole thing, painted and ordered a new rubber seal from nissan. I'm golden now. Goodluck.

04-19-2011, 08:49 AM	#4
blackoutt Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Southern IN Posts: 325 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	I sharpied the white chipped parts of mine so it's all black. Is the money and time invested really worth it?

10-04-2011, 03:33 PM	#8
mewantkouki Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Orlando, Fl Age: 37 Posts: 1,249 Trader Rating: (36) Feedback Score: 36 reviews	People told me I was crazy when I tried to sell my non sunroof roof panel for $50 after my car got wrecked. Look for a roof or buy another used assembly. IMO a sunroof was the worst option ever for an s14.

10-04-2011, 04:21 PM	#10
Brentbohn Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: minnesota Age: 44 Posts: 357 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	look for a product called window weld or 3m window adhesive, glue the strip inplace and start looking for a strip of 1 inch wide plastic and a dremel to copy the fiberglass.... thats what I have decided to do __________________ Wanted: Good well mannered athletic woman with her own classic or sports car.... send photo of car

10-04-2011, 04:22 PM	#11
Brentbohn Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: minnesota Age: 44 Posts: 357 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	maybe chaser aero should be using thier talents to duplicate this trim instead of making shitty rice inspired body kits... __________________ Wanted: Good well mannered athletic woman with her own classic or sports car.... send photo of car

10-04-2011, 04:36 PM	#12
Dorifto Machine Zilvia Addict Join Date: May 2011 Location: Orlando Fl. Posts: 698 Trader Rating: (17) Feedback Score: 17 reviews	My Seal and Trim do not even exist at all. Last owner mangled them. The ones being sold from part outs that I have found look terrible and the cost to buy the whole sunroof or sunroof glass is to pricey just to fix a damn leak. However, their are a few cool people that sell it cheap but seems like the good conditioned ones are slowly becoming rare. Its definitely a common flaw. In the process of a more efficient way to fix it with a DIY or custom application. Ive been doing alot of research of making a replacement that could be sold.

10-04-2011, 06:13 PM	#13
fliprayzin240sx Man w/ CTSV & a Car Seat Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Tampa Posts: 17,998 Trader Rating: (19) Rides Gallery: fliprayzin240sx Feedback Score: 19 reviews	Wait, which trim are you guys talking about? My shits leaking and still trying to figure out where the fuck its coming from. __________________ If you think Zilvia has too many assholes... CLICK HERE!!!

10-04-2011, 08:33 PM	#14
blueshark123 Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: North Jersey Posts: 5,481 Trader Rating: (55) Feedback Score: 55 reviews	The worst thing is that if your sunroof trim is fucked or even if its ok a bit, is that the drain for the roof goes right into the rocker panel and rusts it all out and then you need to replace that also. I will look into someone trying to make a new fiber glass trim out of quality work i have a few leads on someone that can make 1. It will be awesome if they can make it carbon fiber so its stronger.

10-04-2011, 09:10 PM	#15
MrFairlady Nissanaholic! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Fascination Street,N.C Age: 45 Posts: 1,701 Trader Rating: (31) Rides Gallery: MrFairlady Feedback Score: 31 reviews	ok fill me in. what part is the issue? What if I don't EVER open my sunroof? __________________ z-tERty-2

10-04-2011, 09:41 PM	#16
s13 loverr Zilvia Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New Mexico Posts: 203 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	You could just fit a new piece of metal and panel bond it to completely get rid of the sunroof-that's my plan

10-05-2011, 11:03 AM	#17
Dorifto Machine Zilvia Addict Join Date: May 2011 Location: Orlando Fl. Posts: 698 Trader Rating: (17) Feedback Score: 17 reviews	@blueshark123 You are correct on that one. Luckly you can always upgrade the drain tubes to a bigger tube and reroute to a less damaging location. If your leads follow through shoot me a pm with some info and maybe we can work something out. @MrFairlady @fliprayzin240sx You have it stacked somewhat in this order... Top: Fiberglass Trim Middle: Weatherstripping ( Seal) Bottom: Glass Heres a quick image. Sorry about the quality, My work computer only has paint. The fiberglass trim is bonded to the glass itself and is not sold seperately by nissan, it ends up breaking off due to poor design and then your presented with the notorious issue. You have to purchase the whole sunroof from nissan if you want new trim (not sure if they are even doing it still) { even if they are its priced pretty high}. The weatherstripping seal is replaceable and can be found at the nissan or ebay (usually people confuse it with the fiberglass trim ). But the design kind of requires both the trim and seal to properly assist in waterproofing the sunroof.

10-06-2011, 08:42 PM	#18
fliprayzin240sx Man w/ CTSV & a Car Seat Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Tampa Posts: 17,998 Trader Rating: (19) Rides Gallery: fliprayzin240sx Feedback Score: 19 reviews	Yup I'm on the same boat then. My shits been leaking and I thought it was leaking around the rubber weatherstripping seal. I started noticing that the fiberglass trim is starting to separate off the glass on the corners. Now I'm thinking its coming thru there. Figured I'll try to seal it first with some RTV or something. If that doesnt work...you think its possible to just put down a layer of fiberglass all across the glass? Basically fill the lower void that the glass makes on the trim, and just lay fiberglass all over it and waterproof the glass atleast. __________________ If you think Zilvia has too many assholes... CLICK HERE!!!

04-30-2015, 02:21 AM	#20
Louisville502 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Louisville Age: 40 Posts: 6 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Pretty sure it is infinite sun roof fiberglass pice u will haft to cut down then use 3 m tape to hold it down I know it works just did mine

04-30-2015, 02:24 AM	#21
Louisville502 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Louisville Age: 40 Posts: 6 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	This will save u a lot of money

04-30-2015, 02:31 AM	#22
Louisville502 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Louisville Age: 40 Posts: 6 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	1999 infinite has same fiber glass pieces U will haft to cut down u can find this in any junk yard

04-30-2015, 02:51 AM	#23
Louisville502 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Louisville Age: 40 Posts: 6 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	1999 infinite same thing just bigger u will haft to cut down Last edited by Louisville502; 04-30-2015 at 02:55 AM.. Reason: Mis spell

04-30-2015, 02:52 AM	#24
Louisville502 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Louisville Age: 40 Posts: 6 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Sorry ment biger