Method and article of manufacture for reinforcing curved section

Details Method and article of manufacture for reinforcing curved section Method and article of manufacture for reinforcing curved section

1997-01-17

1998-10-13

Thomas, Alexander

Movable or removable closures

Closure seal; e.g., striker gasket or weatherstrip

Tubular or tubular portion

428 369, 428122, B32B 108

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058194720

ABSTRACT:
A flexible star plug comprising a cylindrical portion having fins projecting radially outwardly therefrom for insertion into an axial extending cavity or hollow of a rubber weather strip is provided. A method of stabilizing or reinforcing the hollow weather strip comprises inserting the plug co-axially along the hollow, and twisting the plug to create a torque force on the fins as they engage the cavity walls.

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