I too just fought my way through a rear window seal replacement. I used the Chevy Duty seal. Brace yourself for a bear of a job. I had the window installation tool that they sell, and I don't think it can be done without it. The only trick I stumbled into was to use Armorall instead of dish soap. It is plenty slick and is supposed to be a rubber preservative as well.
Good luck. You'll need it.
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