i prefer installing glass myself, i've seen what a "real" glass shop can do to a classic vehicle
i'd put in the front/rear glass without any sealant, as long as the vehicles are stored inside, you be fine as frog hair
dawn dish soap mixed with a little water is the best lubricant i've found for glass and rubber keyways
looks like martinsr has a batch mixed up in the bowl, my buddy has the commercial version of the tools brian shows
yes, get/make them