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79BIG10 · 11-16-2006, 07:43 PM

I happen to get some new felt from a buddy that turned the truck he had into a dragster. It's in great shape but I have now idea on how to install/remove this stuff. Also I've got the setup to convert the windows to power and the locks as well. I'm not too concerned with the locks right now but if I'm replacing the felt I'd like to install the new window setup as well. Anybody got instructions on doing this?

**Captkaos** · 11-17-2006, 01:18 PM

Brandon,
You have to remove the door panel to get the inner felts off. They are latched on. Once you flip them over you can see how the are removed. On the door, just grab it an pull up on it. I have some pictures of when I removed mine if you email me at webmaster@73-87chevytrucks.com I can send you the pics location as I am not finished writing the article..

piecesparts · 11-17-2006, 06:22 PM

If it is the felt for the frame of the door (the one that runs from the vent window bracket around the frame and down into the door) It can be removed by pulling it down from the door at the vent window bracket and then slid up from the door interior. The new can be re-installed the same way. Note where the retainers are on the old one and align it properly. Use some "Silicone spray Lubricant" to assist.

Ironclad454 · 11-17-2006, 06:50 PM

Here's a write up from Custom Classic Trucks that I found a while back. Seems to be really good instructions on how to replace the felt weatherstriping. (I say Seems because I have no yet done this myself, but am looking to do so in the future)

Click Here

11-16-2006, 07:43 PM	#1
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,775	Power window/felt questions I happen to get some new felt from a buddy that turned the truck he had into a dragster. It's in great shape but I have now idea on how to install/remove this stuff. Also I've got the setup to convert the windows to power and the locks as well. I'm not too concerned with the locks right now but if I'm replacing the felt I'd like to install the new window setup as well. Anybody got instructions on doing this? __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

11-17-2006, 01:18 PM	#2
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: Power window/felt questions Brandon, You have to remove the door panel to get the inner felts off. They are latched on. Once you flip them over you can see how the are removed. On the door, just grab it an pull up on it. I have some pictures of when I removed mine if you email me at webmaster@73-87chevytrucks.com I can send you the pics location as I am not finished writing the article.. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

11-17-2006, 06:22 PM	#3
piecesparts Parts and more parts Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Lebo, Kansas (middle of nowhere Posts: 6,821	Re: Power window/felt questions If it is the felt for the frame of the door (the one that runs from the vent window bracket around the frame and down into the door) It can be removed by pulling it down from the door at the vent window bracket and then slid up from the door interior. The new can be re-installed the same way. Note where the retainers are on the old one and align it properly. Use some "Silicone spray Lubricant" to assist.

11-17-2006, 06:50 PM	#4
Ironclad454 Registered loser Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Williston ND Posts: 289	Re: Power window/felt questions Here's a write up from Custom Classic Trucks that I found a while back. Seems to be really good instructions on how to replace the felt weatherstriping. (I say Seems because I have no yet done this myself, but am looking to do so in the future) Click Here __________________ -Nate- There is no replacement for displacement 1996 Buick Riviera 3.8L S/C V6- DD 1973 Chevrolet Cheyenne Super C/10 LWB 454/TH350 Last edited by Ironclad454; 11-17-2006 at 06:51 PM.



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