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earnhardt221 · 04-05-2005, 04:18 PM

Hey guys i need some help,
i'm re-building my side vent window weatherstipping and all.I had my side vent window channel(the part that the window fits into w/a piece of rubber)chromed.The problem is when i installed the new glass and rubber, the glass slides right back out of the channel with little effort?? Seams like the rubber is not thick enough to hold the window tight enough.I bought the widow and rubber from LMC.Anybody have problems like that? I called LMC they said they took the same part #'s and tried it and it fit ok(yeah rite).Any help? Maybe i should try some other company if so any suggestions?

THANKS TOM

e-mail:earnhardt221@aol.com

*Gee_Emm* · 04-05-2005, 07:12 PM

Maybe try some sort of windshield installation seal goop?

I am in the process of doing the same thing but I havent gotten around to buying that channel stuff yet.

I will move this to the 67-72 board so it gets more response since the vent windows are the same as pickups.

barn9 · 04-05-2005, 07:48 PM

I would say use some sealer or silicone to hold it in place and keep it weather tight.

**john** · 04-05-2005, 07:51 PM

I would try a local glass shop. They should have the right stuff. John

Fred T · 04-05-2005, 08:01 PM

Rubber strips on the older trucks swell when oil is applied. Not sure if that applies to what you have or not.

MOTHERTRUCKERS · 04-05-2005, 08:02 PM

LMC rubber is made in India, Go to your local glass shop and get the glass setting tape. It's around 1.50 a foot for the good stuff.

earnhardt221 · 04-07-2005, 05:53 PM

Hey Thanks Alot Going To Get Some Friday

incoma · 04-07-2005, 08:52 PM

That glass setting tape is basically a urethane strip. Autozone / Advance / NAPA sells the stuff in rolls. I bought some about 13 years ago, still have most of the coil and it still seals well. I just used some the other day.

Pilgrim · 04-08-2005, 06:44 PM

Just finished chromed vent windows with new rubber. I used weatherstrip glue. Works.

04-05-2005, 04:18 PM	#1
earnhardt221 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Bear De. USA Posts: 52	side window vent problem?? Hey guys i need some help, i'm re-building my side vent window weatherstipping and all.I had my side vent window channel(the part that the window fits into w/a piece of rubber)chromed.The problem is when i installed the new glass and rubber, the glass slides right back out of the channel with little effort?? Seams like the rubber is not thick enough to hold the window tight enough.I bought the widow and rubber from LMC.Anybody have problems like that? I called LMC they said they took the same part #'s and tried it and it fit ok(yeah rite).Any help? Maybe i should try some other company if so any suggestions? THANKS TOM e-mail:earnhardt221@aol.com

04-05-2005, 07:48 PM	#3
barn9 Half a bubble off! Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Winfield, Ks, USA Posts: 5,588	I would say use some sealer or silicone to hold it in place and keep it weather tight. __________________ Just call me LB. '71 Cheyenne, 402BB, hauls blondes, brunettes, or redheads.

04-05-2005, 07:51 PM	#4
john member #16 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Yuba City Ca. Posts: 3,618	I would try a local glass shop. They should have the right stuff. John __________________ john http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showgroups.php board vendors http://www.flickr.com/photos/1745471...7602865984234/ Last edited by john; 04-05-2005 at 07:52 PM.

04-05-2005, 08:01 PM	#5
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	Rubber strips on the older trucks swell when oil is applied. Not sure if that applies to what you have or not. __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

04-05-2005, 08:02 PM	#6
MOTHERTRUCKERS Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: BRADENTON FLA Posts: 3,269	LMC rubber is made in India, Go to your local glass shop and get the glass setting tape. It's around 1.50 a foot for the good stuff. __________________ Rest in Peace Ed. Thanks for all the good times.

04-05-2005, 07:12 PM	#2
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 4,002	Maybe try some sort of windshield installation seal goop? I am in the process of doing the same thing but I havent gotten around to buying that channel stuff yet. I will move this to the 67-72 board so it gets more response since the vent windows are the same as pickups.

04-07-2005, 05:53 PM	#7
earnhardt221 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Bear De. USA Posts: 52	vent glass problem Hey Thanks Alot Going To Get Some Friday

04-07-2005, 08:52 PM	#8
incoma Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 865	That glass setting tape is basically a urethane strip. Autozone / Advance / NAPA sells the stuff in rolls. I bought some about 13 years ago, still have most of the coil and it still seals well. I just used some the other day.

04-08-2005, 06:44 PM	#9
Pilgrim Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Crescent City, FL Posts: 492	Just finished chromed vent windows with new rubber. I used weatherstrip glue. Works. __________________ Bob 68 C20 Camper Special



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