Window channel
 

I changed the vertical window channel a while back to stop rattling, but the window frame is digging into it and shredded it. This also hangs the window up, puts stress on the regulator and won't let the window go all the way up.

What am I missing? I left the channel in the truck and used a small metal scraper through the metal channel. Then put some of the black goo on it and pushed it in. What am I doing wrong? Did I just buy something that we're too thick? Any tips would be appreciated

Re: Window channel
 

This is what I ran into when I put my new precision division bar felts in. It sounds like maybe you’ve got the same problem.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=805892

Re: Window channel
 

Thanks! That's it, ugh I was hoping I could avoid taking the regulator apart....

Re: Window channel
 

Yeah the doors will have to come back apart. I trimmed the corners on mine with a die grinder. It will take longer to take it apart and put it back together than it will to fix the problem.

Re: Window channel
 

My rubber tape at the bottom of the window is cracking, did you replace it with anything? I am cant find anything the right thickness, I am thinking of getting a tire inner tube and cutting it maybe using a little silicone for adhesive becuase the window has been slipping out.

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U can buy window urethane at advance auto it will be stronger then rtv

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No, fortunately for me both my windows were still set tight. I would think urethane would hold up like truckdude said.

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A local auto glass shop may have the setting tape you need and some non-pickup aftermarket suppliers sell it as well.

Re: Window channel
 

Didn't think of that! I know just the guy

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My glass guy said he doesnt replace the worn rubber anymore because they are hard to find and all different sizes (for different vehicles) now he runs window urethane in the channel effectively gluing the window directly in. Thoughts?

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Sounds like he’s taking the easy way out to me. Not that it won’t get that job done but what happens if/when the glass needs replacing? Digging out the sealant wouldn’t be fun especially from a vent window.

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This is the main window, not the vent one... not that / that matters. I went out into the shop after talking to him, I think I am going to leave the old hardened one in there and use the black weatherstrip stuff to give it a little extra grip and call it a day.

Re: Window channel
 

I just did this last week! Here's a hint, go to your local glass shop if they are decent humans they will give you a partial left over tube of urethane. Tear it apart, trim a little off the front of the channel and then glue that sucker back in place. I let it sit overnight then reinstalled everything. Works great now!

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I agree, I think I am going to do this with the weather strip stuff. The window was pretty solid until the felt dropped and pushed it out (long story) I dont think it needs much. we have a few sunny days in a row, I wont install the sweeps until I know this works, then if I find I need more it will be an easy job to pull it again.