Re: corner & rear glass instl??
Thanks for the input guys, but I coudn't wait any longer, I got both the corner glass installed last night.
For the poor folks who need to install theirs I will explain how I got mine done.
Sorry for not taking pics, will try to put words to it.
1. Install the main rubber seal to the cab pinchweld first, putting the splice at the bottom closer to the inboard corner (but not in the corner)
You might think the rubber is too long but don't cut it, keep working it & it will fit.
2. start working the glass into place by slipping the lower inboard corner into the groove of the seal from the outside.
Work the rubber flange around the glass with a plastic knife (picnic silverware), while keeping pressure on the glass. Be sure to wrap some tape around the serrations of the knife or you will end up with a blister like me.
Once the glass is in place comes the hard part
3. Start working the "locking strip" into the groove, you can start anywhere, but I started at the area closest to the door opening (a less noticable location). After trial & error, I found that lubracating with vaseline worked the best by far. Started with soapy water, & all I got was a blister after about 2" or instl. The plastic knife worked good for the locking strip too.
Good luck on your instl. & I promise you will have 2 very sore finger tips when your done. I think it took me about 3 hours for both corner glass pieces.
Bottom line is pay the glass man if you don't mind letting others work on your truck.
Next step is the rear glass & winshield instl. Hopefully tonight.
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