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Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Wakaw, Sask, Canada
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Should I expect rust in window frame area?
Hi all. I am going to have my new front and back window gaskets redone soon, and I was wondering how often these places rust out? My floor, cab corners, rockers, etc have holes, so should I expect some damage? Are these areas fixable? Thanks.
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Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: Moore OK 73160
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yes expect it. mine has rust in both front and back frames
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Location: Mt Airy, MD
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It`s 50/50.The lower body rust is not related.But,there`s been plenty of(otherwise)rust-free trucks that have rust here.Especially if it`s been sitting.Visa-versa is true to.
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Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: Tampa
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I did on my original cab. Kept getting water in the floorboard and couldn't find where from. After the windshield came out I found that on the bottom of the channel on both side there's a spot were there's a gap. It's a small area like a inch or so. When you get the window out look in the corners and you'll see what I'm talking about. The seal was in god condition but somehow water was getting behind it and coming through there.
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Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Elmira, Oregon
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I had leaks in my back window. Pulled the window and found rust holes along the top. Yes, that's where the water seemed to collect. Bottom of the window opening was fine. Pulled the windshield and all was fine. I suggest you expect and plan for the worst. At least that way you stand a chance of a pleasant surprise instead of an ugly one.
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Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: NW Iowa
Posts: 952
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That's my philosophy, be a pessimist and expect the worst. That way you are never disappoointed.
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Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: Seattle Wash.
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You might get lucky.Just had a new windshield installed recently on the 70 Dually..........No rust, that was a nice surprise.......
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