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**Bob B.** · 08-24-2006, 08:22 PM

Has anyone used the reproduction vent window assemblies? They look nice, but do they fit well?

see ten · 08-24-2006, 10:12 PM

A couple years ago the word around the campfire was to avoid them. Of course the quality of a lot of parts has went up in the last year or so......and some has well.......... Maybe someone with some firsthand experience will jump in here. Good Luck!

Lemield · 08-25-2006, 11:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob B.

Has anyone used the reproduction vent window assemblies? They look nice, but do they fit well?

Ask ChevyDude (Alex) about his experience with them. He opted for one piece windows cause his fit so bad.

ThatOneBlue67 · 08-25-2006, 02:38 PM

They're a pain in the rear as it is using windows that DO fit. I scratched up my door real good putting in a used assembly (only to have the window's "revolving point" break on me).

Aarons72s · 08-26-2006, 08:33 AM

I used them in a 67 swb in 2003. I had no problems with them, to me they were a thing of beauty- should have been for what the guy paid for them, and they came from LMC truck too. I guess I was lucky. But they fit fine. Hope this helps.

mbgmike · 08-26-2006, 08:41 AM

Our biggest complaint is the rubber seal for the window glass. its two pieces instead of one. Water can run into the gap. You have to remove the glass and redo them. Unless you want the gap

**PICKMUP** · 08-26-2006, 12:27 PM

Our biggest complaints have been strength & cost! The spot welds sometimes break with use and they are not as tight as originals...and they just went up $60 EA!!!

**Bob B.** · 08-26-2006, 12:41 PM

Thanks, guys. I have a set that I got some time ago, and was debating if I should use them or go through the trouble of taking my originals apart, having them re-chromed, ect.. I think I will try them, and I'll let you know how they turn out.

incoma · 08-26-2006, 04:05 PM

I just had my originals rechromed b/c the aftermarket set that I bought wouldn't fit correctly. The re-chroming cost me about $160 if I remember correctly. Thought you might want that # as you get them quoted.

**Bob B.** · 08-26-2006, 04:28 PM

Thanks, I'll consider that, too. The thing is that if I use my originals, not only will I have to pay for the re-chroming, I'll have to buy all the gaskets, rivets, and other bits and pieces. I think the aftermarket ones might be cheaper since mine are rough.

incoma · 08-26-2006, 05:12 PM

I've got an extra set of vent windows that will polish up to an almost-new finish. I've also got the rubber and rivets for them. They're clear glass. I'd be willing to sell them if you'd rather not tear yours down and have them rechromed. My experience with the repros was bad. I won't try to use them again. IMHO

**Bob B.** · 08-26-2006, 09:33 PM

Thanks, my truck has tinted windows. I am going to give the repops a shot because I have them, but if they give me too much trouble I'll do my originals. thanks again, Bob.

**Bob B.** · 09-06-2006, 10:12 PM

I tried the re-pops, and they actually fit pretty good! I really can't say they are that much worse quality-wise than the originals. The pair I have came from Classic Industries, and they are the 'Counterpart' brand.

ChevyDude · 09-07-2006, 01:25 AM

Two words: They Suck! Nothing but boat anchors in my opinion. I went with one piece windows because of the way those re-pop vents fit.

HeavyD · 09-07-2006, 02:38 AM

Bob have you driven the truck since installation? Any wind noise or leakage?

**Bob B.** · 09-07-2006, 04:20 AM

Nope, don't have the engine back in it yet. I had a ton of wind noise before though.

70chevyfreak · 09-07-2006, 05:56 AM

I put on a pair of repops and they fit and looked nice but boy do they whistle. Don't know the tune but plenty loud.

junkyardjohn · 09-07-2006, 10:06 AM

MY GIRLFRIENDS SON-IN-LAW PUT A PAIR ON HIS TRUCK. I DIDN'T SAY ANYTHING TO HIM CAUSE I DIDN'T WANT TO HURT HIS FEELINGS BUT THEY LOOK TERRIBLE. I DON'T KNOW WHAT KIND THEY ARE, BUT YOU COULDN'T GIVE ME A TRUCKLOAD OF THEM FOR FREE.

THIS WAS THIS PAST SUMMER . JOHN

69_hafton · 09-07-2006, 02:05 PM

Counterparts needs to do some real soul searching. How they can sell these vent windows in good conscience is beyond me. Strength, compared to the originals is not as good, and the fit and finish is lacking. I returned a couple, just to try to get better ones, but they were all about the same. Watch out for rivets that did not compress fully, as they will pull back thru. The only reason I went with them was because I didn't have time to mess with restoring the old ones at the time. Not that I've got the originals out, I can rebuild them at my leissure.

Both sides were the same for fitment, pics at the end of this thread:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=vent+windows

**Bob B.** · 09-07-2006, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 69_hafton

Counterparts needs to do some real soul searching. How they can sell these vent windows in good conscience is beyond me. Strength, compared to the originals is not as good, and the fit and finish is lacking. I returned a couple, just to try to get better ones, but they were all about the same. Watch out for rivets that did not compress fully, as they will pull back thru. The only reason I went with them was because I didn't have time to mess with restoring the old ones at the time. Not that I've got the originals out, I can rebuild them at my leissure.

Both sides were the same for fitment, pics at the end of this thread:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=vent+windows

That's kind of what I am thinking- if these re-pop's do fall apart, leak or whistle badly I have plenty of time to rebuild my originals.

incoma · 09-07-2006, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 69_hafton

Both sides were the same for fitment, pics at the end of this thread:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=vent+windows

That's the EXACT problem that I had with those vents. One side was high, and the other side was low. Neither fit correctly. That's why I had mine rechromed. Awfully expensive, but about $100 cheaper than buying repops (if you don't value your time).

I did as John did, and picked up a set of nice clean vents as spares.

ChevyDude · 09-07-2006, 03:33 PM

I think one of mine was CounterParts and another was Tri-plus...I think. Both were terrible and completely sucked. ChevyDuty took both of them back. As of right now, as far as I know...if you don't use originals you will have gaps and whistling and a terrible looking window. It just wasn't an option for me leaving in there, after I've put so much in to every other part of my 71'. Went to one piece and am very happy with they way they fit!
Alex

junkyardjohn · 09-07-2006, 04:26 PM

AFTER SEEING THAT GUYS WING VENTS, IT HAD SUCH AN IMPACT ON ME THAT I BROUGHT 5 PAIRS OF GOOD CHROME TINTED VENT WINDOW ASSY.s ON MY MOVE ACROSS COUNTRY 2340 MILES. JOHN

08-24-2006, 08:22 PM	#1
Bob B. Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,363	Reproduction Vent Window Assembly Has anyone used the reproduction vent window assemblies? They look nice, but do they fit well? __________________ 1967 GMC CM-2500 Camper Cruiser, 351E V-6, NP 435 4 speed, Dana 60, and factory A/C. 2012 GMC K-3500 WT regular cab, 6.0L Vortec, 6L90.

08-24-2006, 10:12 PM	#2
see ten WTB this ad Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lafayette Georgia Posts: 5,074	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly A couple years ago the word around the campfire was to avoid them. Of course the quality of a lot of parts has went up in the last year or so......and some has well.......... Maybe someone with some firsthand experience will jump in here. Good Luck!

08-25-2006, 02:38 PM	#4
ThatOneBlue67 I survived Dead Man's Curve. Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: The Nine-Five-687 Posts: 389	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly They're a pain in the rear as it is using windows that DO fit. I scratched up my door real good putting in a used assembly (only to have the window's "revolving point" break on me). __________________ "The people should not be afraid of their government. The government should be afraid of it's people." "The Hurricane" 1967 Chevrolet C10 350 Eight Cylinder, 700R4 BowtieOverdrive *Cherry Bomb...* Disturbing the Peace Since 1968. Last edited by ThatOneBlue67; 08-25-2006 at 02:39 PM. Reason: Spell Check

08-26-2006, 08:33 AM	#5
Aarons72s Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: oklahoma Posts: 10,669	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly I used them in a 67 swb in 2003. I had no problems with them, to me they were a thing of beauty- should have been for what the guy paid for them, and they came from LMC truck too. I guess I was lucky. But they fit fine. Hope this helps.

08-26-2006, 08:41 AM	#6
mbgmike Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pasadena,Tx /Pto Pta DR Posts: 5,415	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly Our biggest complaint is the rubber seal for the window glass. its two pieces instead of one. Water can run into the gap. You have to remove the glass and redo them. Unless you want the gap

08-26-2006, 12:27 PM	#7
PICKMUP "Trucks with Class" Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: OLYMPIA, WA, USA Posts: 8,158	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly Our biggest complaints have been strength & cost! The spot welds sometimes break with use and they are not as tight as originals...and they just went up $60 EA!!!

08-26-2006, 12:41 PM	#8
Bob B. Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,363	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly Thanks, guys. I have a set that I got some time ago, and was debating if I should use them or go through the trouble of taking my originals apart, having them re-chromed, ect.. I think I will try them, and I'll let you know how they turn out. __________________ 1967 GMC CM-2500 Camper Cruiser, 351E V-6, NP 435 4 speed, Dana 60, and factory A/C. 2012 GMC K-3500 WT regular cab, 6.0L Vortec, 6L90.

08-26-2006, 04:05 PM	#9
incoma Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 865	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly I just had my originals rechromed b/c the aftermarket set that I bought wouldn't fit correctly. The re-chroming cost me about $160 if I remember correctly. Thought you might want that # as you get them quoted. __________________ "Green Monster" (Red Sox fan) 1970 GMC survivor, 350/200 4R, 3.42 rear gears, 2.5/4 drop, ECE disc brake conversion, powder coated suspension

08-26-2006, 04:28 PM	#10
Bob B. Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,363	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly Thanks, I'll consider that, too. The thing is that if I use my originals, not only will I have to pay for the re-chroming, I'll have to buy all the gaskets, rivets, and other bits and pieces. I think the aftermarket ones might be cheaper since mine are rough. __________________ 1967 GMC CM-2500 Camper Cruiser, 351E V-6, NP 435 4 speed, Dana 60, and factory A/C. 2012 GMC K-3500 WT regular cab, 6.0L Vortec, 6L90.

08-26-2006, 05:12 PM	#11
incoma Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 865	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly I've got an extra set of vent windows that will polish up to an almost-new finish. I've also got the rubber and rivets for them. They're clear glass. I'd be willing to sell them if you'd rather not tear yours down and have them rechromed. My experience with the repros was bad. I won't try to use them again. IMHO __________________ "Green Monster" (Red Sox fan) 1970 GMC survivor, 350/200 4R, 3.42 rear gears, 2.5/4 drop, ECE disc brake conversion, powder coated suspension

08-26-2006, 09:33 PM	#12
Bob B. Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,363	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly Thanks, my truck has tinted windows. I am going to give the repops a shot because I have them, but if they give me too much trouble I'll do my originals. thanks again, Bob. __________________ 1967 GMC CM-2500 Camper Cruiser, 351E V-6, NP 435 4 speed, Dana 60, and factory A/C. 2012 GMC K-3500 WT regular cab, 6.0L Vortec, 6L90.

09-06-2006, 10:12 PM	#13
Bob B. Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,363	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly I tried the re-pops, and they actually fit pretty good! I really can't say they are that much worse quality-wise than the originals. The pair I have came from Classic Industries, and they are the 'Counterpart' brand. __________________ 1967 GMC CM-2500 Camper Cruiser, 351E V-6, NP 435 4 speed, Dana 60, and factory A/C. 2012 GMC K-3500 WT regular cab, 6.0L Vortec, 6L90.

09-07-2006, 01:25 AM	#14
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly Two words: They Suck! Nothing but boat anchors in my opinion. I went with one piece windows because of the way those re-pop vents fit.

09-07-2006, 02:38 AM	#15
HeavyD Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Wakaw, Sask, Canada Posts: 3,180	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly Bob have you driven the truck since installation? Any wind noise or leakage? __________________ "You can take the man out of PA, but you can't take PA out of the man"

09-07-2006, 04:20 AM	#16
Bob B. Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,363	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly Nope, don't have the engine back in it yet. I had a ton of wind noise before though. __________________ 1967 GMC CM-2500 Camper Cruiser, 351E V-6, NP 435 4 speed, Dana 60, and factory A/C. 2012 GMC K-3500 WT regular cab, 6.0L Vortec, 6L90.



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09-07-2006, 05:56 AM	#17
70chevyfreak Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Holt, Missouri. Near KC Posts: 64	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly I put on a pair of repops and they fit and looked nice but boy do they whistle. Don't know the tune but plenty loud.

09-07-2006, 10:06 AM	#18
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,425	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly MY GIRLFRIENDS SON-IN-LAW PUT A PAIR ON HIS TRUCK. I DIDN'T SAY ANYTHING TO HIM CAUSE I DIDN'T WANT TO HURT HIS FEELINGS BUT THEY LOOK TERRIBLE. I DON'T KNOW WHAT KIND THEY ARE, BUT YOU COULDN'T GIVE ME A TRUCKLOAD OF THEM FOR FREE. THIS WAS THIS PAST SUMMER . JOHN __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST

09-07-2006, 02:05 PM	#19
69_hafton Sleep-Deprived Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 445	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly Counterparts needs to do some real soul searching. How they can sell these vent windows in good conscience is beyond me. Strength, compared to the originals is not as good, and the fit and finish is lacking. I returned a couple, just to try to get better ones, but they were all about the same. Watch out for rivets that did not compress fully, as they will pull back thru. The only reason I went with them was because I didn't have time to mess with restoring the old ones at the time. Not that I've got the originals out, I can rebuild them at my leissure. Both sides were the same for fitment, pics at the end of this thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=vent+windows __________________ 1971 K/10 Long Fleetside 350/350 - 6" Lift 1969 C/10 SWB 292 - Sold It

09-07-2006, 03:33 PM	#22
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly I think one of mine was CounterParts and another was Tri-plus...I think. Both were terrible and completely sucked. ChevyDuty took both of them back. As of right now, as far as I know...if you don't use originals you will have gaps and whistling and a terrible looking window. It just wasn't an option for me leaving in there, after I've put so much in to every other part of my 71'. Went to one piece and am very happy with they way they fit! Alex

09-07-2006, 04:26 PM	#23
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,425	Re: Reproduction Vent Window Assembly AFTER SEEING THAT GUYS WING VENTS, IT HAD SUCH AN IMPACT ON ME THAT I BROUGHT 5 PAIRS OF GOOD CHROME TINTED VENT WINDOW ASSY.s ON MY MOVE ACROSS COUNTRY 2340 MILES. JOHN Attached Images __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST

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