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BigBlock67 · 12-19-2008, 12:04 AM

Has anyone used LMC for window channel and rubber door gaskets? If so, were you happy?

*chevy29267truck* · 12-19-2008, 12:09 AM

no the one that make it is Jim Carter Classic truck parts

**leddzepp** · 12-19-2008, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by chevy29267truck

no the one that make it is Jim Carter Classic truck parts

HUH?

**leddzepp** · 12-19-2008, 12:14 AM

I was not happy with the inner/outer window sweeps. I ended up buying NOS sweeps for my windows. The ones from LMC were not even made by "re-pops". They did not seal the window properly when rolled up, allowing water to get into the doors when it rained or I washed it.

The window channel rubber (that goes around the frame, and down into the door) worked fine. I have NOS window channel rubber, and it is identical to the rubber I bought from LMC.

The door-to-cab seals sucked too. I would check with Wes (Classicheartbeat here on the board). He sells door seals that fit properly.

Hope this helps.

Richard8971 · 12-19-2008, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by leddzepp

I was not happy with the inner/outer window sweeps. I ended up buying NOS sweeps for my windows. The ones from LMC were not even made by "re-pops". They did not seal the window properly when rolled up, allowing water to get into the doors when it rained or I washed it.

The window channel rubber (that goes around the frame, and down into the door) worked fine. I have NOS window channel rubber, and it is identical to the rubber I bought from LMC.

The door-to-cab seals sucked too. I would check with Wes (Classicheartbeat here on the board). He sells door seals that fit properly.

Hope this helps.

The sweeps I got from LMC did not fit real good. The window tracks were perfect though. I would say though, for the few times I have had to order stuff from LMC I have been pleased.

Don

Indyuke · 12-19-2008, 03:54 AM

I'm with ledd. The window channel rubber works great, but the window sweeps(?), especially the outer one doesn't press up against the window good enough for a decent seal in places. Door to cab seals are too stiff for me.

On a good note, they're windshield and rear window seals seem to work really well. They're pliable to work with even cold days and seal pretty well.

72armyswbtruck · 12-19-2008, 04:10 AM

With LMC it is almost always hit or miss. Some parts are fine, some are pretty crappy.
Most people on here love the catalog as a parts picture reference.
Been my experience with LMC. Hit and Miss

**WIDESIDE72** · 12-19-2008, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by 72armyswbtruck

with lmc it is almost always hit or miss. Some parts are fine, some are pretty crappy.
Most people on here love the catalog as a parts picture reference.
Been my experience with lmc. Hit and miss

x2

gcburdic · 12-19-2008, 09:37 AM

how much are NOS sweeps going for and are there any out there??....I can echo the sweeps issue too....they don't even touch my glass on the outside....I guess I should get some NOS ones!

Rokcrln · 12-19-2008, 10:16 AM

I used them for almost all my seals, glass and gaskets for Low Buck and I liked every thing but the door to cab seals. They do not contact well enough to really seal well (even worse at 85 on the freeway) plus they have already started comming loose from the cab. I am going to check into the 88+ style cab seals from the newer trucks that press onto the cab edge and see if they seal better. The only noise I get in Low Buck is wind noise comming from the leading edge of the doors at speed. Any other options I should look into?

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Huck · 12-19-2008, 10:31 AM

LMC=great catalog, crappy parts and pricy.
Board Vendors= excellent parts, better prices, kaka catalogs---but knowledgeable folks who support US!!

C20-67_N_MO · 12-19-2008, 11:27 AM

So where is a good NOS to check into?

You guys mentioned something about a vendor here but where is that?

Is there a website with a URL you can tell us about for these parts?

Thanks!

blazer72 · 12-19-2008, 06:31 PM

classic chevrolet parts, inc in OKC produces both

they've never had a complaint that I know of. (prior employee)

1.800.354.4040

www.classicchevroletparts.com

P.S. LMC's prices are awesome - they deal in such volume their markup is marginal. I spent 3 years in the biz - they sell the same parts as everyone else, unless it says "LMC exclusive"

*b-rad* · 12-19-2008, 06:36 PM

always pleased with LMC

67chevtruck · 12-19-2008, 08:05 PM

i have had no problems with lmc

**70cst** · 12-19-2008, 08:22 PM

When possible...I always try to support the vendors who support this board.

blazer72 · 12-19-2008, 08:28 PM

Yeah, me too, but i don't know any of them, so i passed on the only info i had.

If given a choice between lowe's and momandpop's, i'd go to mom and pops, unless i didn't know momandpop's existed.

*chevy29267truck* · 12-20-2008, 11:17 PM

P S LMC is too much

tim21391 · 12-21-2008, 01:19 AM

i went threw www.manestruckparts.com it is all for trucks our style he has stuff for great prices.. and its usually here within like two days from purchase..

tim21391 · 12-21-2008, 01:19 AM

well for me anyways...

ChevLoRay · 12-21-2008, 08:01 AM

My experience with LMC told me that they have people who answer the phone and take orders to fill. The people I talked to several years ago, couldn't answer any of the specific questions I was asking about the parts I had already bought and they had shipped.

You're better off talking to someone who knows what you are asking for and will supply what you need.

C20-67_N_MO · 01-23-2009, 08:21 AM

Well I have bought most of my body parts from LMC and have been very pleased with their prices and quality.

But will check other vendors for seals and their prices and see what if any difference they have to offer.

**1970cstblazer** · 01-23-2009, 09:50 AM

I have never had any issues with LMC's quality or prices. I have spent over $5k in parts in the last couple of years. The parts are almost always in stock and shipped quickly. I can't say the same for some of the vendors who frequent this board that I have bought parts from. Since many of the parts for these trucks are manufactured by one or two companies overseas, I go where the best overall prices are. I usually spend $1000 at a time to save on freight (Free shipping is nice for large panels)... I have comparasion priced parts with some of the board vendors, and they just can't beat the prices...

Prostreet 72 · 01-23-2009, 02:57 PM

Ya know, I think I bought mine from CARS Inc. I did not have any issues with them. Give them a try. WWW.CARSINC.COM

12-19-2008, 12:04 AM	#1
BigBlock67 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: McKeesport, PA Posts: 123	Lmc Has anyone used LMC for window channel and rubber door gaskets? If so, were you happy?

12-19-2008, 12:09 AM	#2
chevy29267truck Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Alva Florida Posts: 668	Re: Lmc no the one that make it is Jim Carter Classic truck parts

12-19-2008, 12:14 AM	#4
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,022	Re: Lmc I was not happy with the inner/outer window sweeps. I ended up buying NOS sweeps for my windows. The ones from LMC were not even made by "re-pops". They did not seal the window properly when rolled up, allowing water to get into the doors when it rained or I washed it. The window channel rubber (that goes around the frame, and down into the door) worked fine. I have NOS window channel rubber, and it is identical to the rubber I bought from LMC. The door-to-cab seals sucked too. I would check with Wes (Classicheartbeat here on the board). He sells door seals that fit properly. Hope this helps. Last edited by leddzepp; 12-19-2008 at 12:18 AM.

12-19-2008, 03:54 AM	#6
Indyuke Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Lake Stevens, WA Posts: 623	Re: Lmc I'm with ledd. The window channel rubber works great, but the window sweeps(?), especially the outer one doesn't press up against the window good enough for a decent seal in places. Door to cab seals are too stiff for me. On a good note, they're windshield and rear window seals seem to work really well. They're pliable to work with even cold days and seal pretty well.

12-19-2008, 04:10 AM	#7
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,034	Re: Lmc With LMC it is almost always hit or miss. Some parts are fine, some are pretty crappy. Most people on here love the catalog as a parts picture reference. Been my experience with LMC. Hit and Miss __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"

12-19-2008, 09:37 AM	#9
gcburdic Restoration Virgin! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Huntersville, NC Posts: 8,298	Re: Lmc how much are NOS sweeps going for and are there any out there??....I can echo the sweeps issue too....they don't even touch my glass on the outside....I guess I should get some NOS ones! __________________ Geoff with a G 1968 Chevy C10 SWB The Mistress 1972 Custom Deluxe C20 Suburban A Suburban Named Isabella 1966 Ford Mustang Mama's High School Graduation Present

12-19-2008, 10:16 AM	#10
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Lmc I used them for almost all my seals, glass and gaskets for Low Buck and I liked every thing but the door to cab seals. They do not contact well enough to really seal well (even worse at 85 on the freeway) plus they have already started comming loose from the cab. I am going to check into the 88+ style cab seals from the newer trucks that press onto the cab edge and see if they seal better. The only noise I get in Low Buck is wind noise comming from the leading edge of the doors at speed. Any other options I should look into? Kevin LFD Inc.

12-19-2008, 10:31 AM	#11
Huck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Shelbyville, KY Posts: 3,269	Re: Lmc LMC=great catalog, crappy parts and pricy. Board Vendors= excellent parts, better prices, kaka catalogs---but knowledgeable folks who support US!!

12-19-2008, 11:27 AM	#12
C20-67_N_MO Champagne Taste on Beer Budget Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: High Ridge, Missouri Posts: 2,190	Re: Lmc So where is a good NOS to check into? You guys mentioned something about a vendor here but where is that? Is there a website with a URL you can tell us about for these parts? Thanks! __________________ Coming Soon: Project 1970 Country Truck

12-19-2008, 06:31 PM	#13
blazer72 Freedom isn't Free Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: OKC Posts: 393	Re: Lmc classic chevrolet parts, inc in OKC produces both they've never had a complaint that I know of. (prior employee) 1.800.354.4040 www.classicchevroletparts.com P.S. LMC's prices are awesome - they deal in such volume their markup is marginal. I spent 3 years in the biz - they sell the same parts as everyone else, unless it says "LMC exclusive"

12-19-2008, 06:36 PM	#14
b-rad Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: FT STEWART GA Posts: 509	Re: Lmc always pleased with LMC

12-19-2008, 08:05 PM	#15
67chevtruck Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: west richland WA Posts: 61	Re: Lmc i have had no problems with lmc __________________ 67' chevy k10 350 sm420

12-19-2008, 08:22 PM	#16
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,375	Re: Lmc When possible...I always try to support the vendors who support this board. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

12-19-2008, 08:28 PM	#17
blazer72 Freedom isn't Free Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: OKC Posts: 393	Re: Lmc Yeah, me too, but i don't know any of them, so i passed on the only info i had. If given a choice between lowe's and momandpop's, i'd go to mom and pops, unless i didn't know momandpop's existed.

12-20-2008, 11:17 PM	#18
chevy29267truck Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Alva Florida Posts: 668	Re: Lmc P S LMC is too much



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12-21-2008, 01:19 AM	#19
tim21391 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Salina, Kansas Posts: 1,998	Re: Lmc i went threw www.manestruckparts.com it is all for trucks our style he has stuff for great prices.. and its usually here within like two days from purchase.. __________________ 1972 C-10...402/400..flowmaster 40 series 1967 Mustang 347 stroker/C-4 1966 Mustang 289/3-speed 2013 Mustang V6/6speed w/300 ponies I may be 23, but i sure do knows 67-72s are sexy! Its not MPG its smiles per gallon! build started 11/25/08 build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=2993796

12-21-2008, 01:19 AM	#20
tim21391 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Salina, Kansas Posts: 1,998	Re: Lmc well for me anyways... __________________ 1972 C-10...402/400..flowmaster 40 series 1967 Mustang 347 stroker/C-4 1966 Mustang 289/3-speed 2013 Mustang V6/6speed w/300 ponies I may be 23, but i sure do knows 67-72s are sexy! Its not MPG its smiles per gallon! build started 11/25/08 build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=2993796

12-21-2008, 08:01 AM	#21
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Lmc My experience with LMC told me that they have people who answer the phone and take orders to fill. The people I talked to several years ago, couldn't answer any of the specific questions I was asking about the parts I had already bought and they had shipped. You're better off talking to someone who knows what you are asking for and will supply what you need. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

01-23-2009, 08:21 AM	#22
C20-67_N_MO Champagne Taste on Beer Budget Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: High Ridge, Missouri Posts: 2,190	Re: Lmc Well I have bought most of my body parts from LMC and have been very pleased with their prices and quality. But will check other vendors for seals and their prices and see what if any difference they have to offer. __________________ Coming Soon: Project 1970 Country Truck

01-23-2009, 09:50 AM	#23
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,690	Re: Lmc I have never had any issues with LMC's quality or prices. I have spent over $5k in parts in the last couple of years. The parts are almost always in stock and shipped quickly. I can't say the same for some of the vendors who frequent this board that I have bought parts from. Since many of the parts for these trucks are manufactured by one or two companies overseas, I go where the best overall prices are. I usually spend $1000 at a time to save on freight (Free shipping is nice for large panels)... I have comparasion priced parts with some of the board vendors, and they just can't beat the prices... __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Medium Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion.. 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 45k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 62k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

01-23-2009, 02:57 PM	#24
Prostreet 72 Prostreet 72 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Goodrich, Michigan Posts: 278	Re: Lmc Ya know, I think I bought mine from CARS Inc. I did not have any issues with them. Give them a try. WWW.CARSINC.COM

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