Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

csfields · 12-16-2013, 01:56 PM

Currently restoring truck and looking for opinions on sliding back windows. My truck will not have air, and I live in Ky. humid summers. What options do I have on sliding back glass? pics please would be helpful.

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 12-16-2013, 03:08 PM

http://www.crlaurence.com/default.aspx Try this site, click on automotive Products . I have an electric slider i my truck and love it

**Ol Blue K20** · 12-16-2013, 07:46 PM

A slider makes the sodas in the ice chest easier to get to...

rogergodding · 12-16-2013, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

A slider makes the sodas in the ice chest easier to get to...

ummm.... yeah, sodas....

K10 STEPSIDE · 12-17-2013, 12:14 AM

I used mine as a way to lock and unlock the truck while I could I looked for my door key, but you have to be very skinny to fit though mine. I just looked threw all my pictures and didn't find a picture with it closed so I would say I use it.

Rod Run · 12-17-2013, 02:14 AM

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Originally Posted by rogergodding

ummm.... yeah, sodas....

LOL!!! I was thinking the same thing

**special-K** · 12-17-2013, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Terry Crist

I like the solid back window. Not only for looks but the sliders are really easy to break into.

It's easier to open the wing vent to get in.

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Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

A slider makes the sodas in the ice chest easier to get to...

Seems to me I remember a guy who had a longbed Stepside with no slider out in northern AZ around 1980. He went to the 4th of July Rodeo in Prescott with a buddy and their two gals. I recall (hearing about them) going down the hiway while Ted (his buddy) opened the passenger door,stepped onto the bed step,and reached out "sodas" for everyone. A slider sure would have been nice to have,but not nearly as adventurous

68Stepbed · 12-16-2013, 07:56 PM

It depends on how you want the truck to look. If you plan to use the truck as a truck and drive it a lot, they're very handy. If you're going for a clean and simple look, though, they tend to take away from the clean look.

I had a slider in mine when it was my daily driver, but when I painted it, I changed to a solid back glass for a clean look. Here's a couple pics to show the difference.

Before:

After:

Terry Crist · 12-16-2013, 08:18 PM

I like the solid back window. Not only for looks but the sliders are really easy to break into.

**special-K** · 12-16-2013, 10:51 PM

Tinting the back window does nothing for increasing air flow. In humidity the air is hot,not just the radiance of the sun. When you go into the shade the temp changes very little. I think no slider looks the cleanest/smoothest,but a black frame w/smoked glass is really a minute difference.

**70cst** · 12-17-2013, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by special-K

Tinting the back window does nothing for increasing air flow. In humidity the air is hot,not just the radiance of the sun. When you go into the shade the temp changes very little. I think no slider looks the cleanest/smoothest,but a black frame w/smoked glass is really a minute difference.

csfields · 12-17-2013, 10:06 AM

Thanks for all the replies. It will be a weekend driver. I want airflow. Probably won't tint the windows. Does anyone make a three panel slider? I think that might look better than a four panel? I like the access to the "sodas" too... Here is a link to my build.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=584045

Andy4639 · 12-17-2013, 11:13 AM

Sliders are for drivers. The electric are 3 panels I think. my 71 has the slider and U can't beat it when U have the windows down vents open and the back glass open. I don't know how anyone can lock there keys up in one of these trucks unless they have updated the key locks with selonoids because factory doors want let U lock the door then shut it.

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 12-17-2013, 11:37 AM

Like I said I have the electric one in my Truck. It’s 3 panels and tinted. I get lots of "That’s Cool" comments when people see me open it. I really like it for the air flow.

**Ol Blue K20** · 12-17-2013, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by rogergodding

ummm.... yeah, sodas....

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Originally Posted by Rod Run

LOL!!! I was thinking the same thing

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Originally Posted by csfields

Thanks for all the replies. It will be a weekend driver. I want airflow. Probably won't tint the windows. Does anyone make a three panel slider? I think that might look better than a four panel? I like the access to the "sodas" too... Here is a link to my build.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=584045

Ok....I admit it....I wasn't talking about sodas...but because this is a family forum I said sodas......

Steve Hafner · 12-17-2013, 11:52 AM

. . . .

I really like the slider I had added during my truck's restoration.

It really helps the air to flow through . . . until I get the air conditioning working anyway !!!

. . . .

csfields · 12-17-2013, 02:19 PM

I guess I will go with the slider. I do love the clean look of the stock glass, I want the functionality of the slider. Thanks for everyone's input.

**Already Gone** · 12-18-2013, 02:27 PM

I know you made your choice but though I'd put mine with blacked out non-slider glass.

Andy4639 · 12-18-2013, 02:36 PM

That is a pretty truck! + a LWB to boot!

Jahloha · 12-16-2013, 03:44 PM

Yup, tint on the windows is an option to assist with cooling the cab. One piece rears complete the look of our trucks in my opinion.

Sicklajoie · 12-16-2013, 06:34 PM

I have a CR Laurence regular slider and I love it.

12-16-2013, 01:56 PM	#1
csfields Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Elizabethtown, Kentucky Posts: 322	Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass Currently restoring truck and looking for opinions on sliding back windows. My truck will not have air, and I live in Ky. humid summers. What options do I have on sliding back glass? pics please would be helpful. __________________ Thanks, Casey 71 Chevy C-10 SWB 350/400 PS, PB The Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=584045 The Brake Upgrade http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=695699

12-16-2013, 03:08 PM	#2
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,169	Re: Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass http://www.crlaurence.com/default.aspx Try this site, click on automotive Products . I have an electric slider i my truck and love it __________________ 1970 CST LS 1 6 speed Ford 9 inch Detroit Tru Track, Dakota Didgital, Vintage Air, QA1 Coil Overs Front & Rear Lots of FUN 2013 GMC PU, Oldest Son 71 GMC LWB. QA1 Suspension, Angry SB. Youngest Son 2019 GMC Diesil Dually. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565

12-16-2013, 07:46 PM	#3
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,243	Re: Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass A slider makes the sodas in the ice chest easier to get to... __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

12-17-2013, 12:14 AM	#5
K10 STEPSIDE Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: galesville WI Posts: 91	Re: Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass I used mine as a way to lock and unlock the truck while I could I looked for my door key, but you have to be very skinny to fit though mine. I just looked threw all my pictures and didn't find a picture with it closed so I would say I use it. __________________ _______________________________________________ A project can be finished, but a car is never done. 1967 chevy K10 step 2002 chevy Impala Latest Project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=605308

12-16-2013, 07:56 PM	#8
68Stepbed Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 10-Uh-See Posts: 5,609	Re: Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass It depends on how you want the truck to look. If you plan to use the truck as a truck and drive it a lot, they're very handy. If you're going for a clean and simple look, though, they tend to take away from the clean look. I had a slider in mine when it was my daily driver, but when I painted it, I changed to a solid back glass for a clean look. Here's a couple pics to show the difference. Before: After: __________________ Matt 68 C10 stepside, LS1/700R4, TCI Engineering suspension system

12-16-2013, 08:18 PM	#9
Terry Crist Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Manteca, California Posts: 59	Re: Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass I like the solid back window. Not only for looks but the sliders are really easy to break into.

12-16-2013, 10:51 PM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass Tinting the back window does nothing for increasing air flow. In humidity the air is hot,not just the radiance of the sun. When you go into the shade the temp changes very little. I think no slider looks the cleanest/smoothest,but a black frame w/smoked glass is really a minute difference. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

12-17-2013, 10:06 AM	#12
csfields Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Elizabethtown, Kentucky Posts: 322	Re: Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass Thanks for all the replies. It will be a weekend driver. I want airflow. Probably won't tint the windows. Does anyone make a three panel slider? I think that might look better than a four panel? I like the access to the "sodas" too... Here is a link to my build. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=584045 __________________ Thanks, Casey 71 Chevy C-10 SWB 350/400 PS, PB The Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=584045 The Brake Upgrade http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=695699

12-17-2013, 11:13 AM	#13
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass Sliders are for drivers. The electric are 3 panels I think. my 71 has the slider and U can't beat it when U have the windows down vents open and the back glass open. I don't know how anyone can lock there keys up in one of these trucks unless they have updated the key locks with selonoids because factory doors want let U lock the door then shut it. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

12-17-2013, 11:37 AM	#14
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,169	Re: Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass Like I said I have the electric one in my Truck. It’s 3 panels and tinted. I get lots of "That’s Cool" comments when people see me open it. I really like it for the air flow. Attached Images __________________ 1970 CST LS 1 6 speed Ford 9 inch Detroit Tru Track, Dakota Didgital, Vintage Air, QA1 Coil Overs Front & Rear Lots of FUN 2013 GMC PU, Oldest Son 71 GMC LWB. QA1 Suspension, Angry SB. Youngest Son 2019 GMC Diesil Dually. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565

12-17-2013, 11:52 AM	#16
Steve Hafner Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Northport, Alabama Posts: 1,353	Re: Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass . . . . I really like the slider I had added during my truck's restoration. It really helps the air to flow through . . . until I get the air conditioning working anyway !!! . . . . Attached Images

12-17-2013, 02:19 PM	#17
csfields Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Elizabethtown, Kentucky Posts: 322	Re: Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass I guess I will go with the slider. I do love the clean look of the stock glass, I want the functionality of the slider. Thanks for everyone's input. __________________ Thanks, Casey 71 Chevy C-10 SWB 350/400 PS, PB The Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=584045 The Brake Upgrade http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=695699

12-18-2013, 02:27 PM	#18
Already Gone 70+ ( Old Skool Club ) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada Posts: 9,139	Re: Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass I know you made your choice but though I'd put mine with blacked out non-slider glass. Attached Images __________________ 1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021

12-18-2013, 02:36 PM	#19
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass That is a pretty truck! + a LWB to boot! __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

12-16-2013, 03:44 PM	#20
Jahloha Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 526	Re: Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass Yup, tint on the windows is an option to assist with cooling the cab. One piece rears complete the look of our trucks in my opinion. __________________ -JASON My grandpa, Gramps, won a 1970 C20 in 1969 for $1. I'm on a mission to restore it before he passes. My 1970 C20 Build Thread



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12-16-2013, 06:34 PM	#21
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,498	Re: Sliding Back vs No Slide Back Glass I have a CR Laurence regular slider and I love it. Attached Images __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

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