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HotRod929 · 04-27-2003, 11:52 PM

The other day when we got a good bit of rain I found water on the inside of the windshield right where the rubber stripping meets the windshield. I knew I had a small leak on the passendger side of the windshield because i get water dripping on the floor but the other day there was water the whole way accross. Is there any way to fix this or di I need to start saving up for a new windshield to be put in? Thanks

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krazy_texan · 04-28-2003, 12:22 AM

i dont know about the whole windshield but my truck has one on the passenger side as well does yours have a small bulge in the rubber on the passenger side or is it just leaky

1971LT1SWBPOSI373 · 04-28-2003, 12:22 AM

This is a common problem, and the leak could from one or more different problems. Aftermarket windshield seals seem to be a problem, but then again they work for others. Corrosion up on the drip rail along with cracks in the sealant can allow water to run down the pillar next to the windsheild, and then drips on the floor inside. Rust along the gasket sealing surface is another possible problem. If the truck was involved in an accident then there may be another underlying problem. Your going to have to do some very careful inspecting, and maybe a helper with a garden hose will give you an idea where to start looking. Do some checking and get back with us, maybe even take a picture if you find something significant. TJ

Brad · 04-28-2003, 01:28 PM

Do a search. This topic came up not long ago. I think Mothertruckers has some informative pics that will help you out.

04-27-2003, 11:52 PM	#1
HotRod929 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Bondurant, IA but in Worcester, MA for school Posts: 767	Leaky Windshield Problem The other day when we got a good bit of rain I found water on the inside of the windshield right where the rubber stripping meets the windshield. I knew I had a small leak on the passendger side of the windshield because i get water dripping on the floor but the other day there was water the whole way accross. Is there any way to fix this or di I need to start saving up for a new windshield to be put in? Thanks HotRod __________________ 1970 Chevy C-20 350 V-8 Turbo 350 w/ shift kit Dana 60 w/ 4.10 gears AND Powr-Loc POSI New Additions: Summit Headers 135amp alternator Proform HEI Edelbrock 1406 600cfm carb Sunpro Tach Powr-Loc POSI Edelbrock Performer RPM Intake MSD 6A Ignition Box AIM: HotRod929 Visit My Site: http://1970chevy.netfirms.com/

04-28-2003, 12:22 AM	#2
krazy_texan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: West Des Moines, Ia Posts: 3,233	i dont know about the whole windshield but my truck has one on the passenger side as well does yours have a small bulge in the rubber on the passenger side or is it just leaky __________________ Krazy Texan My Trucks are made with Wrenches not Chop Sticks 1967 GMC 3/4 ton "Johnny Cash" 1990 v1500 suburban 1967 Ford f100 Swb 4x4 "green bean" GOD BLESS JESUS, JOHN WAYNE, AND THE ALAMO

04-28-2003, 12:22 AM	#3
1971LT1SWBPOSI373 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Springfield, VA Posts: 460	This is a common problem, and the leak could from one or more different problems. Aftermarket windshield seals seem to be a problem, but then again they work for others. Corrosion up on the drip rail along with cracks in the sealant can allow water to run down the pillar next to the windsheild, and then drips on the floor inside. Rust along the gasket sealing surface is another possible problem. If the truck was involved in an accident then there may be another underlying problem. Your going to have to do some very careful inspecting, and maybe a helper with a garden hose will give you an idea where to start looking. Do some checking and get back with us, maybe even take a picture if you find something significant. TJ __________________ 1971 Shortbed 350/350 w/ Posi-traction 3:73's 1996 Chevy Silverado TJ in Springfield, Virginia Likes old Chevy trucks Drinks Miller MGD

04-28-2003, 01:28 PM	#4
Brad Out of the carpool lane. Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Clark Co, WA Posts: 5,673	Do a search. This topic came up not long ago. I think Mothertruckers has some informative pics that will help you out. __________________ 1968 C-10 SWB, 5.7 Vortec/700R4/3.73 posi, Torch Red 1968 Camaro, 250/Powerglide, all original (No, I'm not gonna drop a 350 in it!...Jeez!) 2000 Honda VFR in the faster yellow! 2008 Husqvarna TE-610 1967 C-10 SWB 'Six Appeal'-Gone but not forgotten...



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