The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network







Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

Go Back   The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network > 47 - Current classic GM Trucks > The 1967 - 1972 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Message Board

Web 67-72chevytrucks.com


Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 09-22-2010, 11:56 AM   #1
NC67Chev
Senior Member
 
NC67Chev's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Greensboro, NC
Posts: 698
Vent window rebuild question

I'm getting everything together to rebuild my vent windows, but I have a question. The glass channel on the window frames is really splayed, so I don't think I'll be happy with re-using them. However, the vent assembly itself is in really good condition. So, my question is: Is there any reason I can't use 68 - 72 window frames (just the glass itself, the metal frame around the glass, and the latch) with the '67 vent assemblies? Thanks!
__________________
1967 Chevy C-10, 250 L6, Powerglide, 3.73, SWB, Fleetside

Upgrades: Power steering, Offset air cleaner, Rear Sport bumper, 3 point safety belts, HEI, -1/-2 springs, 16x5 wheels, McGaughy's disc brake conversion, Sway bar
NC67Chev is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-22-2010, 11:32 PM   #2
Bruce88
Registered User
 
Bruce88's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Everett, WA
Posts: 326
Re: Vent window rebuild question

Was Just working on my vent windows and the only differences that I found was that some are painted or chromed. clear or tinted glass, and the kind of handle used. On 67 the handle is attached to the metal frame around the glass and 68 -72 the handle is thru a hole in the glass. As far as I can see all the individual parts are interchangeable except the handle. I see no problem with using a 67 glass with the 67 handle on any of the 68 -72 outer frame parts (note the rubber seal is the same on all the years)

You might find it a benefit to look at a (how to) on the this forum for the vent window http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=351471

I’m planning on putting together some additional tips on putting the vent window together on my next build post. Might want to check it out in a few days for the post
__________________
My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318544
Bruce88 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-23-2010, 12:02 AM   #3
vectorit
What?
 
vectorit's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Southern California
Posts: 7,617
Re: Vent window rebuild question

Not to be a stick in the mud...
I rebuilt my wing vents, and the whole situation of them just sucked.

Saved up, purchased a new pair and have been happy ever since.

The rubber sold for these apps are not right, and to add insult to injury they are expensive. Add that with your time, and hassle is rebuilding these worth it? If you ask me? NO
__________________
Chris
1968 K20 Suburban
1972 K10 LWB PU
vectorit is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Bookmarks


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Forum Jump


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 11:46 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Copyright 1997-2022 67-72chevytrucks.com