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Bowed · 12-15-2003, 09:25 PM

Just got a new bead locking gasket from Chevy Duty for the "REAR " window of my 86 GMC. I tried the gasket around the window before install and it was kind of loose (???) Then I put the gasket around the window frame ( fit seemed a little big here too ) and tried to install the glass but could not get it in . Are these tough to get in ? Any tips . Thanks .

**old Rusty C10** · 12-15-2003, 09:53 PM

recently i changed my one piece glass wondow for a slider in my one truck. the way i did it was to put the gasket ont he new window ( and yes it fit a little big) stuck the window in so that the bottom was seated. Then i had a friend hold the window in place and i took two flathead screwdrivers and worked up each of the edges so the left and right sides were in. it takes a little effort then id work in the rounded parts of the corner goin like an inch or so a side til i got annoyed wiht a side then id switch sides. fromt he outside my friend wo uld push just a tad and sometimes ya gotta back off some of the install to move forward. then i started in the center and work towards the edges goin til i got annoyed or it got a little tough. i did that til i had like six inches from either end then id work it the other way fromt he edge to the center. it took a good half hour to work it in there but i took my time. someone told me if ya use a soapy water solution it works a little easier i was worried about the window falling out so i didnt. once ya seat the window you should make sure its seated properly by pushing it in the hole and making sure the gasket is like even. it was a 3 out of 10 on the difficulty scale feel free to ask if i can help further

**swervin ervin** · 12-15-2003, 10:39 PM

Never have tried to install one before, but I'm sure there is a bunch in here that have. I've read to where you use some small rope to work it in. Something about the size of blind cord. You need someone on the outside pushing/holding while you work the rope back and forth on the inside. From what I read, it's a snap.

*1FaastC10* · 12-16-2003, 12:22 AM

put the seal around the window, and then put a small rope (i use 1/4" nylon rope) into the seal where the body goes in. its best to put the ends of the rope at one corner then have a buddy hold the window to the back of the cab. pull the rope out a little at a time, bringing the lip of the seal over the inside of the cab. use extra care in the corners as they're the hardest to seat. its not really that hard, my grandpa and i used to be able to do it in about 5 minutes out and back in.

**swervin ervin** · 12-16-2003, 01:05 AM

Thanks Jeremy, I knew it was something like that, just couldn't remember.

I have no idea where I came up with what I posted above.

12-15-2003, 09:25 PM	#1
Bowed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: where it's hot Posts: 1,059	Gasket Install ??? Just got a new bead locking gasket from Chevy Duty for the "REAR " window of my 86 GMC. I tried the gasket around the window before install and it was kind of loose (???) Then I put the gasket around the window frame ( fit seemed a little big here too ) and tried to install the glass but could not get it in . Are these tough to get in ? Any tips . Thanks .

12-15-2003, 09:53 PM	#2
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,313	recently i changed my one piece glass wondow for a slider in my one truck. the way i did it was to put the gasket ont he new window ( and yes it fit a little big) stuck the window in so that the bottom was seated. Then i had a friend hold the window in place and i took two flathead screwdrivers and worked up each of the edges so the left and right sides were in. it takes a little effort then id work in the rounded parts of the corner goin like an inch or so a side til i got annoyed wiht a side then id switch sides. fromt he outside my friend wo uld push just a tad and sometimes ya gotta back off some of the install to move forward. then i started in the center and work towards the edges goin til i got annoyed or it got a little tough. i did that til i had like six inches from either end then id work it the other way fromt he edge to the center. it took a good half hour to work it in there but i took my time. someone told me if ya use a soapy water solution it works a little easier i was worried about the window falling out so i didnt. once ya seat the window you should make sure its seated properly by pushing it in the hole and making sure the gasket is like even. it was a 3 out of 10 on the difficulty scale feel free to ask if i can help further __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

12-15-2003, 10:39 PM	#3
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	Never have tried to install one before, but I'm sure there is a bunch in here that have. I've read to where you use some small rope to work it in. Something about the size of blind cord. You need someone on the outside pushing/holding while you work the rope back and forth on the inside. From what I read, it's a snap. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

12-16-2003, 01:05 AM	#5
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	Thanks Jeremy, I knew it was something like that, just couldn't remember. I have no idea where I came up with what I posted above. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

12-16-2003, 12:22 AM	#4
1FaastC10 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 6,399	put the seal around the window, and then put a small rope (i use 1/4" nylon rope) into the seal where the body goes in. its best to put the ends of the rope at one corner then have a buddy hold the window to the back of the cab. pull the rope out a little at a time, bringing the lip of the seal over the inside of the cab. use extra care in the corners as they're the hardest to seat. its not really that hard, my grandpa and i used to be able to do it in about 5 minutes out and back in.



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