1979 front window channel

[chrismoore701]

I am in the process of rebuilding my vent Windows. The last piece is to install window channel for the front of the main window. I bought them from Classic parts. The channel has a "u" type looking piece attached to one end. Do u know where this goes?

Thanka

[chrismoore701]

Anybody? I was hoping to put this in tonight

Thanks

[68Timber]

I think you're talking about where it attaches to the inner door skin behind the door panel. Can you post a pic?

[chrismoore701]

It's at the top of the vht window

[chrismoore701]

Another pic

[chrismoore701]

I am guessing it just pulls up and over the top of the vent window. I do not like the way this is going to fit. I think I may cut this off. Almost looks like these are a better fit for 67-72 trucks. Your thoughts?

[ray_mcavoy]

Originally Posted by chrismoore701

I think I may cut this off. Almost looks like these are a better fit for 67-72 trucks. Your thoughts?

If I remember correctly, I ran into the same issue with those little metal pieces when restoring Dad's 77. That was over 10+ years ago and I think we got the window channels from the local GM dealer. After noticing the difference (the originals didn't have those pieces), I think I looked up the part numbers and found that they also fit the rear doors in Suburbans & crew cabs. I figured that explained the presence of that extra piece and since it wasn't needed for the front doors I just cut them off.

[chrismoore701]

Thanks ray. Away they go

[N2TRUX]

Take a look at Precision Replacement Parts page PRP They have a link to several YouTube videos showing the install

[68Timber]

I still can't tell what part you guys are talking about. Is it something unique to pre-81? I've only messed with 85 model vents.

[Front Range]

Bruiser it's the little metal tab right at the end of the yellow arrow. Looks just like the tab you find on front door window channels.

[68Timber]

Gotcha, I'm with you now. There should be a hole in the door shell that lines up with that tab so you can put a screw there and secure the top of the vent to the door.

[chrismoore701]

I looked all over youtube for a video. With no luck at least with felt with the tab on top. All the weather stripping I bought was precision except these pieces. I just removed those clips. Not matter what I did I was not happy with the connection at the top. I know they will be OK without the clip Was really hoping to get the glass installed tonight but I think I worked too late last night and upset the wife.

[chrismoore701]

I found the precision video. I did this this one before. Their channels are different. No tab