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12-11-2015, 09:52 PM
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Windshield thickness
I just picked up a new windshield for my 79 c10. Do you guys know what the thickness is? I have another windshield same size but thicker. Not sure what year it is
Thoughts Does the thickness even matter?
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12-13-2015, 07:54 AM
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Re: Windshield thickness
Any thoughts?
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12-14-2015, 02:53 AM
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Re: Windshield thickness
Are both oem or is one a aftermarket piece?
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12-14-2015, 07:47 AM
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Re: Windshield thickness
I don't know about the one I had. Says PPG on it. The one I bought I know is after market
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12-14-2015, 10:44 PM
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Re: Windshield thickness
The old windshield I have is 0.2514" thick the new windshield is 0.1920". A difference of 0.0594". Does not seem like a lot. But is that enough to cause issues? I bought my weather striping from classic auto parts. That and the windshield are listed for 73-87. So it's not like I could get a different set up. Should I be concerned or am I over looking this?
Thanks Chris
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12-15-2015, 02:28 AM
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Re: Windshield thickness
I would try installing it see if everything fits with out any leaks,Some will use a little m3 auto bedding and glazing around the body side to make sure the gasket/weather striping seals fully.
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12-17-2015, 07:15 AM
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Re: Windshield thickness
I have already installed the trim on the truck. Should I remove it to add sealant? What about around the glass? Should I put any sealant there?
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12-17-2015, 09:15 AM
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Re: Windshield thickness
Unless you start to see any water leaks i would leave it be.
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12-17-2015, 09:58 AM
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Re: Windshield thickness
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12-20-2015, 11:10 AM
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Re: Windshield thickness
If you have new gaskets, it shouldn't be a problem, install it the way the factory did and sleep well at night.
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12-20-2015, 11:54 AM
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Re: Windshield thickness
I talked to precision and they told me what types of adhesive to use and all is good. Installed last week and went well
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