Eliminating wind wings...making doors one window??? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

kxmotox247 · 08-14-2002, 02:32 PM

Hey...

Has anyone ever tried eliminating their wind wings in the doors of 67-72 Chevy trucks?
When I redo mine, I was thinking about taking out the wind wings and making it so there is only one piece of glass going up and down.

If anyone has tried this...please let me know. If you have any pics of a truck with this done, please post them!

Thanks!
Josh

69mychevy · 08-14-2002, 02:50 PM

josh, don't just go on what i say but somebody made a post earlier this year saying that they did it and they look nice but that they've had nothing but problems with them but i don't know why they would have problems with em so tell me how it turns out

'72 Cheyenne Super · 08-14-2002, 02:52 PM

There is a company (sorry, can't remember which one, but you can probably find it on the 'net) that makes a kit to do exactly what you want to do. It has the necessary components to remove the vent window and install a new front track to allow for a full window. If I remember right, they have a power option, as well.

NSANE68!!! · 08-14-2002, 02:57 PM

Buy the kit from Brother's, I think most of the vendors on this board sell them, WES, GMC Paul, ect. But don't try to cut corners and not buy a new regulator for each door. That is why EVERYBODY was having problems. Buy the parts they suggest and you will be fine.
I realize that regulator's are about $100 each and this would be a nice corner to cut, and save some $$$$$, but get real the regulator's in your door's are over 30yrs old.
Back to the lod saying DO IT RIGHT, DO IT ONCE!!

colohusker · 08-14-2002, 02:59 PM

Here's one thread...
http://64.246.42.114/vboard/showthre...e+piece+window

colohusker · 08-14-2002, 03:01 PM

and here's another thread....

http://64.246.42.114/vboard/showthre...e+piece+window

kxmotox247 · 08-14-2002, 03:21 PM

Thanks guys!
I think I'm going to try it. I'm buying a set of Goodmark doors though...I hate the thought of cutting on brand new doors.

Does anyone have any feed back on new Goodmark doors? I posted a thread on those on the parts board.

nate68 · 08-14-2002, 06:51 PM

GMC Paul has regulators cheaper than that, or at least they were on sale when i got them. definately do new regulators, brother's updated their instructions on the one piece window kits. there are guys on here that have done the install successfully.
i wouldnt dream of using the regulators i have, one sounds like a jack in the box!!!

Andy4639 · 08-15-2002, 09:17 PM

Took mine out myself, and had the metal cut and used the holes from the vent windows to put them in with and tacked welded the glass runner back in. Didn't do anything to the doors.

barn9 · 08-15-2002, 09:41 PM

Talk to Paul or Wes and get the right components, everything is available to do the change, and you do not have to alter the door. Screw Brother's before they screw you, Paul and Wes can get you what you need much cheaper, and can definately offer you more assistance on installation. It is also a full glass replacement, not a painted blank stuck in where the vent was (sorry Andy), so they look good, and electric conversion is available from a couple sources. Someone should have links to help you out here (due to my puter crashing a couple weeks ago, I lost all the links I had to this subject). In the past, there have been numerous posts and pics covering this topic, so someone can help you out with info, good luck, LB.

stllookn · 08-15-2002, 11:39 PM

Andy, Where did you get those mirrors? It looks like if they were slid forward they would fit at a perfect angle to the door...or did you cut the base to fit? Do you have another picture from a different angle? Thanks

Gary68 · 08-17-2002, 11:10 AM

If I could change everything on my truck to exactly what I wanted, the only thing I would never consider changing is the wind wings. I would pay an extra $2,000 for wind wings on a new vehicle if they were an option. To me removing the wind wings would be worse than swapping out your V8 for a tired old Volkswagon flat four. I strongly recommend you reconsider; maybe take a poll.

72step · 08-17-2002, 11:24 AM

Don't do it! I did mine, and although it looks cool, I might go back to stock when I redo my truck next time with new doors. The regulators is one issue, but they still aren't nearly as smooth as factory. Just my 2 cents.

XXL · 08-17-2002, 01:20 PM

Andy, it looks like you put some hard work into those... but can you see? It looks like you've created quite a large blind spot in your field of vision. I'm pretty sure that wouldn't pass inspection around here.

Kenneth

08-14-2002, 02:32 PM	#1
kxmotox247 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Champaign, IL Posts: 1,397	Eliminating wind wings...making doors one window??? Hey... Has anyone ever tried eliminating their wind wings in the doors of 67-72 Chevy trucks? When I redo mine, I was thinking about taking out the wind wings and making it so there is only one piece of glass going up and down. If anyone has tried this...please let me know. If you have any pics of a truck with this done, please post them! Thanks! Josh __________________ Baby Blue's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=652776 Project 68's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post8442117 www.stonecolumnclassics.com Email: Josh@stonecolumnclassics.com

08-14-2002, 02:50 PM	#2
69mychevy yes i did post something Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 244	josh, don't just go on what i say but somebody made a post earlier this year saying that they did it and they look nice but that they've had nothing but problems with them but i don't know why they would have problems with em so tell me how it turns out __________________ you can want in one hand and s h i t in the other and see which fills first NO MATTER HOW BEAUTIFUL THE GIRL(S) IN MY AVATAR IS PLEASE READ MY POST

08-14-2002, 02:52 PM	#3
'72 Cheyenne Super Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Puyallup, WA USA!! Posts: 85	There is a company (sorry, can't remember which one, but you can probably find it on the 'net) that makes a kit to do exactly what you want to do. It has the necessary components to remove the vent window and install a new front track to allow for a full window. If I remember right, they have a power option, as well. __________________ '72 Cheyenne Super 4x4, 468ci, 700R4, Import Stomper. A couple pics at http://www.picturetrail.com/gallery/view?p=6&uid=529895&

08-14-2002, 02:57 PM	#4
NSANE68!!! SLICER AND DICIER Join Date: May 2001 Location: Quuen Creek Posts: 1,383	Buy the kit from Brother's, I think most of the vendors on this board sell them, WES, GMC Paul, ect. But don't try to cut corners and not buy a new regulator for each door. That is why EVERYBODY was having problems. Buy the parts they suggest and you will be fine. I realize that regulator's are about $100 each and this would be a nice corner to cut, and save some $$$$$, but get real the regulator's in your door's are over 30yrs old. Back to the lod saying DO IT RIGHT, DO IT ONCE!! __________________ 01 Tahoe 22's 2/4 drop and tv's 68 chevy money pit 51 chevy belair 95 Honda 900RR 05 GMC Siearra (company truck)

08-14-2002, 02:59 PM	#5
colohusker Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Longmont, CO Posts: 436	Here's one thread... http://64.246.42.114/vboard/showthre...e+piece+window __________________ ------------------------------------------------ I say it's only money, my wife says it's only a truck.... '71 C10 Deluxe, factory ac, ps, pb, should be done by 2102 Longmont, CO husker95@hotmail.com

08-14-2002, 03:01 PM	#6
colohusker Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Longmont, CO Posts: 436	and here's another thread.... http://64.246.42.114/vboard/showthre...e+piece+window __________________ ------------------------------------------------ I say it's only money, my wife says it's only a truck.... '71 C10 Deluxe, factory ac, ps, pb, should be done by 2102 Longmont, CO husker95@hotmail.com

08-14-2002, 03:21 PM	#7
kxmotox247 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Champaign, IL Posts: 1,397	Thanks guys! I think I'm going to try it. I'm buying a set of Goodmark doors though...I hate the thought of cutting on brand new doors. Does anyone have any feed back on new Goodmark doors? I posted a thread on those on the parts board. __________________ Baby Blue's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=652776 Project 68's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post8442117 www.stonecolumnclassics.com Email: Josh@stonecolumnclassics.com

08-14-2002, 06:51 PM	#8
nate68 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: ca Posts: 1,110	GMC Paul has regulators cheaper than that, or at least they were on sale when i got them. definately do new regulators, brother's updated their instructions on the one piece window kits. there are guys on here that have done the install successfully. i wouldnt dream of using the regulators i have, one sounds like a jack in the box!!! __________________ 68 short step, 406/700r4, 9" w/discs.

08-15-2002, 09:17 PM	#9
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Missing vent windows Took mine out myself, and had the metal cut and used the holes from the vent windows to put them in with and tacked welded the glass runner back in. Didn't do anything to the doors. Attached Images __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

08-15-2002, 09:41 PM	#10
barn9 Half a bubble off! Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Winfield, Ks, USA Posts: 5,588	Talk to Paul or Wes and get the right components, everything is available to do the change, and you do not have to alter the door. Screw Brother's before they screw you, Paul and Wes can get you what you need much cheaper, and can definately offer you more assistance on installation. It is also a full glass replacement, not a painted blank stuck in where the vent was (sorry Andy), so they look good, and electric conversion is available from a couple sources. Someone should have links to help you out here (due to my puter crashing a couple weeks ago, I lost all the links I had to this subject). In the past, there have been numerous posts and pics covering this topic, so someone can help you out with info, good luck, LB. __________________ Just call me LB. '71 Cheyenne, 402BB, hauls blondes, brunettes, or redheads.

08-15-2002, 11:39 PM	#11
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Andy, Where did you get those mirrors? It looks like if they were slid forward they would fit at a perfect angle to the door...or did you cut the base to fit? Do you have another picture from a different angle? Thanks __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

08-17-2002, 11:10 AM	#12
Gary68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 9	If I could change everything on my truck to exactly what I wanted, the only thing I would never consider changing is the wind wings. I would pay an extra $2,000 for wind wings on a new vehicle if they were an option. To me removing the wind wings would be worse than swapping out your V8 for a tired old Volkswagon flat four. I strongly recommend you reconsider; maybe take a poll.

08-17-2002, 11:24 AM	#13
72step Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: chimayo, nm, usa Posts: 898	one piece glass Don't do it! I did mine, and although it looks cool, I might go back to stock when I redo my truck next time with new doors. The regulators is one issue, but they still aren't nearly as smooth as factory. Just my 2 cents.

08-17-2002, 01:20 PM	#14
XXL Señor Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edge of the world Posts: 5,367	Re: Missing vent windows Andy, it looks like you put some hard work into those... but can you see? It looks like you've created quite a large blind spot in your field of vision. I'm pretty sure that wouldn't pass inspection around here. Kenneth __________________ Craigslist \| ebay \| Engrishtees \| www.myattitudesucks.com \| Follow me on Twitter

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