Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

grancuda · 07-10-2008, 01:48 PM

How many of you guys are running sliding rear glass on your truck? I am looking to get one but not sure what brand to look for. I want one that opens way up and haven't really seen what is available yet.

72BlckButy · 07-10-2008, 02:31 PM

I've got a sliding rear window, but I hope to change in the future. Check out my cardomain page in my signature, and I think I have a pretty good shot of it on page 2.

grancuda · 07-10-2008, 02:42 PM

Why you wanting to change it? Is there something bad about having one in these trucks?

72BlckButy · 07-10-2008, 02:43 PM

There's nothing bad with having one, as a matter of fact, the dog loves it!

I just prefer the look of a solid rear window vs. the slider.

Everyone is free to run whatever they want on their trucks, so only take my words like a grain of salt...

Any pics of your truck?

**fine69** · 07-10-2008, 02:48 PM

I personally love a rear slider.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 07-10-2008, 02:49 PM

We sell CR laurence rear sliders. Here is the link: http://www.classicheartbeat.com/Accessories.htm
WES

Sinister · 07-10-2008, 02:50 PM

I've got one, I like it a lot. Helps cool down the cab some, being as my AC don't work.

68gmsee · 07-10-2008, 03:03 PM

I've had three pickups with rear sliding glass and I like it. Nice to quickly remove hot air from the cab.

Be aware that you don't want to use it when hauling a load of manure/mulch/fertilizer down the road...

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 07-10-2008, 03:04 PM

I have one of CR laurence's electric rear slider and love it

caminokid · 07-10-2008, 03:11 PM

Heres mine. It was in the 72 I had got for parts.

It does bring more air flow thru the truck.

grancuda · 07-10-2008, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by caminokid

Heres mine. It was in the 72 I had got for parts.

It does bring more air flow thru the truck.

That one opens up really big from the looks of it.

Spanky_Pete · 07-10-2008, 03:49 PM

My Dad's '71 has one, and I've got a deep tinted one sitting on the shelf that will go in my '68 K10. They definitely help keep the air flowing, and I second the part about the dog loving it.

cdowns · 07-10-2008, 03:50 PM

with a regular cab trucks it's been about the first thing i've installed in everytruck i had on the road
i've found jcwhitney has an excellent selection for all types of trucks from the 60's up thru present day

RicksTrucks · 07-10-2008, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grancuda

How many of you guys are running sliding rear glass on your truck? I am looking to get one but not sure what brand to look for. I want one that opens way up and haven't really seen what is available yet.

I have some used ones

Ol'Rover · 07-10-2008, 10:23 PM

i do! ill get pictures tommorow!

grancuda · 07-11-2008, 10:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RicksTrucks

I have some used ones

What kind of shape are your used ones in?

Here are pics of the truck.

72BlckButy · 07-11-2008, 03:01 PM

Wow... great looking truck!

caminokid · 07-11-2008, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grancuda

That one opens up really big from the looks of it.

yeah it opens up pretty good.

grancuda · 07-11-2008, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Wow... great looking truck!

Yea, it got a little hail damage a few weeks back and I turned it in to StateFarm ($1500 for hood/roof straighten/repaint/blend fenders) and they just called and are trying to see if it is a total loss, they are trying to determine a salvage value and wanted all the options which it is a stripper model with I6/3OTT/No-AC, I told them I had it insured at a flat rate of $4500 and they are going to contact the local agent because they are saying it is worth $3000, keep in mind this is a 77k original mile, 1 repaint truck. I am going to laugh if they call me saying it is totaled, I guess if they would have made it with beer cans like this new stuff they could do thier paintless repair and it wouldn't be but like $400 worth of repairs.

piecesparts · 07-11-2008, 08:43 PM

I am working to make the 68 truck's rear window "Pop Out" at the bottom on the project. I am using a hinge and latch set from another Chevy product and had the rear glass cut, drilled for mounting hardware, and tempered for strength. I like the fresh air, but wanted something different than the usual slider.

07-10-2008, 01:48 PM	#1
grancuda Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Central OK Posts: 396	Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U How many of you guys are running sliding rear glass on your truck? I am looking to get one but not sure what brand to look for. I want one that opens way up and haven't really seen what is available yet.

07-10-2008, 02:31 PM	#2
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U I've got a sliding rear window, but I hope to change in the future. Check out my cardomain page in my signature, and I think I have a pretty good shot of it on page 2. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

07-10-2008, 02:42 PM	#3
grancuda Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Central OK Posts: 396	Re: Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U Why you wanting to change it? Is there something bad about having one in these trucks?

07-10-2008, 02:43 PM	#4
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U There's nothing bad with having one, as a matter of fact, the dog loves it! I just prefer the look of a solid rear window vs. the slider. Everyone is free to run whatever they want on their trucks, so only take my words like a grain of salt... Any pics of your truck? __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

07-10-2008, 02:48 PM	#5
fine69 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Urbana,Ohio,USA Posts: 4,618	Re: Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U I personally love a rear slider. __________________ 2008 Chevy HHR 1/2 panel. 1949 Chevy Panel truck(just sittin, waiting) Board member #6

07-10-2008, 02:49 PM	#6
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U We sell CR laurence rear sliders. Here is the link: http://www.classicheartbeat.com/Accessories.htm WES Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

07-10-2008, 02:50 PM	#7
Sinister Between Trucks... Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA. Posts: 3,830	Re: Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U I've got one, I like it a lot. Helps cool down the cab some, being as my AC don't work. __________________ Beat it to fit, Paint it to match...

07-10-2008, 03:03 PM	#8
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U I've had three pickups with rear sliding glass and I like it. Nice to quickly remove hot air from the cab. Be aware that you don't want to use it when hauling a load of manure/mulch/fertilizer down the road...

07-10-2008, 03:04 PM	#9
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,111	Re: Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U I have one of CR laurence's electric rear slider and love it Attached Images __________________ 1970 CST LS 1 6 speed Ford 9 inch Detroit Tru Track, Dakota Didgital, Vintage Air, QA1 Coil Overs Front & Rear Lots of FUN 2013 GMC PU, Oldest Son 71 GMC LWB. QA1 Suspension, Angry SB. Youngest Son 2019 GMC Diesil Dually. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565

07-10-2008, 03:11 PM	#10
caminokid Chevy nut Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Springfield, Illinois Posts: 2,266	Re: Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U Heres mine. It was in the 72 I had got for parts. It does bring more air flow thru the truck. __________________ 84 Chevy Custom Deluxe 1/2 Ton Named Fade To Black II "Remember kids there is NO replacement for displacement!"

07-10-2008, 03:49 PM	#12
Spanky_Pete Too many trucks? Nah... Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: SW Washington State Posts: 154	Re: Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U My Dad's '71 has one, and I've got a deep tinted one sitting on the shelf that will go in my '68 K10. They definitely help keep the air flowing, and I second the part about the dog loving it.

07-10-2008, 03:50 PM	#13
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U with a regular cab trucks it's been about the first thing i've installed in everytruck i had on the road i've found jcwhitney has an excellent selection for all types of trucks from the 60's up thru present day __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

07-10-2008, 10:23 PM	#15
Ol'Rover Project: years too late. Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Almonte,ON,Canada Posts: 550	Re: Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U i do! ill get pictures tommorow! __________________ 1971 C10 Stepper LSX 5.3/4L60E 3.73 12bolt posi. Father Son Project. In Memory of Bruce C. Shorten. Rest easy Dad. Ill take it fryom here.

07-11-2008, 03:01 PM	#17
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U Wow... great looking truck! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

07-11-2008, 08:43 PM	#20
piecesparts Parts and more parts Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Lebo, Kansas (middle of nowhere Posts: 6,821	Re: Sliding Rear Glassn for '72 Model P/U I am working to make the 68 truck's rear window "Pop Out" at the bottom on the project. I am using a hinge and latch set from another Chevy product and had the rear glass cut, drilled for mounting hardware, and tempered for strength. I like the fresh air, but wanted something different than the usual slider.



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