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acl · 10-20-2008, 09:57 AM

my sons 1968 wing window bottom "pin" broke. Anyone fix one before? is it fixable? Any advice will be helpful Thanks, Gary

mekdad · 10-20-2008, 10:01 AM

I used a flat head screw that I ground down to fit about 11 years ago and still works fine.

**LockDoc** · 10-20-2008, 10:45 AM

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You might check with some of the parts vendors, those rivets might be available. Something that size might even be available at your local hardware store. The only problem with the rivets is you would probably have to take the wing vent out to install them.

LockDoc

acl · 10-20-2008, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

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You might check with some of the parts vendors, those rivets might be available. Something that size might even be available at your local hardware store. The only problem with the rivets is you would probably have to take the wing vent out to install them.

LockDoc

I figured it had to come out, just darn $$$$ to replace. Thanks for the tip

mbgmike · 10-20-2008, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by acl

my sons 1968 wing window bottom "pin" broke. Anyone fix one before? is it fixable? Any advice will be helpful Thanks, Gary

are you talking about the steel pin on the bottom of the frame inside the door? or the rivet up towards the top.If its the bottom pin it can be welded back on. If you need just one rivet we can send you one. Most all companies sell them.

msgross · 10-20-2008, 06:00 PM

I have a bunch of wing windows if you decide to replace the entire system....

I'll give you a good price since I don't need them all...

**LockDoc** · 10-20-2008, 09:20 PM

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Sorry guys, I was thinking top pivot. After reading the original post closer I finally figured out it's the bottom (as stated) one with the spring on it. It may be weldable but the frame is probably pretty weak right where you would need to weld it. I would consider replacing it with a good used one.

LockDoc

shawn57nomad · 10-20-2008, 09:23 PM

If you have a local parts store that flys the CarQuest flag the should be able to get it for you.

shawn57nomad · 10-20-2008, 09:26 PM

these are what you are looking for right?

shawn57nomad · 10-20-2008, 09:27 PM

http://www.manestruckparts.com/store...Category_ID=22

manestruckparts.com

**LockDoc** · 10-20-2008, 09:52 PM

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I'm thinking this is the piece Gary is talking about.

LockDoc

72BLUZ · 10-20-2008, 10:53 PM

i bought a wing glass kit from lmc. i had a man that works in our body shop to come by and take it out. he took it home with him a couple of days and dissasembled and reassembled it. works great now

10-20-2008, 09:57 AM	#1
acl Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Emporia, kansas Posts: 300	wing window. my sons 1968 wing window bottom "pin" broke. Anyone fix one before? is it fixable? Any advice will be helpful Thanks, Gary

10-20-2008, 10:01 AM	#2
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	Re: wing window. I used a flat head screw that I ground down to fit about 11 years ago and still works fine. __________________ you never know what you can do until you have to undo something you have done!

10-20-2008, 10:45 AM	#3
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,772	Re: wing window. - You might check with some of the parts vendors, those rivets might be available. Something that size might even be available at your local hardware store. The only problem with the rivets is you would probably have to take the wing vent out to install them. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

10-20-2008, 06:00 PM	#6
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: wing window. I have a bunch of wing windows if you decide to replace the entire system.... I'll give you a good price since I don't need them all... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

10-20-2008, 09:20 PM	#7
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,772	Re: wing window. - Sorry guys, I was thinking top pivot. After reading the original post closer I finally figured out it's the bottom (as stated) one with the spring on it. It may be weldable but the frame is probably pretty weak right where you would need to weld it. I would consider replacing it with a good used one. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

10-20-2008, 09:23 PM	#8
shawn57nomad Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Newton, IA Posts: 173	Re: wing window. If you have a local parts store that flys the CarQuest flag the should be able to get it for you.

10-20-2008, 09:26 PM	#9
shawn57nomad Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Newton, IA Posts: 173	Re: wing window. these are what you are looking for right? Attached Images

10-20-2008, 09:27 PM	#10
shawn57nomad Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Newton, IA Posts: 173	Re: wing window. http://www.manestruckparts.com/store...Category_ID=22 manestruckparts.com

10-20-2008, 09:52 PM	#11
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,772	Re: wing window. - I'm thinking this is the piece Gary is talking about. LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

10-20-2008, 10:53 PM	#12
72BLUZ Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: lafayette, ga. Posts: 832	Re: wing window. i bought a wing glass kit from lmc. i had a man that works in our body shop to come by and take it out. he took it home with him a couple of days and dissasembled and reassembled it. works great now __________________ Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same.... Ronald Reagan

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