Best vent window replacement options. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

t76turbo · 02-01-2011, 10:45 AM

I got my first C-10 yesterday from California. First thing I noticed is the vent window will not shut. The molding stops it. I searched and read for an hour or more and I gathered the concensus is to replace the vent window is the easiest thing for most with the best results.

I did see a thread or two mention some of the replacements can rust pretty easy.

I was wondering what would be the best option? I dont want to deal with trying to figure out how to replace all the rubber myself and end up with poor results.

thanks everyone. Looks like I will be asking a lot of questions soon. I will make sure I search first!

EDIT- It is a 1970.

**Clyde65** · 02-01-2011, 11:56 AM

LMC and others sell the rebuilt vent assy, however, you might need to re-mortgage your house to pay for them. rebuilding them isnt all that hard, I would get some real good rubber replacement seals from Steele Rubber Products and go for it, just pay attention when you take them apart.

https://secure.steelerubber.com/

t76turbo · 02-01-2011, 04:14 PM

Other than cost, is there a downfall to the assemblies sold by LMC or others?

02-01-2011, 10:45 AM	#1
t76turbo Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N.E. Florida Posts: 215	Best vent window replacement options. I got my first C-10 yesterday from California. First thing I noticed is the vent window will not shut. The molding stops it. I searched and read for an hour or more and I gathered the concensus is to replace the vent window is the easiest thing for most with the best results. I did see a thread or two mention some of the replacements can rust pretty easy. I was wondering what would be the best option? I dont want to deal with trying to figure out how to replace all the rubber myself and end up with poor results. thanks everyone. Looks like I will be asking a lot of questions soon. I will make sure I search first! EDIT- It is a 1970. Last edited by t76turbo; 02-01-2011 at 10:46 AM. Reason: Just in case year matters.

02-01-2011, 11:56 AM	#2
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,545	Re: Best vent window replacement options. LMC and others sell the rebuilt vent assy, however, you might need to re-mortgage your house to pay for them. rebuilding them isnt all that hard, I would get some real good rubber replacement seals from Steele Rubber Products and go for it, just pay attention when you take them apart. https://secure.steelerubber.com/ __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!* Last edited by Clyde65; 02-01-2011 at 11:57 AM.

02-01-2011, 04:14 PM	#3
t76turbo Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N.E. Florida Posts: 215	Re: Best vent window replacement options. Other than cost, is there a downfall to the assemblies sold by LMC or others? __________________ 1970 Shortbed 2wd C-10

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