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Lemield · 07-20-2006, 09:28 AM

I found the FAQ's on window installation (front or rear) for our trucks but there is not much information about the size of rope/cord that people use to put them in. Does anyone have any recommendations?

Thank you in advance.

**Shock_Me** · 07-20-2006, 11:09 AM

The glass shop I went to used a cord about the same size as a lawn mower start cord.
Hope this helps.
Pete

boilrman · 07-20-2006, 11:43 AM

I used a string about the size you use for making a line, say for setting fence posts.

incoma · 07-20-2006, 01:46 PM

The entire point of the string is to manipulate the rubber around the channel. You won't want something too big that it doesn't easily move, and you don't want something so small that it rips or tears the rubber. I used string for fence posts like boilrman. It worked well on the front window, but tore the gasket on the back window. Perhaps I got too rough with it..?? Good luck, it's not the easiest of projects. Having someone help you is key also.

Lemield · 07-20-2006, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by incoma

The entire point of the string is to manipulate the rubber around the channel. You won't want something too big that it doesn't easily move, and you don't want something so small that it rips or tears the rubber. I used string for fence posts like boilrman. It worked well on the front window, but tore the gasket on the back window. Perhaps I got too rough with it..?? Good luck, it's not the easiest of projects. Having someone help you is key also.

I know all about tearing the gasket....

I tore the crap out of the one that is on there now. I used some parachute cord....not a good choice!

Thanks to all for your feedback!

BigMike · 07-20-2006, 04:32 PM

Try a weedeater line. It is a plastic material and does not grab the rubber like rope or nylon does, slides real well when you lube the gasket with windex, dish soap or whatever. I have tried them all from twine to rope and have had the best performance with no grabbing or tearing with weedeater line.

Mike

incoma · 07-20-2006, 10:25 PM

weedeater line is an awesome idea.

Lemield · 07-21-2006, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by big.mike

Try a weedeater line. It is a plastic material and does not grab the rubber like rope or nylon does, slides real well when you lube the gasket with windex, dish soap or whatever. I have tried them all from twine to rope and have had the best performance with no grabbing or tearing with weedeater line.

Mike

Thanks Mike....I'll try it!

ChevyDude · 07-21-2006, 11:16 AM

Larry if it takes another set of hands to help....let me know and I'm there!

Lemield · 07-21-2006, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by ChevyDude

Larry if it takes another set of hands to help....let me know and I'm there!

Thanks Alex...you da man! I'll let you know....I'm still waiting for the new window seal to arrive. What an exercise in futility! I am going to put the original sliding window from the red truck BACK into the red truck.

ChevyDude · 07-21-2006, 11:23 AM

Did ya get into the window moving biz??? LOL!!!

Lemield · 07-21-2006, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by ChevyDude

Did ya get into the window moving biz??? LOL!!!

More like the window seal ripping business! It looks like

right now!

I'm gonna try the weedeater line as suggested....sounds like it will work good since it will slide easier.

Lemield · 07-24-2006, 09:30 AM

Well...I got it installed. It was tough. I decided to use some sash cord and it worked OK. Was going to use the weedeater line but only had the stuff with the sharp edges....I never would have gotten the window in without the my wife's help...she is a good helper!!!

ChevyDude · 07-24-2006, 11:02 AM

Good deal Larry!

Jwill41 · 07-24-2006, 11:07 AM

We used venetian blind cord and it worked well.

On a side note, does the rear slider window use the same seal as stock glass? I will be painting mine soon and will need new rubber.

Lemield · 07-24-2006, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Jwill41

We used venetian blind cord and it worked well.

On a side note, does the rear slider window use the same seal as stock glass? I will be painting mine soon and will need new rubber.

As far as I know, the stock gasket fits the slider and the regular glass.

07-20-2006, 09:28 AM	#1
Lemield Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Arvada Colorado Posts: 1,321	Window installation/rope size? I found the FAQ's on window installation (front or rear) for our trucks but there is not much information about the size of rope/cord that people use to put them in. Does anyone have any recommendations? Thank you in advance. __________________ Larry 1949 Willys CJ2A, Kubota Turbo Diesel engine, Warn Overdrive, 11 inch brakes, 12volt, Warn M8000 Winch "Little Green" 1970 Rustoleum Roller Red C20 Custom Camper 454 TH400 "Big Red" 1971 K20 6.2 Turbo Diesel 4x4 4spd Ranger Overdrive "Pumpkin Wagon" 2005 VW Beetle Diesel 44+ MPG "Silver Bullet"

07-20-2006, 11:09 AM	#2
Shock_Me Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 587	Re: Window installation/rope size? The glass shop I went to used a cord about the same size as a lawn mower start cord. Hope this helps. Pete

07-20-2006, 11:43 AM	#3
boilrman 70 Chevy 3/4t Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Kokomo,IN USA Posts: 1,230	Re: Window installation/rope size? I used a string about the size you use for making a line, say for setting fence posts. __________________ Find a job you love and you'll never have to work a day in your life. 1998 Yamaha V-Star 650 1970 Chevy 3/4t, I6 (rebuilt), 4 speed Kokomo,IN

07-20-2006, 01:46 PM	#4
incoma Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 865	Re: Window installation/rope size? The entire point of the string is to manipulate the rubber around the channel. You won't want something too big that it doesn't easily move, and you don't want something so small that it rips or tears the rubber. I used string for fence posts like boilrman. It worked well on the front window, but tore the gasket on the back window. Perhaps I got too rough with it..?? Good luck, it's not the easiest of projects. Having someone help you is key also. __________________ "Green Monster" (Red Sox fan) 1970 GMC survivor, 350/200 4R, 3.42 rear gears, 2.5/4 drop, ECE disc brake conversion, powder coated suspension

07-20-2006, 04:32 PM	#6
BigMike Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Rancho Santa Margarita - SoCal Posts: 1,432	Re: Window installation/rope size? Try a weedeater line. It is a plastic material and does not grab the rubber like rope or nylon does, slides real well when you lube the gasket with windex, dish soap or whatever. I have tried them all from twine to rope and have had the best performance with no grabbing or tearing with weedeater line. Mike __________________ Mike My 69 SWB Project Father/Son 72 Nova Project My Airbrushed RC Car Bodies

07-20-2006, 10:25 PM	#7
incoma Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 865	Re: Window installation/rope size? weedeater line is an awesome idea. __________________ "Green Monster" (Red Sox fan) 1970 GMC survivor, 350/200 4R, 3.42 rear gears, 2.5/4 drop, ECE disc brake conversion, powder coated suspension

07-21-2006, 11:16 AM	#9
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: Window installation/rope size? Larry if it takes another set of hands to help....let me know and I'm there!

07-21-2006, 11:23 AM	#11
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: Window installation/rope size? Did ya get into the window moving biz??? LOL!!!

07-24-2006, 09:30 AM	#13
Lemield Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Arvada Colorado Posts: 1,321	Re: Window installation/rope size? Well...I got it installed. It was tough. I decided to use some sash cord and it worked OK. Was going to use the weedeater line but only had the stuff with the sharp edges....I never would have gotten the window in without the my wife's help...she is a good helper!!! __________________ Larry 1949 Willys CJ2A, Kubota Turbo Diesel engine, Warn Overdrive, 11 inch brakes, 12volt, Warn M8000 Winch "Little Green" 1970 Rustoleum Roller Red C20 Custom Camper 454 TH400 "Big Red" 1971 K20 6.2 Turbo Diesel 4x4 4spd Ranger Overdrive "Pumpkin Wagon" 2005 VW Beetle Diesel 44+ MPG "Silver Bullet"

07-24-2006, 11:02 AM	#14
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: Window installation/rope size? Good deal Larry!

07-24-2006, 11:07 AM	#15
Jwill41 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Farmers Branch, Tx Posts: 1,009	Re: Window installation/rope size? We used venetian blind cord and it worked well. On a side note, does the rear slider window use the same seal as stock glass? I will be painting mine soon and will need new rubber. __________________ http://www.picturetrail.com/jwill41 67 1/2 ton GMC short step side 68 1/2 ton Chevy long fleet side 72 1/2 ton Chevy Suburban 99 1/2 ton Chevy Suburban founder (and only member) of the primer/clearcoat club



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