Windshield rubber problems - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Edmond · 06-29-2009, 07:21 AM

The truck needed some paint-repair work and because of that the windshield had to be taken out.
Now I have a new windshield rubber (38-5912 from LMC) ordered and I use the old trim that was already on the old rubber.
The glass-shop can't get the windshield in.
They have done it before, it's not like they do it for the first time, but now it doesn't fit.
The trim doesn't stay in the rubber. Like it's the wrong one.
What could be the problem here?

I do know there is a difference in the rubber (with trim) for 67-70 and 71-72.

Cya,
Edmond

bigsnookmaster · 06-29-2009, 08:04 AM

Yes, one of them has a deeper groove, but I don't know which one.

hotrodhomi · 06-29-2009, 09:03 AM

I believe there are two different brands/ quality levels of gaskets. When I had my window installed the glass shop said you will never save money with the cheaper gasket because it much harder to install.

Indyuke · 06-29-2009, 09:38 AM

I have the same problem with a windshield rubber I bought from LMC. It was the correct gasket for that year/trim style. But the trim sticks out of the rubber. It's really bad on the sides where it sticks out about 1/4 inch. I have tried many things, but as others have said, I think it's just poor quality. Since then my windshield has cracked, and I've already got a replacement lined up.

Just need a quality gasket now. BTW, I also used LMC's rear window gasket. That one seems to be a much higher quality, and I've had no issues with it. Doesn't even leak a drop when I stick the hose right on it while washing the truck.

tranz am · 06-29-2009, 09:54 AM

This would be good to clarify. I will be replacing my windshield soon too.
So is it just cheap quality gaskets or is there really a grove difference.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigsnookmaster

Yes, one of them has a deeper groove, but I don't know which one.

*vegaschevy* · 06-29-2009, 09:55 AM

Well who has "quality" window gaskets?

Edmond · 06-29-2009, 10:03 AM

Are the ones from Precision Replacement Parts any good?
I'm searching for the right part number... can't find it on their website.

EDIT: Found it (I think) WCR 685A Can anyone verify that?

Cya,
Edmond

3quartertime · 06-29-2009, 10:11 AM

I got my front seal from board vendor GMCPaul's. Fit like a glove!

msgross · 06-29-2009, 10:24 AM

I got one from The truck Shop in CA.. DON'T USE IT! PITA!!!

I think jerry brown from the TM truck shop mentioned premier as well.

Edmond · 06-29-2009, 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 3quartertime

I got my front seal from board vendor GMCPaul's. Fit like a glove!

GMCPaul doesn't ship overseas.

What was the part number and brand?

Cya,
Edmond

oldschooler · 06-29-2009, 11:44 AM

Dont buy anything but PRECISION BRAND. Went on really simple for a first timer. Later, Rich

bigsnookmaster · 06-29-2009, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Edmond

Are the ones from Precision Replacement Parts any good?
I'm searching for the right part number... can't find it on their website.

EDIT: Found it (I think) WCR 685A Can anyone verify that?

Cya,
Edmond

Precision is the right one, and the windshield # is 685, so that probably is the right one

Lippyp · 06-29-2009, 02:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Edmond

GMCPaul doesn't ship overseas.

What was the part number and brand?

Cya,
Edmond

Edmond, I can't vouch for the windshield gasket but all the other parts I've bought from Wes at Classic Heartbeat have been top notch and he will ship to Europe. Give him a call. Failing that there are a couple of guys in the UK that can help, again not sure of the quality though.

mbgmike · 06-29-2009, 05:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Edmond

Are the ones from Precision Replacement Parts any good?
I'm searching for the right part number... can't find it on their website.

EDIT: Found it (I think) WCR 685A Can anyone verify that?

Cya,
Edmond

67-70 WCR 685 for DEEP CENTERED TRIM
71-72 WCR-685A for SHALLOW OFFSET TRIM
67-72 WBL-685 PLAIN BLACK

We only sell Precision cause they work. We won't sell anything else.
Don't waste your time with LMC gaskets or any sold by counterparts. You are just wasting your time and money I am not saying this cause we sell them. Its the reason we sell them
We ship all over the world

Hawker7 · 06-29-2009, 06:20 PM

I got mine from Brothers, but am now concerned it may not be the Precision brand. Anyone know what Brothers sells?

msgross · 06-29-2009, 06:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mbgmike

67-70 WCR 685 for DEEP CENTERED TRIM
71-72 WCR-685A for SHALLOW OFFSET TRIM
67-72 WBL-685 PLAIN BLACK

We only sell Precision cause they work. We won't sell anything else.
Don't waste your time with LMC gaskets or any sold by counterparts. You are just wasting your time and money I am not saying this cause we sell them. Its the reason we sell them
We ship all over the world

Sourkrout (john) and I can testify that Counterparts gaskets wasted 4-5 hours on our roof install... we gave up at 5AM...

Edmond · 06-30-2009, 01:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mbgmike

67-70 WCR 685 for DEEP CENTERED TRIM
71-72 WCR-685A for SHALLOW OFFSET TRIM
67-72 WBL-685 PLAIN BLACK

We only sell Precision cause they work. We won't sell anything else.
Don't waste your time with LMC gaskets or any sold by counterparts. You are just wasting your time and money I am not saying this cause we sell them. Its the reason we sell them
We ship all over the world

Mike, thanks for the info. I've send you an email.

Cya,
Edmond

Indyuke · 06-30-2009, 02:26 AM

Tranz Am, there definately is a difference in groove designs for trim. The 67-70 I believe uses different trim than the 71-72. Though, if you have no trim, you could get the standard one which has no groove, and that will fit all our trucks.

OldSkool71 · 06-30-2009, 06:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hawker7

I got mine from Brothers, but am now concerned it may not be the Precision brand. Anyone know what Brothers sells?

I got mine from Brothers too, but have not yet replaced my windshield. This post has me concerned as well I don't want to have problems. If anyone has used the one from Brothers please chime in.

thanks, Ron

oldschooler · 06-30-2009, 07:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OldSkool71

I got mine from Brothers too, but have not yet replaced my windshield. This post has me concerned as well I don't want to have problems. If anyone has used the one from Brothers please chime in.

thanks, Ron

If it is a precision brand it should have been in a sealed plastic bag, clearly marked, precision replacement parts, all over the bag Later, Rich

oldschooler · 06-30-2009, 07:25 AM

I might also add that, GMCPAUL has an excellent windshield install write up in the faq section. Use precision replacement parts rubber and follow pauls write up and you cant go wrong.

Edmond · 07-02-2009, 12:48 AM

Well I was lucky to find a Precision Replacement Part windshield gasket very close by where I live.
Now all I have to do is get the windshield put in.

Thanks for all the help.

Cya,
Edmond

jbristo67 · 07-02-2009, 01:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tranz am

This would be good to clarify. I will be replacing my windshield soon too.
So is it just cheap quality gaskets or is there really a grove difference.

There are two different types of trim

newagecustom · 07-02-2009, 01:11 AM

The ones from Steele Rubber Products are also very good quality replacements.

tranz am · 07-02-2009, 11:44 AM

awesome! thanks bro! looks like plain black will do just fine on mine

Quote:

Originally Posted by Indyuke

Tranz Am, there definately is a difference in groove designs for trim. The 67-70 I believe uses different trim than the 71-72. Though, if you have no trim, you could get the standard one which has no groove, and that will fit all our trucks.

06-29-2009, 07:21 AM	#1
Edmond Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 1,063	Windshield rubber problems The truck needed some paint-repair work and because of that the windshield had to be taken out. Now I have a new windshield rubber (38-5912 from LMC) ordered and I use the old trim that was already on the old rubber. The glass-shop can't get the windshield in. They have done it before, it's not like they do it for the first time, but now it doesn't fit. The trim doesn't stay in the rubber. Like it's the wrong one. What could be the problem here? I do know there is a difference in the rubber (with trim) for 67-70 and 71-72. Cya, Edmond __________________ 1971 Chevy C/20 Longhorn, 350/TH400, Edelbrock Performer, IMPCO 425 LPG Carb 1974 Chevy Camaro Z28 (Original) ------------------------- The Netherlands

06-29-2009, 08:04 AM	#2
bigsnookmaster Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: St.Petersburg,Fl Posts: 1,267	Re: Windshield rubber problems Yes, one of them has a deeper groove, but I don't know which one. __________________ greg http://community.webshots.com/user/68406Stepside

06-29-2009, 09:03 AM	#3
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: Windshield rubber problems I believe there are two different brands/ quality levels of gaskets. When I had my window installed the glass shop said you will never save money with the cheaper gasket because it much harder to install. __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

06-29-2009, 09:38 AM	#4
Indyuke Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Lake Stevens, WA Posts: 623	Re: Windshield rubber problems I have the same problem with a windshield rubber I bought from LMC. It was the correct gasket for that year/trim style. But the trim sticks out of the rubber. It's really bad on the sides where it sticks out about 1/4 inch. I have tried many things, but as others have said, I think it's just poor quality. Since then my windshield has cracked, and I've already got a replacement lined up. Just need a quality gasket now. BTW, I also used LMC's rear window gasket. That one seems to be a much higher quality, and I've had no issues with it. Doesn't even leak a drop when I stick the hose right on it while washing the truck.

06-29-2009, 09:55 AM	#6
vegaschevy Account Suspended Join Date: May 2009 Location: las vegas nv Posts: 1,493	Re: Windshield rubber problems Well who has "quality" window gaskets?

06-29-2009, 10:03 AM	#7
Edmond Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 1,063	Re: Windshield rubber problems Are the ones from Precision Replacement Parts any good? I'm searching for the right part number... can't find it on their website. EDIT: Found it (I think) WCR 685A Can anyone verify that? Cya, Edmond __________________ 1971 Chevy C/20 Longhorn, 350/TH400, Edelbrock Performer, IMPCO 425 LPG Carb 1974 Chevy Camaro Z28 (Original) ------------------------- The Netherlands Last edited by Edmond; 06-29-2009 at 10:06 AM.

06-29-2009, 10:11 AM	#8
3quartertime My Mistress the Sea Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Bradenton, FL. Posts: 412	Re: Windshield rubber problems I got my front seal from board vendor GMCPaul's. Fit like a glove! __________________ *,,,they'd look alot better as beer cans...* '71 K20 350/350 Rusty but trusty... gone '70 C20... gone '88 K1500... gone '90 C1500... gone '91 C2500... gone '95 C3500 6.5L Dually love this one!...

06-29-2009, 10:24 AM	#9
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Windshield rubber problems I got one from The truck Shop in CA.. DON'T USE IT! PITA!!! I think jerry brown from the TM truck shop mentioned premier as well. __________________ 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"

06-29-2009, 11:44 AM	#11
oldschooler Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: spring grove, Pa. Posts: 538	Re: Windshield rubber problems Dont buy anything but PRECISION BRAND. Went on really simple for a first timer. Later, Rich

06-29-2009, 06:20 PM	#15
Hawker7 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 321	Re: Windshield rubber problems I got mine from Brothers, but am now concerned it may not be the Precision brand. Anyone know what Brothers sells?

06-30-2009, 02:26 AM	#18
Indyuke Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Lake Stevens, WA Posts: 623	Re: Windshield rubber problems Tranz Am, there definately is a difference in groove designs for trim. The 67-70 I believe uses different trim than the 71-72. Though, if you have no trim, you could get the standard one which has no groove, and that will fit all our trucks.

06-30-2009, 07:25 AM	#21
oldschooler Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: spring grove, Pa. Posts: 538	Re: Windshield rubber problems I might also add that, GMCPAUL has an excellent windshield install write up in the faq section. Use precision replacement parts rubber and follow pauls write up and you cant go wrong.

07-02-2009, 12:48 AM	#22
Edmond Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 1,063	Re: Windshield rubber problems Well I was lucky to find a Precision Replacement Part windshield gasket very close by where I live. Now all I have to do is get the windshield put in. Thanks for all the help. Cya, Edmond __________________ 1971 Chevy C/20 Longhorn, 350/TH400, Edelbrock Performer, IMPCO 425 LPG Carb 1974 Chevy Camaro Z28 (Original) ------------------------- The Netherlands

07-02-2009, 01:11 AM	#24
newagecustom c10 Chop Artist Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: az Posts: 481	Re: Windshield rubber problems The ones from Steele Rubber Products are also very good quality replacements.



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