Getting the !@#% windows out of a door - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Scrub · 08-23-2003, 10:57 AM

OK, I give up. There has got to be an easy way to do this. I am salvaging the guts out of (2) 72 doors. I got all the screws out, but the rest of it seems to be a Chinese puzzle.

Thanks in advance.

**jamie72** · 08-23-2003, 11:03 AM

have you taken the vent windows out yet..needthem out before the window will come out.

Scrub · 08-23-2003, 11:33 AM

Well, I got the first one apart, but there has got to be an easier way. I'm thinking that I should leave some of the screws in like maybe the regulator until I get the glass out.

Correct me please
1) roll the damn glass down before you remove all the screws.
2) pull the rub trim where the window goes into the door
3) Get the wing window out
4) fight the glass out without using a hammer
5) take all the rest of the stuff out.

I will see if that works any better.

*Phillip Johnson* · 08-23-2003, 11:50 AM

OH yes.. The vent windows must come out!

73stepside · 08-23-2003, 02:10 PM

i turned the vents side ways. took out the window crank mechanism and pulled the glass out after i wrestled the vent window out

Southpa · 08-23-2003, 02:43 PM

We really got to get the search mode back in operation. I've posted LOTS of info on windows in the past while it was still fresh in my mind. I've forgotten most of it now. I do remember one thing that isn't in the instructions in Haynes. And that is to loosen the track for the main window before inserting the vent window. Its much easier when you have lots of play in adjoining parts.

PanelDeland · 08-23-2003, 04:00 PM

What southpa said.Loosen the screws at the bottom of the rear track.If you look inside the door you will be able to see where the window rollers fit thru a groove in the track.This is the place to get the rollers out.I tilt the glass to make it easier to get out.

Scrub · 08-23-2003, 08:12 PM

Thanks Guys,

I got it done, But putting it back is gonna be a real test of my patience.

Patience! hell, I ain't no doctor, what do I need Patience for!

bobs409 · 08-24-2003, 08:41 AM

I suggest removing every bolt/screw you find! I've done many so it's easy to me now.

I agree with the others, wing has to come out first. By loosening up everything else, you can slide the main window back on it's track which helps aid in the removal of the wing.

Take your time and have Patience ! LOL

short step · 08-24-2003, 08:26 PM

take the vent screws out and turn it sideways.crank the window up all the way and slide the window off the rollers.works easyer if the felt&wiper are out.tape the frame when you put it back together so you do less damage to the paint

08-23-2003, 10:57 AM	#1
Scrub Collector of rusty Items Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Sisters,Oregon USA Posts: 731	Getting the !@#% windows out of a door OK, I give up. There has got to be an easy way to do this. I am salvaging the guts out of (2) 72 doors. I got all the screws out, but the rest of it seems to be a Chinese puzzle. Thanks in advance. __________________ Scrub Sisters, Oregon - Home of the Sisters Rodeo. 70 GMC 1,000,000 + miles 72 K-20 project, 456 Dana60 front, Corp14 rear w/locker, 265R19.5 tires 20-ply. Warn 12k winches both ends, Cross-over steering with raised tie-rod, Powerbox steering, 4500 watt 120-AC power, Air, Hydraulic aux power, 4 inch lift, 5000 lb air-bags both ends.

08-23-2003, 11:03 AM	#2
jamie72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: madison indiana Posts: 3,839	have you taken the vent windows out yet..needthem out before the window will come out. __________________ jamie72 72 BB cheyenne -- Restoration getting started.. member #807 http://www.myspace.com/whitetailobsession www.antlertalk.com

08-23-2003, 11:33 AM	#3
Scrub Collector of rusty Items Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Sisters,Oregon USA Posts: 731	Well, I got the first one apart, but there has got to be an easier way. I'm thinking that I should leave some of the screws in like maybe the regulator until I get the glass out. Correct me please 1) roll the damn glass down before you remove all the screws. 2) pull the rub trim where the window goes into the door 3) Get the wing window out 4) fight the glass out without using a hammer 5) take all the rest of the stuff out. I will see if that works any better. __________________ Scrub Sisters, Oregon - Home of the Sisters Rodeo. 70 GMC 1,000,000 + miles 72 K-20 project, 456 Dana60 front, Corp14 rear w/locker, 265R19.5 tires 20-ply. Warn 12k winches both ends, Cross-over steering with raised tie-rod, Powerbox steering, 4500 watt 120-AC power, Air, Hydraulic aux power, 4 inch lift, 5000 lb air-bags both ends.

08-23-2003, 02:10 PM	#5
73stepside Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Moore OK 73160 Posts: 974	i turned the vents side ways. took out the window crank mechanism and pulled the glass out after i wrestled the vent window out __________________ 04 GMC Sierra RCSS 70 CST LWB 04 HD Sportster 1200 Custom

08-23-2003, 02:43 PM	#6
Southpa Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Victoria, BC, Canada Posts: 2,410	We really got to get the search mode back in operation. I've posted LOTS of info on windows in the past while it was still fresh in my mind. I've forgotten most of it now. I do remember one thing that isn't in the instructions in Haynes. And that is to loosen the track for the main window before inserting the vent window. Its much easier when you have lots of play in adjoining parts. __________________ 1970 GMC 1500 Custom Original 350/TH350 Victoria, BC, Canada You can wish in one hand and crap in the other. See which one gets filled first.

08-23-2003, 11:50 AM	#4
Phillip Johnson Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Grants Pass, Oregon Posts: 1,580	OH yes.. The vent windows must come out!

08-23-2003, 04:00 PM	#7
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	What southpa said.Loosen the screws at the bottom of the rear track.If you look inside the door you will be able to see where the window rollers fit thru a groove in the track.This is the place to get the rollers out.I tilt the glass to make it easier to get out. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

08-23-2003, 08:12 PM	#8
Scrub Collector of rusty Items Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Sisters,Oregon USA Posts: 731	Thanks Guys, I got it done, But putting it back is gonna be a real test of my patience. Patience! hell, I ain't no doctor, what do I need Patience for! __________________ Scrub Sisters, Oregon - Home of the Sisters Rodeo. 70 GMC 1,000,000 + miles 72 K-20 project, 456 Dana60 front, Corp14 rear w/locker, 265R19.5 tires 20-ply. Warn 12k winches both ends, Cross-over steering with raised tie-rod, Powerbox steering, 4500 watt 120-AC power, Air, Hydraulic aux power, 4 inch lift, 5000 lb air-bags both ends.

08-24-2003, 08:41 AM	#9
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	I suggest removing every bolt/screw you find! I've done many so it's easy to me now. I agree with the others, wing has to come out first. By loosening up everything else, you can slide the main window back on it's track which helps aid in the removal of the wing. Take your time and have Patience ! LOL __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10

08-24-2003, 08:26 PM	#10
short step Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Ludlow,MA Posts: 145	take the vent screws out and turn it sideways.crank the window up all the way and slide the window off the rollers.works easyer if the felt&wiper are out.tape the frame when you put it back together so you do less damage to the paint



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