HELP! I need Correct Custom Windshield Weatherstip - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

NoNeck · 07-23-2012, 05:31 PM

Hey guys -

Trust me, I searched the forums, but couldn't find a source and part number for the CORRECT windshield rubber for a '70 GMC with custom trim. The windshield has the wide stainless moldings that insert into the rubber gasket.

We ordered one from LMC Trucks specifically for the 1970 GMC Custom. The part number was 38-5912, and clearly listed in the catalog for this truck. The windshield installer looked at it today and said it wouldn't work (after he had removed the old windshield). It had the slot for the trim, but it was 1/8" too shallow, and didn't have the "L" channel near the bottom. I talked to a lady at LMC Trucks who had absolutely NO CLUE about what I was talking about. She said it is either the 38-5912 or 38-5910. The 38-5910 has a slot that is only 3/8" deep. She suggested that I just replace it with the Standard windshield weatherstripping. Nice...

I have attached a couple of photos showing measurements for the stainless trim as well as a photo of my old windshield rubber.

If a Vendor, or someone who has solved this problem in the past could point me in the right direction, I would REALLY appreciate it.

Thanks!

NoNeck

**Classic Bowties** · 07-23-2012, 05:55 PM

Look for precision seal #WCR685, all of the local area glass guys prefer & ask for this brand. Below are the other precision 67-72 pu part numbers for front and rear glass with or without trim. Mel

#WBL685 / 67-72 front w/o trim.
#WCR685 / 67-70 front w/trim.
#WCR685A / 71-72 front w/trim.

#WBLD1092T / 68-72 rear w/o trim & 67 only w/panoramic.
#WCR1092T / 68-72 rear w/trim & 67 only w/panoramic.

**special-K** · 07-23-2012, 10:06 PM

They gave you the 71/72 rubber.

PAWS 72 · 07-23-2012, 11:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NoNeck

Hey guys -

Trust me, I searched the forums, but couldn't find a source and part number for the CORRECT windshield rubber for a '70 GMC with custom trim. The windshield has the wide stainless moldings that insert into the rubber gasket.

We ordered one from LMC Trucks specifically for the 1970 GMC Custom. The part number was 38-5912, and clearly listed in the catalog for this truck. The windshield installer looked at it today and said it wouldn't work (after he had removed the old windshield). It had the slot for the trim, but it was 1/8" too shallow, and didn't have the "L" channel near the bottom. I talked to a lady at LMC Trucks who had absolutely NO CLUE about what I was talking about. She said it is either the 38-5912 or 38-5910. The 38-5910 has a slot that is only 3/8" deep. She suggested that I just replace it with the Standard windshield weatherstripping. Nice...

I have attached a couple of photos showing measurements for the stainless trim as well as a photo of my old windshield rubber.

If a Vendor, or someone who has solved this problem in the past could point me in the right direction, I would REALLY appreciate it.

Thanks!

NoNeck

Precision only fits.Last year when I ordered mine I had forgot everyone told me to get Precision that that is the only one that will work,long story short.One girl there said she would have someone from R&D to get with me,they still haven't called.She told me the same thing also.I've thrown 3 rubbers away that came from them also.
Call and ask for reinstall fee and money back for rubber like I did.But keep the bill the glass guy give you.

oklalawnboy · 07-23-2012, 11:56 PM

I would check with GMC Pauls. Got the one for my 72 and it worked great. I'm sure he must have one for the 70.

bobs409 · 07-24-2012, 06:33 AM

69/70 is the one you need. 71/72 went to a trim that has a shorter leg on the back.

PRECISION brand ONLY!!!!!!!!!!!

**CC69Rat** · 07-24-2012, 08:59 AM

Pop -- I sent a message to Paul, let's see what he says. We'll find the right one.

**derotoreut** · 07-24-2012, 09:20 AM

Definitely use Precision brand. I just installed mine yesterday and so far so good. I used the standard rubber. I removed the deluxe rubber and trim and still have it, which are in excellent shape. I just wanted the standard trim for my look. I'll probably post the deluxe rubber and trim on the classifieds. Someone might be interested.

NoNeck · 07-25-2012, 07:15 PM

Thanks for everyone's help. We ordered the weatherstrip from Precision today. It was almost double the price of the one we got from LMC. Maybe it will be worth the price. I'll let you know how it goes.

NoNeck

07-23-2012, 05:31 PM	#1
NoNeck Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 1,108	HELP! I need Correct Custom Windshield Weatherstip Hey guys - Trust me, I searched the forums, but couldn't find a source and part number for the CORRECT windshield rubber for a '70 GMC with custom trim. The windshield has the wide stainless moldings that insert into the rubber gasket. We ordered one from LMC Trucks specifically for the 1970 GMC Custom. The part number was 38-5912, and clearly listed in the catalog for this truck. The windshield installer looked at it today and said it wouldn't work (after he had removed the old windshield). It had the slot for the trim, but it was 1/8" too shallow, and didn't have the "L" channel near the bottom. I talked to a lady at LMC Trucks who had absolutely NO CLUE about what I was talking about. She said it is either the 38-5912 or 38-5910. The 38-5910 has a slot that is only 3/8" deep. She suggested that I just replace it with the Standard windshield weatherstripping. Nice... I have attached a couple of photos showing measurements for the stainless trim as well as a photo of my old windshield rubber. If a Vendor, or someone who has solved this problem in the past could point me in the right direction, I would REALLY appreciate it. Thanks! NoNeck Attached Images __________________ 2016 RAM Laramie HEMI 1966 Fairlane GT/A, 390/335 HP If it costs you a dollar to make a friend, KEEP THE DOLLAR. If it costs you a friend to make a dollar, KEEP THE FRIEND.

07-23-2012, 05:55 PM	#2
Classic Bowties Always on the hunt... Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Portland, OR. Posts: 5,764	Re: HELP! I need Correct Custom Windshield Weatherstip Look for precision seal #WCR685, all of the local area glass guys prefer & ask for this brand. Below are the other precision 67-72 pu part numbers for front and rear glass with or without trim. Mel #WBL685 / 67-72 front w/o trim. #WCR685 / 67-70 front w/trim. #WCR685A / 71-72 front w/trim. #WBLD1092T / 68-72 rear w/o trim & 67 only w/panoramic. #WCR1092T / 68-72 rear w/trim & 67 only w/panoramic.

07-23-2012, 10:06 PM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: HELP! I need Correct Custom Windshield Weatherstip They gave you the 71/72 rubber. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

07-23-2012, 11:56 PM	#5
oklalawnboy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Glencoe Alabama Posts: 510	Re: HELP! I need Correct Custom Windshield Weatherstip I would check with GMC Pauls. Got the one for my 72 and it worked great. I'm sure he must have one for the 70. __________________ 72 Cheyenne super 10 08 3500 HD 4dr dually 12 ford flex (wifes ride) 76 Monte Carlo 83 Chevy short wide Silverado 96 Mazda Miata, 2000 Allegro Bus

07-24-2012, 06:33 AM	#6
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	Re: HELP! I need Correct Custom Windshield Weatherstip 69/70 is the one you need. 71/72 went to a trim that has a shorter leg on the back. PRECISION brand ONLY!!!!!!!!!!! __________________ 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

07-24-2012, 08:59 AM	#7
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,214	Re: HELP! I need Correct Custom Windshield Weatherstip Pop -- I sent a message to Paul, let's see what he says. We'll find the right one. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

07-24-2012, 09:20 AM	#8
derotoreut Roto Reuter thats the name... Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Darien, NY Posts: 1,853	Re: HELP! I need Correct Custom Windshield Weatherstip Definitely use Precision brand. I just installed mine yesterday and so far so good. I used the standard rubber. I removed the deluxe rubber and trim and still have it, which are in excellent shape. I just wanted the standard trim for my look. I'll probably post the deluxe rubber and trim on the classifieds. Someone might be interested. Attached Images __________________ ~ Dan My 70 K10 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=782232 My 71 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651394 1970 SWB Fleet K10 4X4, 5.3L LM7, 4L60E, Dakota Digital RTX, Vintage Air, Ididit tilt 1971 SWB Fleet C10 - Original SWB Arizona truck, new custom restoration project "Kick out your motor and drive while you're still alive - kick it out!" - Heart 1977

07-25-2012, 07:15 PM	#9
NoNeck Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 1,108	Re: HELP! I need Correct Custom Windshield Weatherstip Thanks for everyone's help. We ordered the weatherstrip from Precision today. It was almost double the price of the one we got from LMC. Maybe it will be worth the price. I'll let you know how it goes. NoNeck __________________ 2016 RAM Laramie HEMI 1966 Fairlane GT/A, 390/335 HP If it costs you a dollar to make a friend, KEEP THE DOLLAR. If it costs you a friend to make a dollar, KEEP THE FRIEND.



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