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bluex · 09-25-2013, 04:52 PM

I need to swap my windshield out soon an was looking for any tips, tricks or advice you guys have. I have a nice used windshield an plan on reusing the seal on the truck now with it.

Please don't say call a glass company, i have they all want at least $100 to come put it in which isn't in my budget. It has to be done soon because i got a fix it ticket for it.
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**old Rusty C10** · 09-25-2013, 07:24 PM

watch the LMC gaskets the one I have split in a year

tucsonjwt · 09-25-2013, 08:35 PM

Good videos to look at on YouTube, especially the one from Precision.

bluex · 09-25-2013, 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by old Rusty C10

watch the LMC gaskets the one I have split in a year

Thanks for the heads up, I'll keep that in mind. Planning on reusing the gasket currently on the cracked windshield this time...

Jonboy · 09-26-2013, 12:25 AM

The key is to get a lockstrip tool, and use lots of soapy water/glass cleaner/etc. for lube. The chrome lockstrips seem to petrify in place, so plan on getting another one. The black ones seem to stay fairly pliable if you can score one from a junk yard.

Pull the lockstrip out, and put pressure on the windshield to help it from under the weatherstrip. Once it is out, clean the area up and set the bottom of the new windshield in. slowly work the edge of the gasket back around the new windshield. Pat the glass with an open palm- too much pressure will make it crack. You may have to work the top of the seal around the windshield, but make sure not to force anything. Gentle pressure and patience will get it done. Once the glass is in the seal, you just have to install the lockstrip.

KQQL IT · 09-26-2013, 02:31 AM

You could also cheat. And not re install the lock strip and drive it to a glass shop to install the lock strip. I broke a new windshield because of not having that tool...

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ironroad9c1 · 09-26-2013, 06:22 AM

also use dish soap to lube the seal..

09-25-2013, 04:52 PM	#1
bluex Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Spartanburg, SC Posts: 1,963	windshield install tips. I need to swap my windshield out soon an was looking for any tips, tricks or advice you guys have. I have a nice used windshield an plan on reusing the seal on the truck now with it. Please don't say call a glass company, i have they all want at least $100 to come put it in which isn't in my budget. It has to be done soon because i got a fix it ticket for it. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Paul '78 GMC Serria 15 Heavy Half. 361/NV3500/3.73. Former LWB NV3500 swap Trailing arm swap '98 ECSB Z71 daily driver -traded '03 burb. Family cruiser http://upstategmtrucks.com/

09-25-2013, 07:24 PM	#2
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,313	Re: windshield install tips. watch the LMC gaskets the one I have split in a year __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

09-25-2013, 08:35 PM	#3
tucsonjwt Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 3,189	Re: windshield install tips. Good videos to look at on YouTube, especially the one from Precision.

09-26-2013, 12:25 AM	#5
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: windshield install tips. The key is to get a lockstrip tool, and use lots of soapy water/glass cleaner/etc. for lube. The chrome lockstrips seem to petrify in place, so plan on getting another one. The black ones seem to stay fairly pliable if you can score one from a junk yard. Pull the lockstrip out, and put pressure on the windshield to help it from under the weatherstrip. Once it is out, clean the area up and set the bottom of the new windshield in. slowly work the edge of the gasket back around the new windshield. Pat the glass with an open palm- too much pressure will make it crack. You may have to work the top of the seal around the windshield, but make sure not to force anything. Gentle pressure and patience will get it done. Once the glass is in the seal, you just have to install the lockstrip. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

09-26-2013, 02:31 AM	#6
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,260	Re: windshield install tips. You could also cheat. And not re install the lock strip and drive it to a glass shop to install the lock strip. I broke a new windshield because of not having that tool... http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewi...d=310732016210Posted via Mobile Device __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

09-26-2013, 06:22 AM	#7
ironroad9c1 Master Hater Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Temple,Tx. Posts: 402	Re: windshield install tips. also use dish soap to lube the seal.. __________________ 1997 C1500 ECSB 4.3/NV3500 8.5 3.42 "This evening, all of you bleeding hearts... why don't just go ahead and hug yourself for the next 20 minutes or so, because there's a really good chance you're gonna be offended".- Captain Owen Honors



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