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gramps77 · 04-03-2015, 09:15 PM

So I had Precision replace my vent seals and the passenger side is dead silent. Driver side, not so much. I can see that it doesn't seat as deeply in the seal and assume that's whats causing the issue. Is there a way to adjust them?

Titomars · 04-03-2015, 11:39 PM

odds are your vent latch is just worn out or bent slightly. Either problem is corrected by replacing the latch assembly.

Swed-Chevy · 04-05-2015, 12:34 AM

My vent seals on my -83 are leaking a lot.The rubber have big cracks.Is it possible to replace the rubber without taking the window frame out ?

gramps77 · 04-05-2015, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Titomars

odds are your vent latch is just worn out or bent slightly. Either problem is corrected by replacing the latch assembly.

Latch is new and not worn out. It does look as though it doesn't pull in enough though. Does the lower spring pivot adjust at all? Just wanted to ask before pulling the door panel all apart.

Titomars · 04-05-2015, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by gramps77

Latch is new and not worn out. It does look as though it doesn't pull in enough though. Does the lower spring pivot adjust at all? Just wanted to ask before pulling the door panel all apart.

Well it was just a suggestion. 9 out 10 times that is the fix. a couple of other things you could check is the wrong seal used in the vent latch anchor to the glass. The is a couple of different thickness seals. Also the vent hinges might be worn.

**TKCR** · 04-05-2015, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Swed-Chevy

My vent seals on my -83 are leaking a lot.The rubber have big cracks.Is it possible to replace the rubber without taking the window frame out ?

Swed, it will have to come out.

**MikeB** · 04-05-2015, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Swed-Chevy

My vent seals on my -83 are leaking a lot.The rubber have big cracks.Is it possible to replace the rubber without taking the window frame out ?

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Originally Posted by TKCR

Swed, it will have to come out.

And you might as well replace the door glass channel and window seals (fuzzies) while you have everything apart.

YouTube has several (maybe several hundred!) videos on how to do the job, some much better than others.

**TKCR** · 04-05-2015, 06:06 PM

That's what I plan on doing with mine. They have all sorts of bundles for whatever need you have.

http://www.usa1industries.com/1973-1...therstrip-kit/

**MikeB** · 04-05-2015, 11:24 PM

I'm in the process of doing mine using parts from ClassicParts.com. Good prices, fast shipping, and helpful phone support. I think these guys bought Chevy Duty Truck Parts, a catalog vendor from back in the day when you'd mail or phone-in an order.

Swed-Chevy · 04-06-2015, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by MikeB

And you might as well replace the door glass channel and window seals (fuzzies) while you have everything apart.

YouTube has several (maybe several hundred!) videos on how to do the job, some much better than others.

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Originally Posted by TKCR

Swed, it will have to come out.

Thanks for answer,looking for some better doors.The window seals and channels are worn out as well.

04-03-2015, 09:15 PM	#1
gramps77 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Plumas Lake, CA Posts: 386	how to adjust vent window with new seals So I had Precision replace my vent seals and the passenger side is dead silent. Driver side, not so much. I can see that it doesn't seat as deeply in the seal and assume that's whats causing the issue. Is there a way to adjust them?

04-03-2015, 11:39 PM	#2
Titomars Registered User Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Santa Rosa, Ca. Posts: 539	Re: how to adjust vent window with new seals odds are your vent latch is just worn out or bent slightly. Either problem is corrected by replacing the latch assembly. __________________ 1977 Chevrolet C/10 Silverado. Step-Side, Factory 454, TH400, 3.73 Posi 12 Bolt. 1975 Chevrolet El Camino. 350, TH400, 3.08 Posi 10 Bolt.

04-05-2015, 12:34 AM	#3
Swed-Chevy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Sweden Posts: 114	Re: how to adjust vent window with new seals My vent seals on my -83 are leaking a lot.The rubber have big cracks.Is it possible to replace the rubber without taking the window frame out ? __________________ Chevrolet Cheyenne K2500HD 1992.350tbi.4L80E. GMC Sierra Custom C1500 1983. Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 -65. Volvo V70 -02 and BMW 523i T -99. Harley FXDF -08 and Harley FXDB -10. Honda Dirtbike Dominator -97 and a couple of tractors.

04-05-2015, 06:06 PM	#8
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,980	Re: how to adjust vent window with new seals That's what I plan on doing with mine. They have all sorts of bundles for whatever need you have. http://www.usa1industries.com/1973-1...therstrip-kit/

04-05-2015, 11:24 PM	#9
MikeB Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: North Texas Posts: 3,599	Re: how to adjust vent window with new seals I'm in the process of doing mine using parts from ClassicParts.com. Good prices, fast shipping, and helpful phone support. I think these guys bought Chevy Duty Truck Parts, a catalog vendor from back in the day when you'd mail or phone-in an order. __________________ Mike 1969 C10 LWB -- owned for 35 years. 350/TH350, 3.08 posi, 1st Gen Vintage Air, recent AAW wiring harness, 5-lug conversion, 1985 spindles and brakes. 1982 C10 SWB -- sold 1981 C10 Silverado LWB -- sold, but wish I still had it! 1969 C10 (not the current one) that I bought in the early 1980s. Paid $1200; sold for $1500 a few years later. Just a hint at the appreciation that was coming. Retired as a factory automation products salesman. Worked part-time over the years for an engine builder and a classic car repair shop. Member here for 24 years! This is the very first car/truck Internet forum I joined. I still used a dial-up modem back then!



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