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Old 05-11-2004, 07:23 AM   #1
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78 vs 85 Windshield??

Any chance a 78 windshield is the same as a 85?
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Old 05-11-2004, 08:20 AM   #2
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I am pretty sure they are...not only that, but all windshield weatherstripping is the same for 73-87 years.
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Old 05-11-2004, 08:40 AM   #3
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Yes, the winshield in my 84 previously resided in a 76.
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Old 05-11-2004, 09:03 AM   #4
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The only difference I know in any of the windshields is the tint, and the internal anteanna. A true "one size fits all" glass...
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Old 05-11-2004, 10:30 AM   #5
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Cool! I think I'll pull this free one out just in case I need one in the future..

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Old 05-11-2004, 10:54 AM   #6
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Is it in perfect condition? If not, it will crack when you pull it. The one in my 77 had a tiny star chip in it, so we asked the glass guy to save it for a shop truck that had a shattered glass. He said he would try, but they always break. It did!
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Old 05-11-2004, 02:05 PM   #7
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I've taken windshields out of vehicles before, without them breaking. The trick is to cut the weather stripping/seal with a razor. Cut around the entire perimeter, so you can see the edge of the glass. Then I should just push right out.
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Old 05-11-2004, 02:38 PM   #8
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That may be why mine didn't come out in one piece. I just wanted a new windshield and chrome insert. Since t he rubber was new, so we didn't cut it.
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Old 05-11-2004, 02:59 PM   #9
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I was planning on cutting the rubber. I know I would break it if I tried to save the rubber also.
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