The more I learn...the more puzzled I become!

[Beach-Burban]

Sorry for my absence…I’ve been focusing on helping my daughter acquire her first home in Tennessee and in doing so, I’ve donated my “Suburban Fund” in full! I will only be working on non-cost (or low-cost) items for a while until my account builds itself back up some! I’ve identified a probable source for my “tuning issues” regarding the EFI conversion…fuel tank venting, which will require more than just changing the filler cap so I’m going to put that on the back burner a little bit longer.

I do have a sore spot I’d like to address and luckily, I purchased most everything I’ll need to put it back together a while ago. The view from the rear looks like the window is shattered, caused by the ancient “spray-on” window tint that has baked over the decades. It won’t come off with conventional processes, so I’ve removed the window to see what else I can try? Not shown in these pictures is that I have also removed the rear hatch from the hinges to address the rust around the window flange. I’ll post a follow-up as things progress.

Woody

This picture doesn’t come close to showing how bad it really looks!


The rubber retaining bead was so brittle that it came out in little pieces!


After cutting off the outer lip, the window was easily removed and the rubber seal was unexpectedly very flexible!


The view looks better already!


The lip will require some extra attention, but I’ve seen others with far worse rot!

[LockDoc]

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A first home is a big deal for anyone. Glad to hear she is able to get that done, it's not easy now days. Good for you for helping her out. There will be plenty of time for the truck.

I would say you got pretty lucky on the rear hatch rust.... Just keep plugging away at it.

[BAD1916]

If you have any issues getting that window cleaned up I have a window that is in great shape that is free to a good home. I went barn doors and sold the hatch and still have the glass. I’m not too far from you in Camarillo.

[Beach-Burban]

Originally Posted by BAD1916

If you have any issues getting that window cleaned up I have a window that is in great shape that is free to a good home. I went barn doors and sold the hatch and still have the glass. I’m not too far from you in Camarillo.

That’s a very generous offer…the tint on the glass is fighting with me a lot, so I’ll PM you for details! Thanks!

Woody

[LockDoc]

Originally Posted by BAD1916

If you have any issues getting that window cleaned up I have a window that is in great shape that is free to a good home. I went barn doors and sold the hatch and still have the glass. I’m not too far from you in Camarillo.

Nice gesture. That's what makes this board such a great place to hang out.....
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[BAD1916]

Yes sir. This is a great community.happy to contribute a little

[Beach-Burban]

Originally Posted by LockDoc

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A first home is a big deal for anyone. Glad to hear she is able to get that done, it's not easy now days. Good for you for helping her out. There will be plenty of time for the truck.

I would say you got pretty lucky on the rear hatch rust.... Just keep plugging away at it.

Thanks Leon…it was a struggle for them, but hopefully this will help plant their feet on solid ground!

Woody

[HO455]

Originally Posted by LockDoc

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A first home is a big deal for anyone. Glad to hear she is able to get that done, it's not easy now days. Good for you for helping her out. There will be plenty of time for the truck.

I would say you got pretty lucky on the rear hatch rust.... Just keep plugging away at it.

What Doc said times two!