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Re: 55-57 one piece windows
I repositioned the glass on the template by moving it up and just covering the top horizontal line (in effect doing what svr suggested w/o actually grinding it down) and the fit is much better, not perfect. The top radii fit better and the bottom looks about the same. I've got nothing to lose but try it and see how it fits. At least the bottom edges are larger than the template so they could be ground down. I need to re-read this thread and a couple of others and decide what felt channel to get. Here are the top pics "refitted".
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Re: 55-57 one piece windows
I didn't have much problem with the top fit of the glass but once the window is rolled up, I did notice some very small gaps on the front and rear edges.
I am still working on it. It may be solved with some shims to the U-channel and not require reworking the template. I'm not sure. I had to start packing up my garage to prep for a move so it will have to wait until i get back and settled. sux for now but it's a means to an end of having a nice big shop.
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Re: 55-57 one piece windows
Can you make a template out of 1/4" plywood to make it easier to play with? If you sand or grind on the glass don't let it get hot. I like to do it in water. I do a lot of mock ups in wood , it's easy to keep track of my angles and easy to work with. Just a thought.
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Re: 55-57 one piece windows
I found a copy of the one piece window template in my files if anyone wants it let me know.
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Re: 55-57 one piece windows
I am interested. Retiring in 10 days and going to start back up on my 57.
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LDO - welcome to the world of the retired. We pulled the plug 1 year ago and are having more fun than we imagined.
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