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Old 09-03-2024, 12:11 AM   #1
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71 blazer windshield frame usable?

What do you guys think I should/could do with this windshield frame? Do I need to patch in some areas of it? I know I've seen worse but just don't know what you guys have done with similar ones. Thanks!
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Old 09-03-2024, 07:29 AM   #2
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Unhappy Re: 71 blazer windshield frame usable?

That upper pinch weld has swelled with rust. That will need to be addressed before a seal goes on it. I'd be concerned with the upper interior section. That is a known problem area with these. Fortunately new panels are available.
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Old 09-03-2024, 11:09 AM   #3
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Re: 71 blazer windshield frame usable?

agreed, if the outside is like that the inside may be extremely thin or pin-holed up. If I recall, there are three layers of metal and the interior one is the one that really just rots away.
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Old 09-04-2024, 12:51 PM   #4
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Re: 71 blazer windshield frame usable?

Yeah, here are the inside corners of that frame. Doesn't look that bad but won't really know until I sand blast it I guess.
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Old 09-05-2024, 08:06 PM   #5
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Re: 71 blazer windshield frame usable?

I put a repo header in my blazer because it was too far gone. Start poking around with a screwdriver if you go through anywhere get rid of it.
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