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J Knight · 11-04-2011, 03:07 PM

With new vent window assemblies at $350+ per side, Im going to have to just restore mine. Has any one done this?

walkerb · 11-04-2011, 05:13 PM

No I havent. I would assume that you would just start with a bunch of vent windows and combine them into one?

This is interesting.

Cant remeber if LMC sells parts for them or just the whole assembly.

Keep us posted if you start this

westie 666 · 11-04-2011, 06:04 PM

wow....2 years ago they were $105.00

Bad Karma · 11-04-2011, 06:06 PM

I remember paying about $75 for one from LMC several years ago. Guess I better be more careful with it...

J Knight · 11-04-2011, 07:59 PM

LMC sells the whole assembly, or the gasket, or the spring. Thats about it.

Goldfinger · 11-04-2011, 08:07 PM

one piece glass is sounds like a good idea when vent windows are that much

J Knight · 11-04-2011, 08:40 PM

MY PO siliconed my vent windows shut to prevent wind noise. LOL
Im going to replace my rubber weather striping but you have to remove the rivet to do it but you can get a replacement rivet. I dont know how to reinstall the new "special" rivet, never seen one like it anywhere else.

I have no intention of installing a one piece glass, it looks like the door loses strength.

westie 666 · 11-04-2011, 09:20 PM

you can buy the rivet kit with rivet tool

Got mine from Car and Truck shop

john_p · 11-05-2011, 03:50 AM

i noticed that price myself.. i am watching the junkyards,, i could see 350 for both is they add power and remote,, i will keep mine, hated when detroit took then away

motornut · 11-05-2011, 11:25 AM

i asked about some used $50. each in Junk Yard
as my 78's were bad, found my used 89 were better shape and locked too
depending how you want it to look,some newer used ones might be ok

jdheff1982 · 11-05-2011, 02:02 PM

My driver side vent needs some help. It is missing the bottom piece that goes into the the door as a swivel point. Can't get that unless I buy a new kit.

motornut · 11-05-2011, 03:26 PM

I see,ok

Jonboy · 11-05-2011, 09:43 PM

I have always cruised the pick a parts and looked for newer Suburbans. I tried to redo the ones on my '73 and it was a major PITA. Never again.

TDS-MN · 11-06-2011, 09:05 AM

I replaced my drivers side one that broke, with a salvage yard find. I thought about trying to repair the original, but it almost looks like the pivot point for the hinge, was originally one piece with the glass frame itself. It was hard to tell exactly since mine was so rusty.

Not saying repair couldn't be done, but I think it would be a big job. I totally understand the desire though, as the price for buying a new replacement is a little ridiculous.

wideopen1967 · 11-04-2014, 08:47 PM

Maybe this can help someone out,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9By0gl6VeE

tucsonjwt · 11-04-2014, 10:29 PM

I have seen lots of used vent window assemblies for sale on Ebay for not much money.

LilD · 11-05-2014, 01:50 AM

My drivers side vent window is plexiglass glass from p.o. and the frame is bent. I've found a couple in salvage yards because there's no way I can come up with the money for new parts

68Timber · 11-05-2014, 04:05 PM

Someone here rebuilt their vent windows and did a fairly comprehensive write up w/plenty of good pics. I just did a quick search but couldn't find it. Maybe someone will remember who it was or possibly saved the link. All I really remember about it was they used petroleum jelly to massage the new seals into the original frame.

68Timber · 11-05-2014, 04:12 PM

Found it: LINK

gramps77 · 11-05-2014, 04:29 PM

Sent mine to Precision and they looked BRAND NEW when I got em back.

Im sure he'll pop up on here. OUTSTANDING work

68Timber · 11-05-2014, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gramps77

Sent mine to Precision and they looked BRAND NEW when I got em back.

Im sure he'll pop up on here. OUTSTANDING work

Do you mind saying how much they charged to rebuild them?

Big Dawgs 86 · 11-06-2014, 04:22 AM

I also want to know the cost.. I'm getting ready to do mine

GMC Guy · 11-09-2014, 02:57 PM

x3. would also like to know cost for rebuild

**Precision Parts** · 11-10-2014, 02:46 PM

Hey Guys,

Cost of rebuild is $237.48 per side. We do not have anymore assemblies in stock so you will need to send yours to us. Core refund of $60 per side would then take it down to $177.48 per side.

If that pivot bolt at the bottom (where the spring is) is broken, it can be welded back on BUT, it is a difficult weld to repair. Send me a PM and I'll get you in touch with our builder to discuss your options.

If you want to tackle the job yourself, I urge you to watch the 1pc/2pc comparison video below. I still get lots of people ordering the wrong style. This is critical in doing a quality job!

Let me know if you have any questions.
Derek

1981-1987(91) Chevy Truck Vent Assembly...

mitch_04 · 11-10-2014, 11:59 PM

I'm planning on going 1 piece on my current, but have another build planned with vents. Price seems reasonable!

11-04-2011, 03:07 PM	#1
J Knight Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Baytown TX Posts: 2,219	Vent window assembly restoration?? With new vent window assemblies at $350+ per side, Im going to have to just restore mine. Has any one done this? __________________ John 82 Chevy Silverado 350ci/TH350

11-04-2011, 05:13 PM	#2
walkerb Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Rochester NY Posts: 831	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? No I havent. I would assume that you would just start with a bunch of vent windows and combine them into one? This is interesting. Cant remeber if LMC sells parts for them or just the whole assembly. Keep us posted if you start this __________________ 1973 k20 Suburban 350 1974 Custom stepside c-10 250 1975 Chevy stepside 454 1986 K30 Crewcab SRW 350 R.I.P- glimmertwin01- board member and good friend, you will be missed

11-04-2011, 06:04 PM	#3
westie 666 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: AUCKLAND NZ Posts: 264	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? wow....2 years ago they were $105.00 __________________ 77 Cheyenne no longer in bits

11-04-2011, 06:06 PM	#4
Bad Karma Magnificent bastard Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 196	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? I remember paying about $75 for one from LMC several years ago. Guess I better be more careful with it... __________________ 1977 Big Block Burb

11-04-2011, 07:59 PM	#5
J Knight Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Baytown TX Posts: 2,219	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? LMC sells the whole assembly, or the gasket, or the spring. Thats about it. __________________ John 82 Chevy Silverado 350ci/TH350

11-04-2011, 08:07 PM	#6
Goldfinger Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: laurel hill Fl Posts: 645	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? one piece glass is sounds like a good idea when vent windows are that much __________________ 1985 C10 Custom Deluxe LWB 305/700r4 [ Goldfinger ] 1999 k3500 crew cab dually 6.5tdi/4l80e

11-04-2011, 08:40 PM	#7
J Knight Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Baytown TX Posts: 2,219	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? MY PO siliconed my vent windows shut to prevent wind noise. LOL Im going to replace my rubber weather striping but you have to remove the rivet to do it but you can get a replacement rivet. I dont know how to reinstall the new "special" rivet, never seen one like it anywhere else. I have no intention of installing a one piece glass, it looks like the door loses strength. __________________ John 82 Chevy Silverado 350ci/TH350

11-04-2011, 09:20 PM	#8
westie 666 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: AUCKLAND NZ Posts: 264	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? you can buy the rivet kit with rivet tool Got mine from Car and Truck shop __________________ 77 Cheyenne no longer in bits

11-05-2011, 03:50 AM	#9
john_p Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Bradley, South Carolina Posts: 277	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? i noticed that price myself.. i am watching the junkyards,, i could see 350 for both is they add power and remote,, i will keep mine, hated when detroit took then away

11-05-2011, 11:25 AM	#10
motornut 78K & 79C Jimmys Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Ottawa Ont CANADA Posts: 7,901	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? i asked about some used $50. each in Junk Yard as my 78's were bad, found my used 89 were better shape and locked too depending how you want it to look,some newer used ones might be ok __________________ John 1978 GMCJimmy4X4-350/203 1979 GMCJimmy4X2-305/350

11-05-2011, 02:02 PM	#11
jdheff1982 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 318	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? My driver side vent needs some help. It is missing the bottom piece that goes into the the door as a swivel point. Can't get that unless I buy a new kit. __________________ Project and Truck Specs: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=483381

11-05-2011, 03:26 PM	#12
motornut 78K & 79C Jimmys Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Ottawa Ont CANADA Posts: 7,901	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? I see,ok __________________ John 1978 GMCJimmy4X4-350/203 1979 GMCJimmy4X2-305/350

11-05-2011, 09:43 PM	#13
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? I have always cruised the pick a parts and looked for newer Suburbans. I tried to redo the ones on my '73 and it was a major PITA. Never again. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

11-06-2011, 09:05 AM	#14
TDS-MN Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Mpls, MN USA Posts: 151	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? I replaced my drivers side one that broke, with a salvage yard find. I thought about trying to repair the original, but it almost looks like the pivot point for the hinge, was originally one piece with the glass frame itself. It was hard to tell exactly since mine was so rusty. Not saying repair couldn't be done, but I think it would be a big job. I totally understand the desire though, as the price for buying a new replacement is a little ridiculous. __________________ TomS. '98 S-10 Blazer 4dr 4wd - 4.3, AT, stock & '85 K-10 w/ 305, 700r4, np208, and RUST! SOLD Dec 2014

11-04-2014, 08:47 PM	#15
wideopen1967 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: New Bern NC Posts: 142	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? Maybe this can help someone out, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9By0gl6VeE



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11-04-2014, 10:29 PM	#16
tucsonjwt Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 3,189	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? I have seen lots of used vent window assemblies for sale on Ebay for not much money.

11-05-2014, 01:50 AM	#17
LilD Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 186	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? My drivers side vent window is plexiglass glass from p.o. and the frame is bent. I've found a couple in salvage yards because there's no way I can come up with the money for new parts

11-05-2014, 04:05 PM	#18
68Timber I know the pieces fit Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: MONTGOMERY, AL Posts: 5,523	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? Someone here rebuilt their vent windows and did a fairly comprehensive write up w/plenty of good pics. I just did a quick search but couldn't find it. Maybe someone will remember who it was or possibly saved the link. All I really remember about it was they used petroleum jelly to massage the new seals into the original frame. __________________ John 79 2wd Blazer (Bruiser) 85 M1009 Blazer (Sarge) build 74 Honda Z50 build

11-05-2014, 04:12 PM	#19
68Timber I know the pieces fit Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: MONTGOMERY, AL Posts: 5,523	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? Found it: LINK __________________ John 79 2wd Blazer (Bruiser) 85 M1009 Blazer (Sarge) build 74 Honda Z50 build

11-05-2014, 04:29 PM	#20
gramps77 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Plumas Lake, CA Posts: 386	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? Sent mine to Precision and they looked BRAND NEW when I got em back. Im sure he'll pop up on here. OUTSTANDING work

11-06-2014, 04:22 AM	#22
Big Dawgs 86 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bakersfield Ca. Posts: 46	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? I also want to know the cost.. I'm getting ready to do mine __________________ Working on my 2001 Chevy 1500 4x4...

11-09-2014, 02:57 PM	#23
GMC Guy Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 913	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? x3. would also like to know cost for rebuild __________________ Greg 1974 GMC 1/2 Ton SWB Fleetside L33 5.3/4l65e .................__ ............._____l __\__ ..............l_(O)_ l___(O)]

11-10-2014, 11:59 PM	#25
mitch_04 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Platte, SD Posts: 62	Re: Vent window assembly restoration?? I'm planning on going 1 piece on my current, but have another build planned with vents. Price seems reasonable!

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