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markeb01 · 01-27-2012, 11:18 PM

Does anyone know the history of the two different types of 1960-63 stainless windshield trim? Until recently I never realized there were two different designs. I picked up a set of the thin version and they measure ½” wide. They seem to have an equal amount of gasket showing on both sides of the trim like on a 64-66:

There is also a much wider style that appears to almost completely cover the gasket like these shots:

I’m curious if one was originally a GMC design and the other specific to Chevy, or was one or the other a unique 1960 design that changed sometime during the 60-63 production run? Or maybe different assembly plants used one style over the other?

I wonder why GM would go to the effort to redesign the trim when the 64 cab was right around the corner in regards to engineering/production lead time. Perhaps one style was easier to install?

**Captainfab** · 01-28-2012, 01:41 AM

It has been my experience that the wider trim was used on the GMC's.

padresag · 01-28-2012, 01:58 AM

I have a set from a 62 gmc and a set from a 66 chev and both are a 1/2" wide
ron

darkhorse970 · 01-28-2012, 08:06 AM

I'm tuned in and very curious now. I bought a set recently and was planning to try to determin the "best" gasket to use and get it installed soon.

markeb01 · 01-28-2012, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by darkhorse970

I'm tuned in and very curious now. I bought a set recently and was planning to try to determin the "best" gasket to use and get it installed soon.

I'm struggling with the best gasket problem as well. There are a lot of negative reviews but inconclusive on a brand without problems.

hd74 · 01-28-2012, 11:26 AM

i tried a cheap gasket but the installer had no luck with it. so i broke down and got one from steele products then the install went good it took three people and two were pros ,1962 gmc with ss trim.

Greg63 · 01-28-2012, 12:37 PM

If my windshield ever breaks I may consider driving without one rather than try to put in the gasket with trim again.
It is hard work but it looks great when it is in.
Greg.

markeb01 · 01-28-2012, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Greg63

If my windshield ever breaks I may consider driving without one rather than try to put in the gasket with trim again.
It is hard work but it looks great when it is in.
Greg.

Another thought I had is wondering if that beautiful wide trim substantially increases the difficulty of the installation. It seems like if would make the gasket much more inflexible and difficult to manipulate. It is certainly the prettier of the two designs.

I've installed many windshields in years past and I'll probably be doing this one myself, but I know what I'm in for. The last time I tried on this truck I failed, and that was with a gasket having no trim. I'm hoping the skinny trim may be a little bit easier. I just love what the windshield and side window trim does for your truck. I'm hoping the stainless sparkle will add a bit more luster to mine as well.

creep · 01-28-2012, 02:03 PM

My 63 GMC had the thin trim. I bought a cheap gasket that the installer could not get the trim back in. Later on I got a Steele Rubber gasket and had to wait 4 months while it was on backorder. 2 different shops couldn't get that gasket in either so I ended up having them order a gasket without the trim.

duallyjams · 01-28-2012, 07:22 PM

I pulled a wide trim off of a 60 Apache.

markeb01 · 01-29-2012, 12:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by creep

My 63 GMC had the thin trim. I bought a cheap gasket that the installer could not get the trim back in. Later on I got a Steele Rubber gasket and had to wait 4 months while it was on backorder. 2 different shops couldn't get that gasket in either so I ended up having them order a gasket without the trim.

Wow that sucks. I'm hoping I don't end up with the same result after going to the all the effort and expense it's going to require. Thanks for the input.

Greg63 · 01-29-2012, 09:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by markeb01

Another thought I had is wondering if that beautiful wide trim substantially increases the difficulty of the installation. It seems like if would make the gasket much more inflexible and difficult to manipulate. It is certainly the prettier of the two designs.

I've installed many windshields in years past and I'll probably be doing this one myself, but I know what I'm in for. The last time I tried on this truck I failed, and that was with a gasket having no trim. I'm hoping the skinny trim may be a little bit easier. I just love what the windshield and side window trim does for your truck. I'm hoping the stainless sparkle will add a bit more luster to mine as well.

I was shocked the first time I did mine (without trim) - it was so easy. I thought I would have broken or torn something. I believe it was like that because of re-using the existing gasket. Even when I switched out gaskets later on (another non-trim gasket) it went really well.
The difficulty lies in juggling the trim and keeping the gasket on the glass while installing in the opening. Four hands would have been better than two.
Greg

1963c-10 · 01-30-2012, 09:55 AM

It was my understanding that the wide trim was 60-61 and the thinner trim was 62-66. Could be wrong though.

ratskin · 02-01-2012, 05:32 PM

Just an FYI, there'll be a set of wide molding on Ebay.

padresag · 02-01-2012, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by ratskin

Just an FYI, there'll be a set of wide molding on Ebay.

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01-27-2012, 11:18 PM	#1
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	60-63 Windshield Trim Differences Does anyone know the history of the two different types of 1960-63 stainless windshield trim? Until recently I never realized there were two different designs. I picked up a set of the thin version and they measure ½” wide. They seem to have an equal amount of gasket showing on both sides of the trim like on a 64-66: There is also a much wider style that appears to almost completely cover the gasket like these shots: I’m curious if one was originally a GMC design and the other specific to Chevy, or was one or the other a unique 1960 design that changed sometime during the 60-63 production run? Or maybe different assembly plants used one style over the other? I wonder why GM would go to the effort to redesign the trim when the 64 cab was right around the corner in regards to engineering/production lead time. Perhaps one style was easier to install?

01-28-2012, 01:41 AM	#2
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: 60-63 Windshield Trim Differences It has been my experience that the wider trim was used on the GMC's. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

01-28-2012, 01:58 AM	#3
padresag Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Sidney,b.c. Posts: 4,425	Re: 60-63 Windshield Trim Differences I have a set from a 62 gmc and a set from a 66 chev and both are a 1/2" wide ron

01-28-2012, 08:06 AM	#4
darkhorse970 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Monroe, LA Posts: 2,105	Re: 60-63 Windshield Trim Differences I'm tuned in and very curious now. I bought a set recently and was planning to try to determin the "best" gasket to use and get it installed soon. __________________ Keith SOLD - 1963 C10 Short Fleet 350/700R4 4/6 drop 1967 GMC Super Custom - Short Fleet COPO concept w/427 BBC T-400 w/Doug Nash overdrive 4/6 Drop, Buddy Buckets, etc... Frame Off (In Progress) I call it "Vulgar Display of Power" 1980 Silverado Original paint 49k Original miles 4/6 drop Check out my build thread here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6209941

01-28-2012, 11:26 AM	#6
hd74 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: shellman bluff,ga Posts: 250	Re: 60-63 Windshield Trim Differences i tried a cheap gasket but the installer had no luck with it. so i broke down and got one from steele products then the install went good it took three people and two were pros ,1962 gmc with ss trim.

01-28-2012, 12:37 PM	#7
Greg63 Enjoy your truck Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Newmarket, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,066	Re: 60-63 Windshield Trim Differences If my windshield ever breaks I may consider driving without one rather than try to put in the gasket with trim again. It is hard work but it looks great when it is in. Greg. __________________ 1 Corinthians 10:13 1963 Chevrolet 1/2 ton 2010 Camaro SS/RS 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2016 Jeep Cherokee

01-28-2012, 02:03 PM	#9
creep Registered Loser Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Elyria, OH Posts: 1,523	Re: 60-63 Windshield Trim Differences My 63 GMC had the thin trim. I bought a cheap gasket that the installer could not get the trim back in. Later on I got a Steele Rubber gasket and had to wait 4 months while it was on backorder. 2 different shops couldn't get that gasket in either so I ended up having them order a gasket without the trim. __________________ ((..)) ((0)) '63 GMC lwb, 383, th350, lays frame, genuine patina. The Build Thread - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374267 '88 Astro cargo bagged, shaved, phantom grille. SOLD '50 Chevy 2 door sedan awaiting attention. 2014 Silverado Ext cab, 5.3, daily driver.

01-28-2012, 07:22 PM	#10
duallyjams Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Deale Md Posts: 4,663	Re: 60-63 Windshield Trim Differences I pulled a wide trim off of a 60 Apache. __________________ James 63 GMC V6 4speed carryall 65 chevy swb bbw V8 auto 68 K20 327/4 speed, buddy buckets 2002 GMC CC Dually Duramax 64 GMC lwb 3/4 V6 4speed SOLD 66 GMC swb bbw buddy buckets SOLD IG duallyjams The only thing that stays the same is constant change!

01-30-2012, 09:55 AM	#13
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: 60-63 Windshield Trim Differences It was my understanding that the wide trim was 60-61 and the thinner trim was 62-66. Could be wrong though. __________________ 1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer

02-01-2012, 05:32 PM	#14
ratskin Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Western IL Posts: 358	Re: 60-63 Windshield Trim Differences Just an FYI, there'll be a set of wide molding on Ebay.



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