Date:         Thu, 24 May 2007 10:29:29 -0700
Reply-To:     Matthias Kuster <matthiaskuster@VERIZON.NET>
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From:         Matthias Kuster <matthiaskuster@VERIZON.NET>
Subject:      Re: 85 Vanagon - windshield change out info. needed
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Does this apply for the side windows also (not necessarily the front
ones with the sliders, but the rear ones??? I have some rust bubbles
forming and might want to take them out. Do I have to order new seals
from vendor or will glass installatino place have those???

Cheers

Matthias
On May 24, 2007, at 10:17 AM, Paul Guzyk wrote:

> It's tricky to remove a good windshield and seal without breaking the
> glass, but can be done if you are careful.
>
> Best to cut (and destroy) the rubber seal from the inside of the van
> if you want to make sure you don't break the glass, but then you need
> a good rubber seal for installation.
>
> ----
>
> To remove the windshield without breaking the glass and/or cutting
> the rubber here's how I've had the most success...(but I've broken a
> few improving my technic so be careful!)
>
> 1) First rule, of windshield removal/installation, use plenty of lube!
>
> I use a professional product, Wurth Rubber Care,
> http://www.amazon.com/Wurth-Rubber-Care/dp/B0002XRB0M but Armor All
> or silicon spray will probably work well too.
>
> 2) Start on the outside of the van, lift up the seal and spray the
> lube in all around under the rubber gasket.  (pry seal away from body
> using non-metallic putty knife or something smooth and similar that
> won't knick your paint...try NOT to use screwdrivers).  If you van
> had the chrome beauty strip you can carefully remove that first...it
> may break if it is old and brittle.
>
> 3) On the inside, pull the seal away from the body and spray lots of
> lube all around the gasket, then insert a heavy cord or use small
> pieces of paint stir sticks to keep the rubber seal away from the
> body.   (I've used vinyl coated cloathesline cord)  Keeping the
> inside seal edges away from the body makes the glass loose and easier
> to remove.
>
> 4) When the seal has been soaked in lube, and pulled away, carefully
> push/tap the glass starting from the upper corners and upper center.
> If you are lucky it will start to move out of the frame and not
> break.  Once the top comes out the bottom will come out easy.  It's
> good to have a helper on the outside to catch the glass as it come
> out.
>
>
>
>
>
>> I need the best info. on how to replace my current cracked windshield
>>   by using the good windshield from my parts van?
>>
>>   Something important about the seal - if so, tell me "exactly"
>> best way to
>>   proceed.
>>
>>   Any special set-up tools I need for this job - soap, water,
>> string, etc.
>>
>>   Help me make sense of the rumored info. I've heard....
>>
>>   Larry
>>
>>
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