1967 Barracuda Windshield Trim
I purchased my 1967 Barracuda fastback this summer knowing that it needed some final touches to the trim finish off the Plum Crazy paint job. The windshield is installed using a rubber molding but lacking the chrome trip to match the back window. I have been working with Dave Layson at Layson's Restorations in Washington for this and some other parts that I need as well. He sent me the chrome trim and explained that the trim sits in the groove of the rubber seal. He told me that the 67 differs in installation from the 68 and 69 which went to a clip style installation.
I have been to several glass shops up here in the Edmonton, Alberta area but none so far are familiar with this type of "old school" installation. Dave has been very supportive by offering advice. I have found a shop in town that was recommended for their experience with older vehicles and met with the manager the other day. He is looking into the issue for me. He suggested that I consider a flush mount which is the "newer" way to install windshields with no trim but I told him that I want the front glass and trim to match the back window.
I have attached a few pictures for reference. One shows the slit in the rubber molding. The other two show the plastic moldings from both sides and an end view to show the cross section.
Any comments and/or advice is much appreciated.