Windshield replacement

As Maniac said, the locking bead is a separate piece of rubber (about the diameter of a #2 yellow pencil) that presses into the groove on the outer surface of the window gasket to "wedge" the seal against the glass and window channel. Once you get the stainless reveal molding removed, you can see if any of the fastening clips need to be replaced. Oftentimes, at least one or two are rusted badly and break when prying on them to remove the molding. You can get a full set of clips w/ screws for less than $20 (I just ordered a set today for $18.50 from Hardens Muscle Car World).

According to the Factory Service Manual you need to apply windshield sealer to the two inner grooves (one for the glass and one for the window channel fence). Also apply a 3/8" bead of sealer to the top edge of the cowl panel where the bottom lip of the windshield gasket will sit. Press the gasket down along the bottom over the raised tabs, then hand press it up along the sides and then the top (this is where two pairs of hands or more are useful).

Lift the glass into position and press it up into the top groove first, bumping it up tight with the heel of your hand along the bottom of the glass. You need to use a fiber or nylon glass installation tool (tapered wedge shape) to slip into the groove at one upper corner and slide it along the top, down one side, and all the way around the gasket, pressing the glass down into the seal as you go.

Make sure the glass is fully seated into the groove all around the perimeter. You can apply pressure with your hands and get it to slide a little if necessary. Install the locking strip with your fiber/nylon tool, beginning at the bottom center of the window. Spray it with glass cleaner to make it easier to press into the gasket's groove. Once you get all the way around back to the beginning, cut off the excess and check to see if the strip is fully seated into the groove all around the window.

Install your stainless molding by pressing it down onto the reveal clips and give yourself a big pat on the back. Take your time, be patient, and don't get frustrated if it doesn't go well at first.

Jerry