This info from dukeboy sounds like he knows
I still say an E string from a guitar will work also 
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I still say an E string from a guitar will work also 
dukeboy440
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yeah, that said, dont be surprised if the glass cracks or breaks, it is 40+ years old after all. I'm shooting less than 50% on pull windshields, backglass a little bit better, but its the curvature of the front that can cause issues. My best luck has been with 4 people, 1 on the inside holding, one outside cutting, 2 on the outside ready to catch and go.This info from dukeboy sounds like he knows
I am debating if my 66 Sedan needs frame connectors , as we all know the sedan's are stronger and I will not be putting it on the track with slicks and hammering it hard, I am running 2.45 gear sure grip.. What yall think
MomsDuster
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I've done a couple of windshields on the old flat glass VW beetles, but that was along time ago and they were much cheaper and easier to get! would rather not screw the pooch on this!
MomsDuster
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I would. Cheap insurance.
dukeboy440
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Always yes to subframe connectors.
Good luck. Nice part, Glass for Mopar A bodies is still made believe it or not. 250 bucks is what I was quoted locally for it, installed
Thanks , I was thinking this would be a good time to get that dun, she does deserve all she can get from me right now, thanks
MomsDuster
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Nice that you have a lift, after placement would be much easier to finish the welding on the rack. No fun welding on your back!
dukeboy440
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Question. Have you talked recently to the owner of that other car you gave the title and keys too a while back?
zkx14
Duster De-ruster
If I needed 4 people to do anything on my car it never would have got done.Are you re-using them? If not it's a one person job. To save the glass, best to have 2 people. If I had 4, I'd be telling someone to go get me a beer so they would be out of my way. LOL.
Wipers off. Trim off. Just pull the round cord out of the gasket. cut the web of the lip that goes over the glass and pull it off. Gently push the glass from an inside corner to get it started. This is where it is good to have a second person outside so you don't launch it when it lets loose. (If not saving, blanket on hood and pop it forward) Unless someone gooped it heavy and recently with sealant, you probably won't need to wire it. Set on edge on foam or a couple layers of cardboard for storage. Cardboard between is sufficient. The front is laminated and is pretty tough. back is the touchy one. It is safety glass. Even a slight tap on an edge can shatter it in a million little pieces. Could run some tape around the edge if you need to store it.
She's had it for several months now, but doesn't know where it came from!!!
MomsDuster
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I would like to re-use the glass, but I am a firm believer in "**** happens" so if i can't, then i can't.....
Are you re-using them? If not it's a one person job. To save the glass, best to have 2 people. If I had 4, I'd be telling someone to go get me a beer so they would be out of my way. LOL.
Wipers off. Trim off. Just pull the round cord out of the gasket. cut the web of the lip that goes over the glass and pull it off. Gently push the glass from an inside corner to get it started. This is where it is good to have a second person outside so you don't launch it when it lets loose. (If not saving, blanket on hood and pop it forward) Unless someone gooped it heavy and recently with sealant, you probably won't need to wire it. Set on edge on foam or a couple layers of cardboard for storage. Cardboard between is sufficient. The front is laminated and is pretty tough. back is the touchy one. It is safety glass. Even a slight tap on an edge can shatter it in a million little pieces. Could run some tape around the edge if you need to store it.
MomsDuster
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Me too! I'm lucky and greatfull when I can grab my boy for a couple hours on a weekend!
ScampMike
Despicable Damn Yankee
two people
zkx14
Duster De-ruster
Hmm, I would think she had seen Nella's and would have figured it out. Got a pic of the finished piece? PM if you don't want to post it yet...
dukeboy440
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So you're saying youre the size of 4 men?!
Are you re-using them? If not it's a one person job. To save the glass, best to have 2 people. If I had 4, I'd be telling someone to go get me a beer so they would be out of my way. LOL.
Wipers off. Trim off. Just pull the round cord out of the gasket. cut the web of the lip that goes over the glass and pull it off. Gently push the glass from an inside corner to get it started. This is where it is good to have a second person outside so you don't launch it when it lets loose. (If not saving, blanket on hood and pop it forward) Unless someone gooped it heavy and recently with sealant, you probably won't need to wire it. Set on edge on foam or a couple layers of cardboard for storage. Cardboard between is sufficient. The front is laminated and is pretty tough. back is the touchy one. It is safety glass. Even a slight tap on an edge can shatter it in a million little pieces. Could run some tape around the edge if you need to store it.
dukeboy440
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what cord?! I've yet to pull one that had a cord.... mine were all glued in with some sort of sealant/glue all 5 of the mopar from that area I've owned and pulled?!!?! Does this mean at some point all of them had glass replaced and simply done half-assed by whatever shops did them?
Are you re-using them? If not it's a one person job. To save the glass, best to have 2 people. If I had 4, I'd be telling someone to go get me a beer so they would be out of my way. LOL.
Wipers off. Trim off. Just pull the round cord out of the gasket. cut the web of the lip that goes over the glass and pull it off. Gently push the glass from an inside corner to get it started. This is where it is good to have a second person outside so you don't launch it when it lets loose. (If not saving, blanket on hood and pop it forward) Unless someone gooped it heavy and recently with sealant, you probably won't need to wire it. Set on edge on foam or a couple layers of cardboard for storage. Cardboard between is sufficient. The front is laminated and is pretty tough. back is the touchy one. It is safety glass. Even a slight tap on an edge can shatter it in a million little pieces. Could run some tape around the edge if you need to store it.
ScampMike
Despicable Damn Yankee
I have a windshield I took out of a Scamp YEARS ago - been sitting on pillows out in my shed -- still not a crack in it
ScampMike
Despicable Damn Yankee
there is virtually no way you'll be reusing the gasket - so don't worry about ruining it - it's about getting the glass out in one piece. It's not stupid heavy, but when you have it balanced over the front of your car - it is more than one person should be trying to do
ScampMike
Despicable Damn Yankee
read this: Windshield Install/Remove/Clips/Details
MomsDuster
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@ScampMike Hey Mike, what size tire/wheel you running on the front of the Scamp?
I agree, and that is a friends lift , and he is the installer just up the road a couple miles away, Victoria has been high and dry at his shop all year.. good guy that knows what he is doing .
No I have not, I did see the car on the street in a parade 5 or 6 years ago.
zkx14
Duster De-ruster
Pretty sure my gaskets were original/factory and had round cord. My Precision brand replacement was identical. Yes there is likely sealant on it, but likely just butyl or silicone crap that does not adhere well. Not like a glued down glass where you need to cut through it.
dukeboy440
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hmmmm good to know, ive had to cut mine each time, there was still a gasket around the top surface of the glass hmmmm
ScampMike
Despicable Damn Yankee
wheels are 15 x 4's - I will have to check on the tire size - I feel like I remember them being either 205 or 215
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