Windshield - cleaning before installation

[Geo4K]

I'd like to prep my car before the windshield goes in. I have the old out and would like to clean up the tracks/frame area that the new rubber gasket/seal goes in. What do you all suggest to get all the old gunk and all out?

Also, any good or bad stories as to where I should buy the gasket/seal from? I've seen them on various places for $85 - $100 so far.

Thanks - George

 

[TrailBeast]

Depends on what's on the metal.
If it's just old dirt and crap then a toothbrush works good.
If it's old window glue then a rag and some solvent (I'm sure I don't have to warn about solvent strength, but mineral spirits is pretty mild stuff.)

I got some seals and side windows parts from this place, and the quality is fantastic.
http://www.justmopar.com/store.php

 

[Geo4K]

Thanks - bookmarked and ordered a catalog.

 

[65cuda360]

If you have to remove old sealer from the metal where the old windshield gasket was, 3M general purpose adhesive remover is the stuff.

 

[71DodgeDemon340]

X2 ^ works like nothing else