removable rear window
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Instructor
Joined: Jan 2005
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From: Hobart Ind, near chicago
removable rear window
i know this was recently posted, but i need to know if anyone can tell me what is the best way to make a 76 coupe rear window removable. i would like to keep the original glass if possible
Instructor
Joined: May 2005
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From: Oreland PA
It is fairly simle to do. I purchased the window and frame on Ebay. I bought the latches, weatherstrip and bushings from Dr. Rebuild.
Remove the fixed galss from the car. THis is held in by black rubber/goo.
I then cleaned the surface to the bare fiberglass with a wax/grase/tar remover. This takes some time to get it all off
Then glue in the new weatherstrip with 3M weatherstrip adhesive. Follow the instructions carefully.
I then installed the 2 bushings that go on the base of the window. This is where the pins from the window frame sit.
I then set the window in and lined up the latched and marked the holes to drill. Then used stainless hardware and installed the latches.
You will need to find new trim panels with cutouts for the latches. I found one on ebay and I am still looking for another.
This took a few hours and was very simple. Just take your time and mark everything properly. It was the best thing I did to the car so far
Remove the fixed galss from the car. THis is held in by black rubber/goo.
I then cleaned the surface to the bare fiberglass with a wax/grase/tar remover. This takes some time to get it all off
Then glue in the new weatherstrip with 3M weatherstrip adhesive. Follow the instructions carefully.
I then installed the 2 bushings that go on the base of the window. This is where the pins from the window frame sit.
I then set the window in and lined up the latched and marked the holes to drill. Then used stainless hardware and installed the latches.
You will need to find new trim panels with cutouts for the latches. I found one on ebay and I am still looking for another.
This took a few hours and was very simple. Just take your time and mark everything properly. It was the best thing I did to the car so far
Race Director
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From: Arlington Va Current ride 04 vert, previous vettes: 69 vert, 77 resto mod
Originally Posted by troy1m
i know this was recently posted, but i need to know if anyone can tell me what is the best way to make a 76 coupe rear window removable. i would like to keep the original glass if possible
i want to do this also its just the $500 for the parts stopping me from doing it..... a couple of the vendors even sell complete kits..
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Instructor
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From: Hobart Ind, near chicago
thanks guys but i'm still confused, what year are these, glass, frame and other parts for? is the 76 glass different from what i need. as much as i've been around vettes i have never looked close at the removable glass ,and it may be months before i see one, no vettes here in winter.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Oswego IL
Originally Posted by troy1m
thanks guys but i'm still confused, what year are these, glass, frame and other parts for? is the 76 glass different from what i need. as much as i've been around vettes i have never looked close at the removable glass ,and it may be months before i see one, no vettes here in winter.
You can find most of the parts on ebay. The removable window will include an aluminum frame and glass. You will not be re-using your stock rear window.
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go here----------http://www.vettespecialties.com----scroll down to ''online catalog'' then c-3 conversion window you'll se pics of window (has a frame)and needed parts so you get a idea whats involved ------- carl
