Window scratches
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Burning Brakes
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From: brewster NY
Window scratches
Can anyone suggest how to keep this from happening. I took apart the door panels to my 71 and removed the outer window channel seal, the felt looks ok also checked the anti-rattle bumpers they look ok before I go spending money does anyone have any ideas or suggestions.
Also there seems to be two different types of outer window channels one is more expensive.
Thanks
Also there seems to be two different types of outer window channels one is more expensive.
Thanks
Burning Brakes
Joined: Oct 2004
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From: Shelby Township Michigan
Turbo,
I would recommend buying the best outer door felt you can find. I purchased the cheaper version and found it hard to fit to the door. The GM replacement part should be the way to go.
The anti-rattle bumpers are not too expensive. I replaced those too.
Good luck,
Dino
I would recommend buying the best outer door felt you can find. I purchased the cheaper version and found it hard to fit to the door. The GM replacement part should be the way to go.
The anti-rattle bumpers are not too expensive. I replaced those too.
Good luck,
Dino
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It’s pretty common to see tiny scratches in the side door glass. These are usually the result of a PO not doing basic up-keep on the car in the way of the outer window felts.
As 1stC3 said, buy the good felts and not the cheap set. The cheap set is so bad we put a note on our web site to say “Do not buy this product” The outer reproductions are available in a high quality and it is very nice. (Yes people still buy them).
Here is the note: Door Felt. Coupe Outer LH Replacement with rubber wipe (THESE ARE W0RKABLE REPLACEMENTS WE RECOMMEND YOU USE THE 283061) This part is really generic, cheap and should only be purchased with reserve. We really advise you not to purchase this item!
Junk Repro felts: http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...oducts_id=1934
Correct Repro Felts: http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...ducts_id=15422
Door window adjuster pads: http://willcoxcorvette.com/advanced_...words=adjuster
Willcox Inc.
As 1stC3 said, buy the good felts and not the cheap set. The cheap set is so bad we put a note on our web site to say “Do not buy this product” The outer reproductions are available in a high quality and it is very nice. (Yes people still buy them).
Here is the note: Door Felt. Coupe Outer LH Replacement with rubber wipe (THESE ARE W0RKABLE REPLACEMENTS WE RECOMMEND YOU USE THE 283061) This part is really generic, cheap and should only be purchased with reserve. We really advise you not to purchase this item!
Junk Repro felts: http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...oducts_id=1934
Correct Repro Felts: http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...ducts_id=15422
Door window adjuster pads: http://willcoxcorvette.com/advanced_...words=adjuster
Willcox Inc.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: North Bellmore Ny
St. Jude Donor '09
It’s pretty common to see tiny scratches in the side door glass. These are usually the result of a PO not doing basic up-keep on the car in the way of the outer window felts.
As 1stC3 said, buy the good felts and not the cheap set. The cheap set is so bad we put a note on our web site to say “Do not buy this product” The outer reproductions are available in a high quality and it is very nice. (Yes people still buy them).
Here is the note: Door Felt. Coupe Outer LH Replacement with rubber wipe (THESE ARE W0RKABLE REPLACEMENTS WE RECOMMEND YOU USE THE 283061) This part is really generic, cheap and should only be purchased with reserve. We really advise you not to purchase this item!
Junk Repro felts: http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...oducts_id=1934
Correct Repro Felts: http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...ducts_id=15422
Door window adjuster pads: http://willcoxcorvette.com/advanced_...words=adjuster
Willcox Inc.
As 1stC3 said, buy the good felts and not the cheap set. The cheap set is so bad we put a note on our web site to say “Do not buy this product” The outer reproductions are available in a high quality and it is very nice. (Yes people still buy them).
Here is the note: Door Felt. Coupe Outer LH Replacement with rubber wipe (THESE ARE W0RKABLE REPLACEMENTS WE RECOMMEND YOU USE THE 283061) This part is really generic, cheap and should only be purchased with reserve. We really advise you not to purchase this item!
Junk Repro felts: http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...oducts_id=1934
Correct Repro Felts: http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...ducts_id=15422
Door window adjuster pads: http://willcoxcorvette.com/advanced_...words=adjuster
Willcox Inc.
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: brewster NY
It’s pretty common to see tiny scratches in the side door glass. These are usually the result of a PO not doing basic up-keep on the car in the way of the outer window felts.
As 1stC3 said, buy the good felts and not the cheap set. The cheap set is so bad we put a note on our web site to say “Do not buy this product” The outer reproductions are available in a high quality and it is very nice. (Yes people still buy them).
Here is the note: Door Felt. Coupe Outer LH Replacement with rubber wipe (THESE ARE W0RKABLE REPLACEMENTS WE RECOMMEND YOU USE THE 283061) This part is really generic, cheap and should only be purchased with reserve. We really advise you not to purchase this item!
Junk Repro felts: http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...oducts_id=1934
Correct Repro Felts: http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...ducts_id=15422
Door window adjuster pads: http://willcoxcorvette.com/advanced_...words=adjuster
Willcox Inc.
As 1stC3 said, buy the good felts and not the cheap set. The cheap set is so bad we put a note on our web site to say “Do not buy this product” The outer reproductions are available in a high quality and it is very nice. (Yes people still buy them).
Here is the note: Door Felt. Coupe Outer LH Replacement with rubber wipe (THESE ARE W0RKABLE REPLACEMENTS WE RECOMMEND YOU USE THE 283061) This part is really generic, cheap and should only be purchased with reserve. We really advise you not to purchase this item!
Junk Repro felts: http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...oducts_id=1934
Correct Repro Felts: http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...ducts_id=15422
Door window adjuster pads: http://willcoxcorvette.com/advanced_...words=adjuster
Willcox Inc.
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From: Jeffersonville Indiana 812-288-7103
St. Jude Donor '08-'09-'10-'11-'12-'13-'14-'15
On manual window cars the generic is more user friendly and will work better, but on the power window cars the rubber it’s made of creates more tension on the glass than the motor can handle. (And they look like junk).
Willcox Inc.
Le Mans Master
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From: Gladstone MO
C3 of Year Finalist (appearance mods) 2019
Aircraft Spruce has a product called "Micro-Mesh" we use it to polish out small scratches on aircraft windows. Works good, but will wear your arm off.
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Burning Brakes
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From: brewster NY
Instructor
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From: Newfane NY
I have had the same trouble with window scratches.
As mentioned, the fingernail test tells all. (...if you feel it...)
'temporary' results only, with products used to date, untill I can afford to do it right with new window and seals.
As mentioned, the fingernail test tells all. (...if you feel it...)
'temporary' results only, with products used to date, untill I can afford to do it right with new window and seals.
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From: Florida
Go to a good glass and mirror place, where they actually cut, polish and finish glass, not just peddle it. If they are any good they can do it for you or instruct you.
The mateials are a little pricey though.
The mateials are a little pricey though.