T-Top Glass separating from frame

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Mar 30, 2011 | 05:38 PM

mattowen

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T-Top Glass separating from frame

I've got a 1981 and on the passenger side T-Top, the glass, in the front is starting to separate from the frame. There's maybe a 1/4'' gap at highway speeds and you can hear the wind whistling through.

Any suggestions how to refasten it? Epoxy? Other ideas?

Thanks for any assistance!

-Matt
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Mar 30, 2011 | 05:57 PM

mikejpss

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There will be plenty of help in replies in a few hours. but just in case no one else tells you, and you probly already know- DO NOT drive with it like this any more. It WILL fly off , replacing aint easy, and it aint cheap.
Just in case....FYI...

Mar 31, 2011 | 06:12 AM

AT-82Collectors

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I had the same problem on my 82 driver side a couple of years ago. I just took it to a local auto glass shop and they repaired it. Cost about $40 I think.

Mar 31, 2011 | 12:11 PM

Moser28

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Same thing happened to me with both of my tops. They were so bad I just got a new set. There is a company in Alabama I think that refurbishes them. They also make the one piece astro top.

Mar 31, 2011 | 08:48 PM

doctorgene

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You guys are going to make me check mine out tomorrow, if the Sun is shining. I haven't heard any wind noises, but usually I'm not paying any attention to anything but the beautiful sound of my duals, I just love that sound, Thanks & have a great day. Gene

Apr 1, 2011 | 09:56 PM

mattowen

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Thanks AT... called the local glass shop and they fixed it for $45 - good as new.

Apr 2, 2011 | 01:39 PM

Korevette

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Urethane that is used to seal the windshield to the whindshield frame works well.

You will need to find out why it seperated and "tighten" up the frame to the glass. Once cleaned apply a modest amount of urethane and it will hold the frame in position. Use masking tape to secure until dry. Razor blades to clean up.

I would not use silicone or epoxy.

Dano,

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