1968 Removable rear window seal question
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1968 Removable rear window seal question
Finishing up some last details of cosmetic restoration and putting on new rear window seal for the 1968 removable rear window. My question is whether or not the original framed window had any type of seal on it that presses against the rubber window seal glued to the back opening. My removable window frame has had a continuous rubbery type seal approximately 1/2 inch wide that runs around the sides and top, but does not go across the bottom length. I don't see one in the AIM but this particular page is very difficult to read (very bad printing of this page) and I have not seen anything for sale other than the actual seal that glues/screws to to window opening.
My guess is that the previous owner may have put another seal on the window frame itself to aid in sealing, due to age of original seal.
If you've been down this road and know whether or not that seal on the actual window frame is not O.E.M., please let me know.
Thanks,
Kirk
My guess is that the previous owner may have put another seal on the window frame itself to aid in sealing, due to age of original seal.
If you've been down this road and know whether or not that seal on the actual window frame is not O.E.M., please let me know.
Thanks,
Kirk
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Hi Kirk,
The rear window frame was designed to seal directly against the rubber gasket glued to the body.
The 2 'legs' on the bottom of the window frame, and the 2 latches at the top of the fiberglass opening were all adjustable so the sealing pressure could be achieved.
Regards,
Alan
There is a shallow 'gutter' that runs below the window. It slopes to each side. I believe it was intended deal with leaks.
The rear window frame was designed to seal directly against the rubber gasket glued to the body.
The 2 'legs' on the bottom of the window frame, and the 2 latches at the top of the fiberglass opening were all adjustable so the sealing pressure could be achieved.
Regards,
Alan
There is a shallow 'gutter' that runs below the window. It slopes to each side. I believe it was intended deal with leaks.
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Wow, Alan, that was quick. I was pretty sure you'd know the answer to that one...
I will scrape off, then, what appears to be a temporary fix seal, from the window frame, and let the new gasket do its job. Your knowledge is much appreciated!
I will scrape off, then, what appears to be a temporary fix seal, from the window frame, and let the new gasket do its job. Your knowledge is much appreciated!
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My guess is that the original seal leaked (due to shrinkage, etc.) and a prior owner added another seal to the window frame. If you are replacing the original seal, you won't need the 'extra' seal.
