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Old 08-01-2007, 04:33 PM
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Eliminate vent windows

Hopefully someone out there has already done this. I want to eliminate the vent windows. I will use polycarbonate to replace the glass, but would like to find window moldings, anti rattle mechanism and tracks from an existing application. Anyone know if any of the later model truck stuf will work?
 
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Old 08-01-2007, 05:06 PM
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AFAIK, There aren't any known applications for Ford Trucks

Other threads were usually titled: One Piece door glass

if you wish to see what's been posted already
 
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Old 08-01-2007, 05:10 PM
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I think the vents add a uniqueness to these trucks, why eliminate it? Just curious.
 
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Old 08-01-2007, 05:47 PM
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The reason I want to eliminate the vents is this truck is a resto rod style. I would like to lighten the truck as much as possible. The doors are fiberglass, as are front and rear fenders (Step-sdie). The truck has been dropped 3-4"s.

Why? How about just cus I was told it couldn't be done.
 
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Old 08-01-2007, 05:51 PM
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I have seen guys to that to their trucks I think in the gallery pics. Can't remember where I saw those pics.

It does look good when you do it. I was just wondering why?


 

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Old 08-01-2007, 06:02 PM
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I found this thread with a pic in it.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/3...ht=vent+window
 
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Old 08-01-2007, 06:08 PM
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Wasn't that picture doctored? There was another thread recently talking about the same thing. Here's a link to a company that makes conversions but I don't think they have ours yet.

http://www.onepieceproducts.com/
 
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Old 08-01-2007, 06:18 PM
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That pic could have been..But not sure, I guess.

I would be a nice option to have if that company ever gets the kits.
 
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Old 08-01-2007, 09:57 PM
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Their web site say the kits are coming for the F series. I would sure consider it. I put all new rubber in mine and it lasted for about a year and then the wind noise came back. I finally gave up and got a tube of black silicone and filled all the cracks around those vents. It quiet now. Hopefully nobody will try to open them.
 
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Old 08-01-2007, 10:13 PM
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That's one way to fix it.
 
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I like vents I miss them on my new stuff
 
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yeah i wish the newer trucks had them. It would be nice if they could make some that looked like the old ones but would roll up and down or twist in electronically with a more modern gasket.
 
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