hi folks, i don't like the fixed rear window on my XL trim truck so i want to know about swapping in one with a sliding panel. i think i know where to look for one in the junkyard. for this job, are there any complications to point out other than buying a new gasket? are the 80-86 rear windows sufficiently the same shape to fit too? were there just the two types, fixed and sliding?

 

All the same shape from 1973(yes 1973) to 1997

 

that's amazing. thank you brad

 

Be sure to get the gasket with that window.
Factory sliders have a wider channel than single glass.

​​​​​​​Aftermarket sliders have a flange to fit a single lite gasket.

 

1973/96 F100/350 & 1997 F250 Heavy Duty & F350.

1997 F150 & F250 L/D (Light Duty-same cab as F150) has a different back window.

 

I am pretty sure that is PLAINLY obvious, especially since the 97+ F150 windows bolt in and doesnt go in with a gasket like the 73-97 do

 

You know this and so do I, but how many others do?

 

Since the OP asked about the gasket, yes