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Jul 7, 2004 | 05:41 PM

Woodsman_30350

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Window Seal Removal

I have a 50 F-1 with window rubber that is old and rock solid. Any suggestions on the best way to remove them?

Jul 7, 2004 | 05:55 PM

mtflat

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Careful application of a good sharp wood chisel. Worked on mine.........

Jul 8, 2004 | 01:19 AM

laynrubber

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Use a razor blade and cut the seal from around the window, just be careful not to score the window.

Jul 8, 2004 | 05:39 PM

cheinz46

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I just had the windshield and back window weather stripping replaced in my 57. The glass shop pros cut the glass out of the rubber while the glass was still in the truck.

Jul 8, 2004 | 05:42 PM

Woodsman_30350

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Thanks all. I guess there are a lot of ways to tackle this. My truck came from Arizona and all the rubber is like cement. Might try a combination of the chisel and Dremel to get all the seals out. I don't think I can salvage the glass anyway.

Jul 8, 2004 | 07:53 PM

Christopher2

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IF the glass is decent and you want to keep it. I would coat the seal with silicone and let it sit a few days it will help soften the seal. Also you can use Piano wire to cut out the window if need be.