Removing windshield?
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Removing windshield?
Getting ready to fix the roof on my truck soon. How can I remove the windshield on my '82 without breaking it? Also, what method can I use to remove the old urethane to prep for the new panel? Any tips for reinstalling the windshield? Thanks!
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In my experience you would be better off in the long run (don't ask how I know) to get a glass pro to pop the windshield. There are cutting tools such as a knife or wire rope that will work ok if you take your time. The urethane can just be scraped of. Instructions on the caulk recommend leaving a thin film of the old adhesive to act as a primer.
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In my experience you would be better off in the long run (don't ask how I know) to get a glass pro to pop the windshield. There are cutting tools such as a knife or wire rope that will work ok if you take your time. The urethane can just be scraped of. Instructions on the caulk recommend leaving a thin film of the old adhesive to act as a primer.
I need to get all the old urethane off to prep for adhesive/welding on the new panel.
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Also related, how many of those little clips are there to hold the windshield trim on? I'm assuming all of them are missing from my truck, since the trim is siliconed on at this point. Just need to know how many to order for the new trim I picked up.
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[quote=newrider3;7891307] How can I remove the windshield on my '82 without breaking it? quote]
Take a cutting torch and cut the metal back 6" all the way around it.
Sorry... Just being goofy, must be the full moon.
Take a cutting torch and cut the metal back 6" all the way around it.
Sorry... Just being goofy, must be the full moon.
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Buy those clips from a glass shop if you know of one. I bought 30 for $5.00 from one here. They said there wasn't a big demand for them anymore.
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