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Subject:Re: Need to Replace Vent Window... Use Non-Vent Window?
From:jimt
Date:Mon, 11 Apr 2005 09:30:15 -0600

On 4/11/05 1:00, "James V" <tornadored@EARTHLINK.NET> wrote:

> Seems that I remember some discussion of this recently... but I couldn't
> find in the archives...
> 
> Can the front vent windows (88-91) be replaced w/ a regular, non-moving
> window?  Did some vans come this way, so that there would be windows/seals
> available from an auto glass shop?  If so, what models?
> 
> I never use the "vent" feature and find them noisy when closed.  Since I
> need to replace my passenger side, I'd like to make the swap if I can.
> 
> But, if not, does anyone have a passenger side vent window for sale? (for an
> 88 Westy)
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> James V
> 
> 

If they are noisy when closed you have a seal problem that will need to be
resolved.
The noise level will be the same with the none opening and opening window.

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