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Subject:Re: Removing sliding windows and saving the gaskets?
From:BenT Syncro
Date:Sat, 22 Nov 2008 13:19:54 -0800

On Sat, Nov 22, 2008 at 10:46 AM, Max Wellhouse <dimwittedmoose@cfu.net>wrote:

> Anyone have a technique or process for getting them out and not
> knifing the rubber stuff?  Know how to get 'em in, but the removal is
> a bit more tazxing.
>
> DM&FS

Hi Guys,

A firm kick with a sneaked foot has always worked for me. Loosen the edges
of the rubber from the outside.
Then go inside; brace yourself; and kick the edges of the frame & glass. The
glass is tempered and will not
usually break. It's better to kick from the bottom of the window. Best if
you have someone outside to catch
the assembly as they sometimes go flying out depending on your kicking
technique. Have done this dozens
of times.

BenT

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