Hi Dave,

Got the post.

Eric 

> On Mar 30, 2022, at 6:50 PM, ddbjorkman@verizon.net wrote:
> 
> Hi Eric.
> Yes!  By all means, pull it out.  Most others will not notice the difference, and you won't either, unless you run your hand over it any time you get in :o)).
> 
> Dave B.
> the Boston one
> 
> P.S.  Let me know it you get this.  It seems like I am having trouble getting my posts in again.
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Eric Caron <ericcaron96@COMCAST.NET>
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Sent: Wed, Mar 30, 2022 9:05 am
> Subject: [VANAGON] Window locking strip trim
> 
> Hi Vanagon folks,
> 
>         Can the locking strip around the windshield be removed without affecting the integrity of the window seal or safety.
> 
> Mine is so darn ugly and tired I’d just like to remove it. 
> 
> I’d prefer not to replace it just make it go away. 
> 
> Any experience or info on this?
> 
> If I wait long enough it may just go on it’s own.  I think the gap where it comes together has doubled in size in 8 years.
> 
> Eric Caron 
> 85 GL Auto