

| Subject: | Re: Dooor/Side window glass questions |
| From: | Per Lindgren |
| Date: | Tue, 20 Oct 1998 02:11:22 -0700 |
David-M wrote: > I just examined each side window on my Vanagon. > All said 'Sekurit', except the passenger door window which said "VW - > made in USA" > Does this mean that that window was replaced at some point? > If so, this could be a useful technique for examining used vans for > past accident damage. > Also, I noticed that the 2 drivers-side side windows said "Sekurit" but > the passenger-side ones said it backwards. > Does this mean that the opposite side windows are the same but mounted > in reverse? Many car factorers use this procedure to save money, then they can use the same part for both sides, saving money during production, making the cars cheaper. Although it is not used as much in today's production, it was quite common only a few years back, just look at a bug, or square or even a Rabbit, most glass are interchangeable from side to side, as long as it is not curved in shape. PerL
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