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Subject:Re: glass removal
From:Pollard, Matthew
Date:Fri, 9 Apr 1999 13:03:11 -0700

First, I have only replaced windows in bugs, but lets just assume they are
the same. Ok? To put the window in, lay the rubber out on the ground and put
the window in the rubber.  Then using a small cord (3/16" diameter I think),
push it in the slot that normally the metal from the car would be in- this
is the slot opposite of the glass.  Have somebody on the outside of the car
put the window in place on the car while you are in the inside the car.
Slowly pull the cord out of the slot- this will act like a shoe horn and
slip the rubber over the inside metal. You may need to use a popsicle stick
to persuade the rubber & glass to settle.  Putting in a window is really
easy to do.  May want to wear goggles in case you break the window in your
face or something.  I didn't use any lubricant at all.

Cheers and Peace
Matthew
84 wolfsy

> -----Original Message-----
> From: jimkim [SMTP:jimkim@INTERGATE.BC.CA]
> Sent: Friday, April 09, 1999 11:31 AM
> To:   vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject:      glass removal
>
> I can't put it of any longer , a couple of my rear windows in my westy
> have to come out to get at some nagging rust.  anybody have some
> experience doing this and can pass some tips my way? Getting them out
> appears simple but how easy is it to get them back in? any advise will be
> appreciated.   Jim 83 waterboxer