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    I am ready to install my front and rear windows and it just dawned on me.....Do I need any type of windshield adhesive along with the rubber? Or do I install the window the rubber seal and the stainless with no other sealent...THANKS A BUNCH

    Domenic Manera
    1954 Regal Starlight Coupe
    Domenic Manera, Fire Chief
    City of York Fire Department
    York, SC 29745
    1954 Regal Starlight Coupe

  • #2
    Do not even think about installing them dry!
    The Shop manual shows how to use small rope to install the Glass, Gasket and Mouldings as an assembly with a helper pounding the glass in, while you pull the rope out starting at top center from the inside.

    They mention using a clay (dum-dum) on the body opening. Today we have sealers like beutal(sp?) for the glass to rubber sealant.

    They are many posts here from people who have done it themselves instead of allowing the pro's at the glass shop to do it, some worked, some lost the glass, some leaked.

    StudeRich
    StudeRich
    Second Generation Stude Driver,
    Proud '54 Starliner Owner
    SDC Member Since 1967

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    • #3
      THaT IS MY QUESTION DO I NEED SOME TYPE OF SEALER, I AM AWARE OF THE ROPE TO INSTALL IT. i AM READY BUT I DO NOT HAVE A SEALER IS IT REQUIRED TO HAVE A SEALER OR IS THE RUBBER ALL THAT IS REQUIRED.

      THANKS

      Domenic Manera
      1954 Regal Starlight Coupe
      Domenic Manera, Fire Chief
      City of York Fire Department
      York, SC 29745
      1954 Regal Starlight Coupe

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      • #4
        quote:Originally posted by StudeRich

        Do not even think about installing them dry!

        They are many posts here from people who have done it themselves instead of allowing the pro's at the glass shop to do it, some worked, some lost the glass, some leaked.

        StudeRich


        '50 Champion, 1 family owner

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        • #5
          You won't need any sealant If you are never going to drive it in the rain or wash it with a hose, but otherwise I would highly recommend using sealant.

          Lost in the 50's

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          • #6
            quote:Originally posted by studehunter

            THaT IS MY QUESTION DO I NEED SOME TYPE OF SEALER, I AM AWARE OF THE ROPE TO INSTALL IT. i AM READY BUT I DO NOT HAVE A SEALER IS IT REQUIRED TO HAVE A SEALER OR IS THE RUBBER ALL THAT IS REQUIRED.
            I thought this was pretty clear:
            "They mention using a clay (dum-dum) on the body opening. Today we have sealers like beutal(sp?) for the glass to rubber sealant."

            Yes, BOTH inside the gasket and outside or/body opening require two different types of sealant!

            I was hoping that someone that has done it recently, using today's materials would tell you the correct part # modern PPG or 3M products to use, available at Auto Paint Stores during the week, when they are open, do not rely on Auto Parts Store temporary fixes.

            StudeRich
            StudeRich
            Second Generation Stude Driver,
            Proud '54 Starliner Owner
            SDC Member Since 1967

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            • #7
              so i need to use a sealant on the glass and then apply the rubber?

              Domenic Manera
              1954 Regal Starlight Coupe
              Domenic Manera, Fire Chief
              City of York Fire Department
              York, SC 29745
              1954 Regal Starlight Coupe

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              • #8
                New SDC Commandment--


                Do as Rich says, not as I do.

                '50 Champion, 1 family owner

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                • #9
                  Go to a reputable auto glass shop where they are familiar with the old windshields. I got a tube of sealant from my local glass shop and it worked perfectly.

                  sals54
                  sals54

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                  • #10
                    I did my front glass in the 60 wagon 2 years ago and I have had no leaks. I live in Oregon and we get lots of rain. I drive the car in the rain and it sits outside some times.
                    I went to Lowe's and bought a tub of sealant that said for automotive glass. It's black and sticky and gets all over everything if you are not careful, but it works great. I used it in both channels. Do the glass channel first let sit(you may want to tie it together with string to hold it in place till you are ready to install) while you prep the car window lip. Apply sealant to car make sure to add a little extra around the corners. Lay the glass on the hood and apply some sealant to the rubber. no too much. Then install a string or thin rope in the car channel, start at the top and go both ways and meet at the bottom. Set the window on the bottom channel start to pull the string(use a spray bottle with a little soapy water to help the string move if needed)you will need someone out side to help hold and push the window. Work the string a little from one side then the other while the helper keeps pressure on the window. Keep this up till the window is in. Re-check the rubber seal for spots not quite right and use a bent screw driver(or the proper tool if you have one)to correct the rubber seal. Clean up with something like lacquer thinner. Be careful not to get it on the headliner. Good Luck....bob

                    55pres- Cascade Chapter Oregon

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                    • #11
                      I used CRL 1716 sealant to seal the glass to the rubber and 3M 8509 sealant to seal the rubber to the body. A considerable amount of WD40 made the job easier (I also had professional help).

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                      • #12
                        Black urethane sealant may be a good choice. It's available at auto supply stores which carry autobody chemicals/supplies.


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                        • #13
                          I wouldn't use urethane or any other sealant that can't be cleaned up with mineral spirits. You will get lots of sealant on the paint surface around the window and the rubber seal. I've used a Dominion Sureseal product, available from auto glass shops - comes in a caulking tube. Apply a thick bead to the window fence before placing the window with rubber seal/trim in position to pull it in with the cord, and yes, WD40 applied liberally to the glass to rubber channel as well as the stainless trim channel will assist in slapping the window into its final position. The glass to rubber channel is usually sealed after the window and trim are seated in their final position. This requires a needle glue gun to slip between the glass and rubber seal on the outside to flood the interface with sealant.

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                          • #14
                            Rub the rope with a bar of soap to make it slide more freely. Don't use urethane unless you have a spare window to store until you need it. As you will have to break the old one to get it out.[}]
                            Good Roads
                            Brian

                            Brian Woods
                            woodysrods@shaw.ca
                            1946 M Series (Shop Truck)
                            Brian Woods
                            woodysrods@shaw.ca
                            1946 M Series (Shop Truck)

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