Does anyone know the replacement procedure for a new rear window installation and trim for a 64-66 Lark
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Ray, I'm interested in this too, as the manual description is a little thin. I have to replace the weatherseal on the '64 Daytona this winter. Some questions: how do the clips release? - pry up or what and what does the release tool look like? - any pictures?
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Originally posted by Skip Lackie View PostThe trim is held on by plastic clips that snap onto little welded-on studs. This is the same design that is used on many GM cars in the 60s and 70s. You release the clips with a hook-shaped release tool that is available from many FLAPS.
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Originally posted by Starlight View PostSkip......I wasn't aware that Studebaker ever used the welded on nail type studs for chrome strips.....I think the trim is inbedded in the rubber before installing the rear window and front windshield......As far I know that is still the way they are installed.....I know for sure that the front windshield trim is installed that way.......Keep on Studebakering.......
Many times the removal method will scratch the paint under the molding. Care must be made to prevent rust from forming .Bez Auto Alchemy
573-318-8948
http://bezautoalchemy.com
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Bez has it down very well. The only thing I might add as a word of caution is when using the clip release tool, be very careful not to "nick" the edge of the glass or it WILL shatter! I use a very short turn. The lip of the moulding is small so the clip doesnt have to move much for the moulding to release. Start at a joint. I like to start at a lower corner & work up or towards the center & around. Slight pressure outward on the moulding aids to the clip release also.59 Lark wagon, now V-8, H.D. auto!
60 Lark convertible V-8 auto
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I believe the shop manual (or the later service letter that dealt with water leaks through the rear window gasket) recommended putting a couple of layers of masking tape along the edge of the painted area as close to the moulding as possible) to protect it. If you can find one, buy a double-headed tool that has J-shaped blades facing both left and right. The second blade is handy for removing the corner mouldings where it's more convenient to come in from the other direction. I have one and can loan it if you can't find one.
The part number for the clip is 1358695, but if they're not available, any glass shop can provide a modern plastic GM clip that will work just fine. The metal clips rust and the plastic ones tend to break during removal.Skip Lackie
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Originally posted by Skip Lackie View PostI believe the shop manual (or the later service letter that dealt with water leaks through the rear window gasket) recommended putting a couple of layers of masking tape along the edge of the painted area as close to the moulding as possible) to protect it. If you can find one, buy a double-headed tool that has J-shaped blades facing both left and right. The second blade is handy for removing the corner mouldings where it's more convenient to come in from the other direction. I have one and can loan it if you can't find one.
The part number for the clip is 1358695, but if they're not available, any glass shop can provide a modern plastic GM clip that will work just fine. The metal clips rust and the plastic ones tend to break during removal.Candbstudebakers
Castro Valley,
California
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