Topic: Rear Window Molding removal--how to-gottchas ect
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The rains from Elaine driving back from Carlisle, showed I need to reseal my rear window.
I know there are 2 main holding clips and a bunch of smaller ones all around the molding. do how to go about it without
messing up the molding is something I need to know before I start the work. I am not in a rush, so after SHOW season is over, I will do the work.
My molding is in A1 shape so don't want to scratch it up.
Gary 79c3
I know there are 2 main holding clips and a bunch of smaller ones all around the molding. do how to go about it without
messing up the molding is something I need to know before I start the work. I am not in a rush, so after SHOW season is over, I will do the work.
My molding is in A1 shape so don't want to scratch it up.
Gary 79c3
Gary
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79 Coupe, rare 4spd.L-48,Edlebrock intake and Performer Carb,Mcleoad Street performer clutch, Hooker Super Comp chrome headers/side-pipes, Foose wheels,mild cam.Custom leather interior.
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Gary check out "Eastwood" they offer a tool kit for moulding removal, for sure you do not want to mess those up. Alot of times they also have a youtube video to go along with it.
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Paul took his off, maybe he'll chime in!
Barry
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You can buy a window trim removal tool at most parts houses....prolly around $10 or less. Use a lot of patience, and you shouldn't have any troubles, or damage anything...
In the image below, the tool on the bottom is the window trim tool, the one in the middle is for removing the clip for the older style window cranks, and the one on top is for pulling door panels with the plastic push-pin type fasteners...
In the image below, the tool on the bottom is the window trim tool, the one in the middle is for removing the clip for the older style window cranks, and the one on top is for pulling door panels with the plastic push-pin type fasteners...
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You want to use the tool on the left on joel's picture. I actually posted a how to on this a couple of years ago but the thread search tool is out of service right now...
What I can tell you is that there are several of the plastic clips around the rear window and they are brittle so be gentle!! One of the outer points of the arrow grabs the side of the clip, GENTLY - pry the clip in toward the center of the window and you should feel/hear the trim "pop" free from the clip.
If you're ever in the NJ area and want to do this, I can do this in my sleep!! I also have a few tricks for replacing the clips with the window in (technically, you can't get new ones in unless the window is out...)
Good luck.
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Here's Paul's tutelage...http://www.c3vr.com/vrforums/79-vette-rear-window-retaining-strip_message341479.html
(btw..the search function werks fine...it's just manual now, instead of automatic....ya just gotta go thru all of the topics in the forum till ya find the one ya wants....
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Nice "How To", also, Paul!
(btw..the search function werks fine...it's just manual now, instead of automatic....ya just gotta go thru all of the topics in the forum till ya find the one ya wants....
)Nice "How To", also, Paul!
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Now how'd you do dat Joel??
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SEE? I told you Paul (and Joel, of course) could help! This place is the best!
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Thanks Guys,
I picked up a set of various Molding tools at Harbor Freight last week while I was down in Gaithersburg Md on some work related tasks. I'll see how they work (or don't).
I picked up a set of various Molding tools at Harbor Freight last week while I was down in Gaithersburg Md on some work related tasks. I'll see how they work (or don't).
Gary
79 Coupe, rare 4spd.L-48,Edlebrock intake and Performer Carb,Mcleoad Street performer clutch, Hooker Super Comp chrome headers/side-pipes, Foose wheels,mild cam.Custom leather interior.
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79 Coupe, rare 4spd.L-48,Edlebrock intake and Performer Carb,Mcleoad Street performer clutch, Hooker Super Comp chrome headers/side-pipes, Foose wheels,mild cam.Custom leather interior.
http://www.C3VR.com/member_uploads/14601_14700/14664/test-011201272163337r.jpg
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PM me if you have any questions and I'll shoot you a phone #
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