Window Channel Felts from Classic Parts - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Bob Q · 02-22-2017, 01:10 AM

I got the replacement window channels for my '83 from Classic Parts and got the passenger side installed tonight. The installation went pretty well, but then when I went to crank the window up for the first time for a test run, it would go up about 3/4 of the way and get super tight. The window adjustments are the same as they've always been and I know it's going to be somewhat stiffer with the new felt, but this is way too tight. Anyone else use the new channel felts from Classic Parts?

Thanks.

Bandit130 · 02-22-2017, 08:21 AM

I used Classic Parts felt for the 72 C10 I use to have and also my current 74 C10 without any issues. It is a PITA to install in guides inside the door, but still no issues. May need to glue them in the guides, if you didn't, to hold guides in place so they don't slip and bind window if that is your problem.

**MikeB** · 02-22-2017, 10:21 AM

ClassicParts.com, right? I used their felts and glass channel on my 82. Not sure who makes them, but they work great and look like new after 18 months of sitting in the sun and rain. Same for their vent window seals, which are a real PITA to install (not their fault).

At the same time, I replaced the regulator with one I got from Classic Parts. My window was initially bound up too, until I adjusted the channel frames. Now the window goes up and down easily.

homemade87 · 02-22-2017, 10:48 AM

When I did my felts and I and got everything together and adjusted it seems they were a little slow up top . Checked adjustment and was fine . So I sprayed some silicone spray on the felts and everything has worked perfect ever since . I thing there is some natural drag with the new install . Especially if you have not done the relay mod to get the voltage up .

Just be sure everything is snapped in the track proper & adjusted and spray it with the silicone spray . It did wonders for mine . The felts will eventually break in .

Bob Q · 02-22-2017, 02:53 PM

Thanks a lot guys. I'll double check things tonight and see if I'm overlooking something.
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lilpoindexter · 02-22-2017, 09:35 PM

I used window felts, door seals, vent window seals from classic parts on my 78. Everything works great and is holding up ok after 6 years in sunny so-cal.

Matt Man · 02-23-2017, 01:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lilpoindexter

I used window felts, door seals, vent window seals from classic parts on my 78. Everything works great and is holding up ok after 6 years in sunny so-cal.

That is good to hear, I have about 2 years on all my weatherstripping from precision so far so good...

02-22-2017, 01:10 AM	#1
Bob Q Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: California Posts: 68	Window Channel Felts from Classic Parts I got the replacement window channels for my '83 from Classic Parts and got the passenger side installed tonight. The installation went pretty well, but then when I went to crank the window up for the first time for a test run, it would go up about 3/4 of the way and get super tight. The window adjustments are the same as they've always been and I know it's going to be somewhat stiffer with the new felt, but this is way too tight. Anyone else use the new channel felts from Classic Parts? Thanks. __________________ Bob Q. '83 K2500 6.2L

02-22-2017, 08:21 AM	#2
Bandit130 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Euless, Texas Posts: 520	Re: Window Channel Felts from Classic Parts I used Classic Parts felt for the 72 C10 I use to have and also my current 74 C10 without any issues. It is a PITA to install in guides inside the door, but still no issues. May need to glue them in the guides, if you didn't, to hold guides in place so they don't slip and bind window if that is your problem. __________________ 1974 Cheyenne 10 LWB Stock 350 W/HEI /TH350/AC/4 BBL Quadrajet Mopar by Birth Chevy by Choice

02-22-2017, 10:21 AM	#3
MikeB Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: North Texas Posts: 3,597	Re: Window Channel Felts from Classic Parts ClassicParts.com, right? I used their felts and glass channel on my 82. Not sure who makes them, but they work great and look like new after 18 months of sitting in the sun and rain. Same for their vent window seals, which are a real PITA to install (not their fault). At the same time, I replaced the regulator with one I got from Classic Parts. My window was initially bound up too, until I adjusted the channel frames. Now the window goes up and down easily. __________________ Mike 1969 C10 LWB -- owned for 35 years. 350/TH350, 3.08 posi, 1st Gen Vintage Air, recent AAW wiring harness, 5-lug conversion, 1985 spindles and brakes. 1982 C10 SWB -- sold 1981 C10 Silverado LWB -- sold, but wish I still had it! 1969 C10 (not the current one) that I bought in the early 1980s. Paid $1200; sold for $1500 a few years later. Just a hint at the appreciation that was coming. Retired as a factory automation products salesman. Worked part-time over the years for an engine builder and a classic car repair shop. Member here for 24 years! This is the very first car/truck Internet forum I joined. I still used a dial-up modem back then!

02-22-2017, 10:48 AM	#4
homemade87 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Guntersville Alabama Posts: 1,073	Re: Window Channel Felts from Classic Parts When I did my felts and I and got everything together and adjusted it seems they were a little slow up top . Checked adjustment and was fine . So I sprayed some silicone spray on the felts and everything has worked perfect ever since . I thing there is some natural drag with the new install . Especially if you have not done the relay mod to get the voltage up . Just be sure everything is snapped in the track proper & adjusted and spray it with the silicone spray . It did wonders for mine . The felts will eventually break in .

02-22-2017, 02:53 PM	#5
Bob Q Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: California Posts: 68	Re: Window Channel Felts from Classic Parts Thanks a lot guys. I'll double check things tonight and see if I'm overlooking something. Posted via Mobile Device

02-22-2017, 09:35 PM	#6
lilpoindexter Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: los angeles Posts: 1,134	Re: Window Channel Felts from Classic Parts I used window felts, door seals, vent window seals from classic parts on my 78. Everything works great and is holding up ok after 6 years in sunny so-cal.

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