How to install the vent window weatherstrip? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

andresco50 · 06-24-2008, 03:03 PM

Hi guys i bought a new weatherstrip for the vent windows but I can't figure how to install em.. I can't take off the glass?

westie 666 · 06-24-2008, 04:00 PM

You have got your work cut out for this one.

You need to remove the vent window assembly from the doors then you can remove the vent windows and replace the rubbers.

Once the old rubber is out soak the new rubber in hot water to soften it and use plenty of graphite grease and ease it into the track.

mhicks · 06-25-2008, 07:11 AM

It sucks, never could get mine right.

Project82 · 06-25-2008, 10:28 PM

i went through the same problem disassembling the vent window...and i found out i bought the wrong weatherstrip (i needed a 2 piece seal when i bought a 1 piece instead)...first i took the vent window out of the door and started drilling out the rivets (2 on top and 2 on bottom and 2 on bracket that allows window to swing out)...then take the nut off the spring rod, from there on just install weatherstrip and buy new rivets...i should've soaked my seals in hot water but i rushed the project instead...now i have to listen to the air whistle in the seal again...damnit!

andresco50 · 06-27-2008, 01:58 AM

I hate the rivets

70LonghornCST · 06-27-2008, 03:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by andresco50

I hate the rivets

Especially the pivot rivet!

Project82 · 06-27-2008, 03:34 AM

hmm...i never had to touch the pivoting rivet...just the two on the bracket..

GMBowtie79 · 06-27-2008, 02:59 PM

that sounds alot easier than swiching to one piece windows.

Project82 · 06-28-2008, 12:23 AM

Im thinking about getting rid of the vent windows and going with a one-piece window kit...how hard could it be?

GMBowtie79 · 06-28-2008, 03:17 PM

I heard the where a P.I.T.A. to install. do a search there are a few people that have done them. I know that 7T7 has them in his truck. I would talk to him he would probably have more insight on the subject.

andresco50 · 06-28-2008, 05:05 PM

Thanks guys!!! Now I have to install again the rivets

Project82 · 06-29-2008, 01:34 AM

hmmm...alright, ill ask him...thanks...

you're welcome andresco50...

**Captkaos** · 07-07-2008, 02:26 PM

Putting in the 73-87 One piece kit is not that hard. The biggest thing is drilling the new holes. 7T7 got his from me, so he would be a good place to get an unbiased opinion.

06-24-2008, 03:03 PM	#1
andresco50 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Lakeworth, Fl Posts: 633	How to install the vent window weatherstrip? Hi guys i bought a new weatherstrip for the vent windows but I can't figure how to install em.. I can't take off the glass? __________________ 2001 silverado 2wd 2003 silverado 4wd 1975 scottsdale c10 (project)

06-24-2008, 04:00 PM	#2
westie 666 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: AUCKLAND NZ Posts: 264	Re: How to install the vent window weatherstrip? You have got your work cut out for this one. You need to remove the vent window assembly from the doors then you can remove the vent windows and replace the rubbers. Once the old rubber is out soak the new rubber in hot water to soften it and use plenty of graphite grease and ease it into the track. __________________ 77 Cheyenne no longer in bits Last edited by westie 666; 06-24-2008 at 04:13 PM.

06-25-2008, 07:11 AM	#3
mhicks Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Weatherford,Tx Posts: 747	Re: How to install the vent window weatherstrip? It sucks, never could get mine right.

06-25-2008, 10:28 PM	#4
Project82 Bretzke Racing Inc. Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 114	Re: How to install the vent window weatherstrip? i went through the same problem disassembling the vent window...and i found out i bought the wrong weatherstrip (i needed a 2 piece seal when i bought a 1 piece instead)...first i took the vent window out of the door and started drilling out the rivets (2 on top and 2 on bottom and 2 on bracket that allows window to swing out)...then take the nut off the spring rod, from there on just install weatherstrip and buy new rivets...i should've soaked my seals in hot water but i rushed the project instead...now i have to listen to the air whistle in the seal again...damnit! __________________ 1982 Chevy Silverado C-10 RCLWB - IN PAINT - Inferno Orange Metallic Lowered 4.5/6 - 358 SBC 10.5:1, Comp XE268H cam, Aluminum heads, 650 Double pumper Holley carb, 2400 Holeshot Converter, upgraded T/h350 Trans. Stock Rear end for now (3.08 gear) 2004 Chevy Silverado 1500 LS RCSWB - Dark Spiral Gray Metallic Lowered 2/4 - 4.8L V8 4L60E 10-bolt. some goodies --- NEW DD 11/9/12 "Expect the Un-expected" "Gas, Grass, Or Ass...No one rides for FREE!"

06-27-2008, 01:58 AM	#5
andresco50 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Lakeworth, Fl Posts: 633	Re: How to install the vent window weatherstrip? I hate the rivets __________________ 2001 silverado 2wd 2003 silverado 4wd 1975 scottsdale c10 (project)

06-27-2008, 03:34 AM	#7
Project82 Bretzke Racing Inc. Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 114	Re: How to install the vent window weatherstrip? hmm...i never had to touch the pivoting rivet...just the two on the bracket.. __________________ 1982 Chevy Silverado C-10 RCLWB - IN PAINT - Inferno Orange Metallic Lowered 4.5/6 - 358 SBC 10.5:1, Comp XE268H cam, Aluminum heads, 650 Double pumper Holley carb, 2400 Holeshot Converter, upgraded T/h350 Trans. Stock Rear end for now (3.08 gear) 2004 Chevy Silverado 1500 LS RCSWB - Dark Spiral Gray Metallic Lowered 2/4 - 4.8L V8 4L60E 10-bolt. some goodies --- NEW DD 11/9/12 "Expect the Un-expected" "Gas, Grass, Or Ass...No one rides for FREE!"

06-27-2008, 02:59 PM	#8
GMBowtie79 Surviving, one day at a time! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Turlock,CA Posts: 295	Re: How to install the vent window weatherstrip? that sounds alot easier than swiching to one piece windows. __________________ 79 Burb,350,tremic 5 spd, 4 wheel disc, daily driver 74 swb,350,350,driver & future project "There's no such thing as a finished project"

06-28-2008, 12:23 AM	#9
Project82 Bretzke Racing Inc. Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 114	Re: How to install the vent window weatherstrip? Im thinking about getting rid of the vent windows and going with a one-piece window kit...how hard could it be? __________________ 1982 Chevy Silverado C-10 RCLWB - IN PAINT - Inferno Orange Metallic Lowered 4.5/6 - 358 SBC 10.5:1, Comp XE268H cam, Aluminum heads, 650 Double pumper Holley carb, 2400 Holeshot Converter, upgraded T/h350 Trans. Stock Rear end for now (3.08 gear) 2004 Chevy Silverado 1500 LS RCSWB - Dark Spiral Gray Metallic Lowered 2/4 - 4.8L V8 4L60E 10-bolt. some goodies --- NEW DD 11/9/12 "Expect the Un-expected" "Gas, Grass, Or Ass...No one rides for FREE!"

06-28-2008, 03:17 PM	#10
GMBowtie79 Surviving, one day at a time! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Turlock,CA Posts: 295	Re: How to install the vent window weatherstrip? I heard the where a P.I.T.A. to install. do a search there are a few people that have done them. I know that 7T7 has them in his truck. I would talk to him he would probably have more insight on the subject. __________________ 79 Burb,350,tremic 5 spd, 4 wheel disc, daily driver 74 swb,350,350,driver & future project "There's no such thing as a finished project" Last edited by GMBowtie79; 06-28-2008 at 03:23 PM.

06-28-2008, 05:05 PM	#11
andresco50 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Lakeworth, Fl Posts: 633	Re: How to install the vent window weatherstrip? Thanks guys!!! Now I have to install again the rivets __________________ 2001 silverado 2wd 2003 silverado 4wd 1975 scottsdale c10 (project)

06-29-2008, 01:34 AM	#12
Project82 Bretzke Racing Inc. Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 114	Re: How to install the vent window weatherstrip? hmmm...alright, ill ask him...thanks... you're welcome andresco50... __________________ 1982 Chevy Silverado C-10 RCLWB - IN PAINT - Inferno Orange Metallic Lowered 4.5/6 - 358 SBC 10.5:1, Comp XE268H cam, Aluminum heads, 650 Double pumper Holley carb, 2400 Holeshot Converter, upgraded T/h350 Trans. Stock Rear end for now (3.08 gear) 2004 Chevy Silverado 1500 LS RCSWB - Dark Spiral Gray Metallic Lowered 2/4 - 4.8L V8 4L60E 10-bolt. some goodies --- NEW DD 11/9/12 "Expect the Un-expected" "Gas, Grass, Or Ass...No one rides for FREE!"

07-07-2008, 02:26 PM	#13
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: How to install the vent window weatherstrip? Putting in the 73-87 One piece kit is not that hard. The biggest thing is drilling the new holes. 7T7 got his from me, so he would be a good place to get an unbiased opinion. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

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