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 Post subject: Windshield stuff
PostPosted: Wed Jul 02, 2003 8:31 pm 
I have a 73 Dart and am taking on the fun job of taking out rust and trying to replace old seals and prep for paint(all without a garage or any covering, not to mention school, fune!). Anyway, I was wondering if anyone knows the removal/ installation process of the front and back windshield and what is needed, not to mention is it worth me doing it to get the rust/paint out since I am very, very limited on funds. Keep in mind the seals are ver old.


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PostPosted: Wed Jul 02, 2003 9:43 pm 
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If the gasket is that old it will probably be worthy of replacement. That being the case, just cut the outer lip of the gasket with a utility knife slowly. Then from the inside of the car, start pushing up on the window and with a little elbow grease it will come out. Start pushing in the a corner, and have someone from the outside grab the window and pull slowly back.

Taking them out is relatively easy so yes its worth doing by yourself. But putting them in, I always take it to someone to do because I don't want to chance ruining a new gasket (they are kind of pricy...) and like the peace of mind of a leak-free guarantee.


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PostPosted: Fri Jul 04, 2003 9:58 pm 
The gasket ruining is a good point, should check prices on that. I've seen windshield trim replacements(semi-universal time) for around my make and year, but would anyone know where to get windshield gaskets for a 73 Dart(I'm guessing 4-door doesn't matter for this application, but you never know :D ). Thanks, oh, I'm going to check prices in my area, but what have been the costs that most get out of a winshield re-installation.


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PostPosted: Fri Jul 04, 2003 10:11 pm 
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If memory serves me right I got my gaskets at yearone.com
As for prices, I can't be positive but I want to say somewhere between $50-100 for each. Too long ago to remember exactly. And that was for them coming to my house, not me taking the car to the shop.


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PostPosted: Sat Jul 05, 2003 10:17 pm 
thanks, that sounds pretty good, hopefully same here.


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