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Date:         Thu, 19 May 2005 06:31:48 EDT
Reply-To:     RAlanen@AOL.COM
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Frank Condelli <RAlanen@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Spiffing up the sliding glass frames
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In a message dated 19/05/2005 12:06:03 AM Eastern Daylight Time, LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes:

Well, I've never actually pulled the side windows, but as far ar I can tell it looks about the same as a windshield. I would probably rate it s 4, but then I guessed that putting in new wing window assemblies would be a 2 and it turned out to be about a 5. I also thought changing the 2nd gear brake band seal on my transmission would be a 5, and it turned out (for me) to be at least an 11 (broke it!). So using my tendency to underestimate as a guide, it's probably about a 9. If it was ME doing it, I'd probably end up ruining the rubber seal on the first one before I figured out how to get 'em back in properly. Surely there's someone here who's actually pulled a side window, no? Anyone?

The sliding side windows are the hardest ones to remove and install. Due to the metal frame the tolerance they allowed is minimal therefore making it a tough job to get the widow out and back in. Pressure and perseverance and the proper tools will get it out. If you do not feel capable, go to a automotive window place, they will have the proper tools to get it out. Putting it back, I use Krown rust prevention oil or a similar product, a thin strong nylon string in the groove and be careful at the corners 'cause that's were it's really a tight fit and can tear the rubber, go slowly and make sure the rubber lip does not hag up. If it does back up and try again. Forcing it will tear the rubber ! Liberal lubrication on the frame and rubber is essential. Metal tools will scratch the paint and cause rusting in the future. Any rust spots should be POR-15ed or similar while the window is out.

Cheers,

Frank Condelli Almonte, Ontario, Canada _BusFusion_ (http://members.aol.com/BusFusion/bfhome.htm) a VW Camper camping event, Almonte, ON, June 09 ~ 12, 2005 '87 Westy, '90 Carat & Lionel Trains Member: _Vanagon List_ (http://www.vanagon.com/) , _LiMBO_ (http://www.bcn.net/~limbo/) , _IWCCC_ (http://www.westfalia.qc.ca/) & _CCVWC_ (http://www.ccvwc.ca/) Vanagon/Vanagon Westfalia Service in the Ottawa Valley _STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Mufflers_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm) _Frank Condelli & Associates_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/busindex.html) or http://frankcondelli.com


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