Date:         Tue, 24 Oct 2017 17:34:59 -0400
Reply-To:     Tom Buese <tantonbz@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Tom Buese <tantonbz@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Install rear hatch glass/which suction cup?
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I got a new Vanagon windshield at a swap meet for $15 & had a mobile glass guy come to my office & install it in 10 minutes for $50.  He did this by himself while I was inside on a quick phone call, so I didn’t see how he did it, but it was perfect!  YMMV

Mr. BZ- 6-8 years later still in place! No leaks w/ OG seal reused.

> On Oct 24, 2017, at 5:29 PM, kenneth wilford (Van-Again) <kenwilfy@COMCAST.NET> wrote:
> 
> I have the harbor freight ones and they will release on you when you
> actually are depending on them.  Just use your hands, it isn't that big or
> heavy.
> 
> I call a glass guy and pay to have this done.
> 
> Ken
> 
> On Tue, Oct 24, 2017 at 4:44 PM, Oxroad <oxroad@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
>> Hello-
>> 
>> I've been lurking for years since my bus went in to dry dock, but in the
>> '90s--heck I found my bus on this list.
>> 
>> Meanwhile, a BB found my rear hatch window this week. I have a nice piece
>> of stock replacement glass from a donor and new rubber seal from GoWesty.
>> 
>> I searched the archives and this is what I've gleaned:
>> 
>> 2 man job
>> dish soap or silicone as lube
>> weed wacker cord
>> suction cup helpful
>> 
>> Question is, what type of suction cup? I see them inexpensive at "Harbor
>> Fright" in single and double configurations. Are these too cheap to be
>> worthy?
>> 
>> Any other advice appreciated.
>> 
>> (I've done auto glass windshield and glass on my other cars but it was many
>> years ago.)
>> 
>> TIA,
>> Jeff
>> 83.5 Westy
>> LA,CA
>> 
> 
> 
> 
> --
> Thanks,
> Ken Wilford
> John 3:16
> www.vanagain.com