Date:         Wed, 9 Jun 2021 16:38:23 -0400
Reply-To:     Eric Caron <ericcaron96@COMCAST.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Eric Caron <ericcaron96@COMCAST.NET>
Subject:      Re: Slider window catch info
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Conclusion,

        I had one original screw that didn’t want to bite in either position.  I went out and got a replacement. M 5 .8 was on the container that matched the size and thread.  The screw was slightly longer.  

When I tried them with my extra rubber shim the new long one worked perfectly in the spot giving me trouble but was a bit longer for the lower spot, but one of the original screws was good and fit there.  Result is that the latch is now nice and snug not rattling and repair cost me .69 cents in new parts and a scrap piece of rubber. 

I did put a dab of lock tight on the screws.

Hoping for more success like that in the future.

I appreciate knowing where to get the parts though as I suspect that down the road I may need some of the window latch pieces.

Still rock solid for now.
And, Stuart the GW video was helpful to listen to and likely even better for those watching.  Still they do talk out most of the actions and that is appreciated and good form on GW’s part.
Eric Caron 
85 GL Auto 


> On Jun 9, 2021, at 9:20 AM, Eric Caron <ericcaron96@COMCAST.NET> wrote:
> 
> Stuart, last question, Can you describe the “outside seal”. Mine had nothing between the plate and glass.  Maybe some hardened adhesive. 
> 
> I’m looking forward to assembly and a sturdy lock. 
> 
> I have the lock tight in my supplies so good with that.
> 
> eRic 
> 
> 
>> On Jun 9, 2021, at 1:50 AM, <stuartmacm@gmail.com> <stuartmacm@gmail.com> wrote:
>> 
>> Hi Eric, I don't see any packing on that page, just the fuzzy strip for the sliding window channel.  The kit includes the outside plate and seal along with the inner rubber seal.  A piece of innertube should work fine.  Just use a little blue (light hold) Loctite on the two screws when you reassemble it to the glass. Then it will stay tight.
>> 
>> Stuart
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Eric Caron <ericcaron96@comcast.net> 
>> Sent: Tuesday, June 8, 2021 7:38 PM
>> To: Stuart MacMillan <stuartmacm@gmail.com>
>> Cc: Alistair Bell <albell@SHAW.CA>; Vanagon List <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
>> Subject: Re: Slider window catch info
>> 
>> This is very helpful. 
>> 
>> I think all I need is the gasket and I plan to try to make that out of an old inner tube. Nice to know I can order it though if needed.  What is the  “packing” for sliding glass window?
>> Is that something for the outside?
>> 
>> From what I can tell I don’t need to purchase the full kit it is broken down into parts. 
>> 
>> Great info.
>> 
>> Eric 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>> On Jun 8, 2021, at 10:15 PM, <stuartmacm@gmail.com> <stuartmacm@gmail.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> Of course Go Westy sells a repair kit. Unfortunately it's $79.  Fixes both though https://www.gowesty.com/product/sliding-/23494/sliding-window-latch-fix-kit-?v= 
>>> 
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com> On Behalf Of Alistair Bell
>>> Sent: Tuesday, June 8, 2021 7:01 PM
>>> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>>> Subject: Re: Slider window catch info
>>> 
>>> Eric,
>>> 
>>> While I have slider windows and latches sitting here in the barn, and I’ve taken them apart a few times over the years, I can’t give you a definite answer right now.
>>> 
>>> But if I was forced to guess, I’d say you’re right about the plastic/rubber gasket being worn out.
>>> 
>>> Can you get replacement for that?  I don’t know, hope others work chime in 
>>> 
>>> Ab
>>> 
>>>> On Jun 8, 2021, at 6:48 PM, Eric Caron <ericcaron96@comcast.net> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> Hi folks,
>>>> 
>>>> So, years ago this list helped me tighten up my slider door window catch.  Today I went to address it again as it is loose.
>>>> 
>>>> I took off the inner part using a nifty bent flat head screw driver I got from a free box a few years ago.  It was perfect for the job.  It is set up so the flat heads are in different orientation and bus works with the window.  
>>>> 
>>>> But, when I exposed the two screws holding the catch to the window I found they could not be tightened enough to stop movement.  
>>>> 
>>>> I plan to cut a rubber gasket to shim up the old one.  I’m guessing it has lost some thickness over time. 
>>>> 
>>>> The outer piece easily came out.  It looks like there might have been some type of adhesive there at one time.
>>>> 
>>>> Anyone have some recommendations for me on re assembly so that it will tighten and have a good seal? 
>>>> 
>>>> Just checking in as just putting in the rubber shim is all I currently plan to do.  I am not sure about an outer gasket or .
>>>> sealant.
>>>> 
>>>> Tips appreciated.
>>>> 
>>>> Eric Caron
>>> 
>> 
>>