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I have a 1958 Chevy Apache ......the upper part of the metal windshield channel or track (where the rubber windshield gasket fits into) is pretty much rusted out..........does where I can get one..........

hey Brat, welcome to the garage, we'll help you sort it out!

first you need to clarify the problem - there's no channel that the windshield seal fits into, there's a 'pinchweld flange' that one side of the seal fits over ... frequently that flange around the opening is rotten, especially at the top where there is likely corrosion in the eyebrow .... no patch panels available for that area, you have to repair it from scratch

Bill

Your right that's what it is.....a pinchweld flange.......if there is no patch panel it ought to get real interesting.....thanks

HEY 86,
This guy did some great work around that area. Scroll down to "windshield area"

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2143604/3

Good luck,
Brian