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This may be a stupid question, but I have to ask. Is there a top and /or bottom to Jim Carters windshield gaskets for AD split windshields. I have mounted the glass both ways and can't tell. I called them and they didn't seem to know! The one I took out at least had a hole cut in the center strip above the rearview mirror mounting screw hole to point north. Thanks !!!!!!!

I could not tell which way it should go either. I ordered another one from Steele yesterday. I hope it is a better fit.

I don't think there's a difference. What helped mine fit, was to place the glass in the gasket while it was on the bench, and let it sit in there for some time. My gasket was not from steele, and was a bastard to get in. It takes time, patience, and heat. But I think that's true of installing any windshield. A spray bottle filled with water and some sunlight dish soap helps, so does cranking up the shop heat. Mostly though, its patience, and strong fingers.

Alot of the installation problem stems from the roof settling during the rebuild.
I know this sounds crazy but if you jack the roof up a bit in the center it goes much easier. i'm only talking about 1/8th inch or so.
If i'm changing existing glass then I do one side at a time to help keep the roof up.

The gasket corner issue may actually be more of a glass not being cut right, the lower corner always seems to be shorter than actual corner. Thats the way they were from the factory. I have used both original glass and factory patterns when cutting new ones and add abit to the corners to make the fit better.

Just my 2 cents.
Wilbur

I got the windshields in to day. No easy task!! If they can make repops wrong,why? can't they make them right? I'am not real happy with the way the gasket looks on the out side, but only a pro will be able to tell its not perfect. It's not going outside until spring and I'll deal with the sealing then and in the mean time hope the gasket shrinks a bit. I'am glad I had the glass shop grind down the repro glass or they never would have gone in. Thanks Jimmy

I can only think it's a one size fit's all deal!

Bear in mind these trucks were built 50+ years ago and manufacturing methods were not quite as accurate. I imagine there's possibly variation from one A.D. to the next.

Then again,It's not just the glass manufacturers who get it wrong,some of the aftermarket body repair panels are a rotten fit too! :mad:

Glad you got your glass in though. Post some

Jock