How in the heck do you install the rear window on a 1946 chevy pickup? I have the two piece rubber kit with the little channel tool, but I can't get the main piece in. I've tried the rope trick with the rubber taped to the glass, but it just wouldn't go in. Should I glue the rubber on the glass and lube everything? Any advice or step by step instructions would be great. Thanks guys...
IF it's the same as my '59, which it sounds like it is, this is how I did mine just recently... Put the rubber on the truck first, then with a helper we started working the glass into the rubber with our fingers and a small flat screwdriver. Did it on a hot day in the sun (makes the rubber more pliable) The toughest part is the small rubber that seals it up. The tool you get is crap! A relative of mine is a long time body man and he had a REAL install tool that worked much better. Lube up the small seal with plenty of dish soap!!
Well I attacked the rear window today and must say perseverance and patience are the best tools. What a bear. I used a metal putty knife, dish soap with a paint brush and let the rubber lay out in the sun.
Unfortunately there is no "Easy" button for windows weatherstripping. We have come a long way installing these since 1953
I haven't installed one yet, but have on similar items. You can use a heat gun to soften it, use plastic tools, never metal. I think the key is the right size line, too thin and it can cut the seal.
Are you guys using any kinda sealer? The manual and FAM says to use it.
Kicking self for selling off my Taskforce trucks. Still looking for an LCF or conventional big bolt in decent shape.
As of 10-26-2022, A 55.2 Taskforce long bed now the work begins
