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| | | | Joined: Oct 2011 Posts: 78 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Oct 2011 Posts: 78 | Friends, I have already consulted the window page. The problem I have in my 2-ton project is not addressed there. I have to take the window assembly unit (complete) out of the truck. To that end I have (had to) drilled out the 4 bolts holding the hinge on each side, and I was able to disconnect the crank SS roller strip. I assumed the window would then tilt enough to remove the two screws on each side that connect the hinges to the window frame steel. But, I didn't gain much, not enough to get a tool on the heads, and while I know I could slip a cut off blade in there that doesn't help me when I need to reinstall them. So, what have you done to accomplish this?? Any tips?? The window rubber is all cracked and dried so I will need to replace that anyway. I am just getting after the rust above the valance and want to fix wiper motors or replace with electrics but that is months away. Thanks, LevisPop Pics below show where things are now and at the bottom of each you can see the two screws I cannot get to unless the window can be tilted out or ??? [IMG] http://i1191.photobucket.com/albums/z474/LevisPop/Wipermotorhingesupport.jpg[/IMG] [IMG] http://i1191.photobucket.com/albums/z474/LevisPop/Windshieldpassside.jpg[/IMG]
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| | | | | Joined: May 2004 Posts: 1,312 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: May 2004 Posts: 1,312 | I think your Cab & mine are pretty similar ? It's been a few years since I redid my truck, but as I recall the window / frame unit opened up wide ( full horizontal ), so you can get a screwdriver on the head of those screws. The tab of the hinge slides into a slot on the top of the frame. Are the hinges rusted up tight which is limiting opening. When you take off the header panel, you might be able to spray in some rust buster on the hinges ? | | | | | Joined: Oct 2011 Posts: 78 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Oct 2011 Posts: 78 | Yes, that is the problem. I worked on other rust issues today and hoped for a response. The problem is, I think, 65 year old rubber exterior frame rubber that is not at all pliable to allow the extra inch or so I need to get on those frame screws. That needs to be replaced so
next chance I get I'll razor off that old seal and Bob's your uncle, as they say. How extensive was your restoration? I will look for your truck in the gallery.
Thanks, Mark
Milk the cows you have
| | | | | Joined: May 2004 Posts: 1,312 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: May 2004 Posts: 1,312 | The rubber seal / gasket sits against the outside of the window opening so it shouldn't be causing the issue unless it is just plain stuck to the cab metal. You will need a new rubber seal so cutting it away would be OK. I suggest Steeles Rubber products for all your new rubber items - their quality / products are much better than some of the offshore stuff that others sell. What condition is your winshield frame in ? Mine was rusted badly at the corners and center " Tee " area. I ended up purchasing a new frame from Jim Carter's. If you are going to need to replace the frame, damaging the existing isn't an issue.
My restoration was a " frame off ", but I was fortunate the body was in pretty good condition / minimal rust.
Link to my pics is in my signature ( webshots ) | | | | | Joined: Oct 2011 Posts: 78 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Oct 2011 Posts: 78 | Thanks, again. I have exposed and oiled the hinges and disconnected the crank linkage at the bottom. The frame swings out +/- 3" but the upper seal hits the cab at that point. This is not enough to allow access to the screws that make that frame attachment. Thanks for the tip on the rubber seal supplier. I will need to replace 100% of the rubber on this truck. Do you have a web address or contact info for this company? Take Care, LevisPop
Milk the cows you have
| | | | | Joined: May 2004 Posts: 1,312 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: May 2004 Posts: 1,312 | Yes..sounds like you need to cut away the stiff rubber to allow window to swing up. Supplier website = www.steelerubber.com | | | | | Joined: May 2004 Posts: 1,312 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: May 2004 Posts: 1,312 | Hey Mark....there is another member on this board - ggfossen - who is working on his '39 pickup. His location is in Oregon / not sure how close to you but might be worth contacting him so you can see parts in action ? | | | | | Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 775 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 775 | I have a 46.I had to grind the heads off all the screws including the ones on the window frame. I am over the river near Brush Prairie from Portland if you need to see one up close. I am in the reassembly stage right now. http://s1095.photobucket.com/albums/i470/GWWirth/ | | | | | Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 775 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 775 | Let me know if you got that window opened. | | |
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