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> What are my chances to brake the window seals?
Valy
post May 29 2012, 02:54 AM
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My driver side handle broke few days ago so I have to take the door apart and fix it.

While I'm in there.... I have a set of tinted glass that I would like to install (it's a 1974). I was just about to start dismantling when I realized that I may brake the old and a bit brittle original seals.

What are my chances at that?
Any tips on removing the glass?
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post May 29 2012, 06:53 AM
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I recommend ordering a new set from Mikey914 anyway.

Secondarily, buy a small bottle of glycerin from the pharmacy or similar. You can try a similar product like rubber or seal renew from a local FLAPS or McMaster. Caveat, the petroleum products actually break the rubber down a bit while softening.

In the 80's I serviced VCRs, high end audio, CCTV, etc.; we used the glycerine to soften old rubber belts, seals and drive-train idlers on these products - works to soften stiff rubber and dissolves the glaze. It does leave a residue that needs to be wiped off or it will leave a slick coating that will need windex to remove off glass - ie, windows and windshield wipers..

Good luck.

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