Hello.
I'm collecting parts that I might replace when I repaint my LC. The clearcoat has faded to nothing, it's time for a cosmetic refresh.
One of the sections I was considering addressing is the windshield frame, not sure if there's any rust there, but I do get a good amount of wind noise, and it seems it's leaking somewhere. It's an aftermarket, so it's been replaced by PO, no records of the replacement anywhere.
If there's any way I can address these issues without removing the windshield, it's preferable, since I invested about $200 to get it tinted with a ceramic tint, and I don't want to redo if not necessary.
My question has 2 parts.
How doable is it to remove the windshield, repair, repaint and re- install same glass? I understand the risks, but some cars are almost impossible to save the glass on removal. DIY preferable, but if I need a pro, it's a phone call away.
Also, is it possible to remove the upper rubber molding and install a new one after paint, WITHOUT removing the glass?
2nd part of the question is about part numbers.
Which rails do I need? I'm checking partsouq and it gives 2 different sets of part numbers for the mouldings that attach with rivets. I might order those, or not, and wait till I remove to check their condition.
It shows only 1 type available, and pictures are there, googled and found that both look very similar, maybe even the same.
It shows this ones for cars with roof rails:
75533-60060 Right side
75534-60050 Left side
Shows these without a roof rail comment:
75533-60031 and 75534-60021. these are available and have images.
My LC is a 2005 US market, manufactured 11/2004, sold with the South East Oldie Pack (ugly fender flares are still on, protecting me from idiots opening doors in parking lots) and has the OEM roof rack with the bigger feet.
Any one that has this roof rack ordered the moldings and is able to confirm on the parts? Appreciated in advance!
Sorry for the long questions, just couldn't find a definitive answer by searching.
I'm collecting parts that I might replace when I repaint my LC. The clearcoat has faded to nothing, it's time for a cosmetic refresh.
One of the sections I was considering addressing is the windshield frame, not sure if there's any rust there, but I do get a good amount of wind noise, and it seems it's leaking somewhere. It's an aftermarket, so it's been replaced by PO, no records of the replacement anywhere.
If there's any way I can address these issues without removing the windshield, it's preferable, since I invested about $200 to get it tinted with a ceramic tint, and I don't want to redo if not necessary.
My question has 2 parts.
How doable is it to remove the windshield, repair, repaint and re- install same glass? I understand the risks, but some cars are almost impossible to save the glass on removal. DIY preferable, but if I need a pro, it's a phone call away.
Also, is it possible to remove the upper rubber molding and install a new one after paint, WITHOUT removing the glass?
2nd part of the question is about part numbers.
Which rails do I need? I'm checking partsouq and it gives 2 different sets of part numbers for the mouldings that attach with rivets. I might order those, or not, and wait till I remove to check their condition.
It shows only 1 type available, and pictures are there, googled and found that both look very similar, maybe even the same.
It shows this ones for cars with roof rails:
75533-60060 Right side
75534-60050 Left side
Shows these without a roof rail comment:
75533-60031 and 75534-60021. these are available and have images.
My LC is a 2005 US market, manufactured 11/2004, sold with the South East Oldie Pack (ugly fender flares are still on, protecting me from idiots opening doors in parking lots) and has the OEM roof rack with the bigger feet.
Any one that has this roof rack ordered the moldings and is able to confirm on the parts? Appreciated in advance!
Sorry for the long questions, just couldn't find a definitive answer by searching.