Missing Windshield Molding Trim

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thatWESguy

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So I just purchased a new to me 98 100 series, and I realized today that it is missing the windshield molding trim. My guess is the previous owner had the windshield replaced with an aftermarket one, and did not replace the molding. In my research, I've read that it can be quite the PITA to have it replaced. My question is, can I drive around without the moldings, or do I run an increased risk of leaking/wind noise.

Question 2 is, can I use an alternative to the window molding since the cost of the OEM pieces are 300+.
 
thatWESguy said:
So I just purchased a new to me 98 100 series, and I realized today that it is missing the windshield molding trim. My guess is the previous owner had the windshield replaced with an aftermarket one, and did not replace the molding. In my research, I've read that it can be quite the PITA to have it replaced. My question is, can I drive around without the moldings, or do I run an increased risk of leaking/wind noise.

Question 2 is, can I use an alternative to the window molding since the cost of the OEM pieces are 300+.
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It looks like Partsouq has the trim pieces for much cheaper. I've had excellent luck ordering from them, and it's often faster for me than ordering from inside the US.
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I think this will open directly to the moulding page...
 
I am in the same boat. Yes, you can drive like that. Depending on how replacement was done, you might get a leak. The moulding is riveted to the frame from factory. Make sure the rivet holes are plugged now, otherwise you will be getting water in the pillar. You will hear much more noise when driving at highway speeds, compared to a car with the correct moulding.
To replace mouldings you will probably have to remove the entire windshield first.
 
Moridinbg said:
I am in the same boat. Yes, you can drive like that. Depending on how replacement was done, you might get a leak. The moulding is riveted to the frame from factory. Make sure the rivet holes are plugged now, otherwise you will be getting water in the pillar. You will hear much more noise when driving at highway speeds, compared to a car with the correct moulding.
To replace mouldings you will probably have to remove the entire windshield first.
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This... realized recently that mine is missing the trim too. I have had the truck for about 9 months now and have not experienced any windshield leakage (water or wind) so you should be good. But like you said, that depends on how good the install was.
 
I talked to the previous owner who confirmed that he got the windshield replaced by Safelite 3 years ago. They lied to him and told him the trim wasn't necessary so he did not go with replacement. At this point, the only thing I'm worried about is wind noise and water getting into the A-pillars from rivet holes.

Is it safe to assume that I can install the trim pieces without taking out the windshield?
 
Yes the side moulding that is riveted to A pillar sits on top of the windshield then extends onto the roof, no windshield removal required. Once the rivets are placed then the second moulding piece installs in the channel over the rivets
 
leveeguy said:
Yes the side moulding that is riveted to A pillar sits on top of the windshield then extends onto the roof, no windshield removal required. Once the rivets are placed then the second moulding piece installs in the channel over the rivets
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So the question for @thatWESguy is whether Safelite did it properly with rivets or did the normal where they used screws. I believe mine has screws which makes it so you cannot properly attach the moldings (which is why the installer likely tossed).
 
gatormark91 said:
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gregnash said:
So the question for @thatWESguy is whether Safelite did it properly with rivets or did the normal where they used screws. I believe mine has screws which makes it so you cannot properly attach the moldings (which is why the installer likely tossed).
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That's a good question. The holes looked uniform and had some silicone reminisce on it. My thought is they didn't even try to re-install it. Probably screwed it up when taking it out and didn't bother to reinstall at all. The windows don't leak so that's a good sign, and I haven't noticed any excess wind noise....but I also come from driving a Toyota 86 as my other car, which has one of the noisiest cabins ever so anything better than that is a win for me lol.

For the time being, I've put Gorilla taped the holes up to prevent any more water from going into the A-pillar.
 
thatWESguy said:
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That's a good question. The holes looked uniform and had some silicone reminisce on it. My thought is they didn't even try to re-install it. Probably screwed it up when taking it out and didn't bother to reinstall at all. The windows don't leak so that's a good sign, and I haven't noticed any excess wind noise....but I also come from driving a Toyota 86 as my other car, which has one of the noisiest cabins ever so anything better than that is a win for me lol.

For the time being, I've put Gorilla taped the holes up to prevent any more water from going into the A-pillar.
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Sorry man. That would drive me crazy. I hate it when people screw things up and make it harder for the next guy.
 
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