Replace the Frame?

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So I have a broken windshield and can't get my BJ74 on the road without fixing it. Also, I've got a mysterious water leak somewhere that most folks believe to be related to the windshield rubber or frame seals.

Should I replace the glass, frame and all rubber bits at one go?
 
It's 6 and 1/2 dozen of the other, you could replace the whole lot, would that fix your leaking problem ?? The 74 have a history of leaking = rusted frames as a result,"........... IMO, Check the condition of the frame first before deciding on that part, if rusted out and would require replacing down the track it's no a brainer, if not look to be more diligent on rubbers and seals and glue when replacing your windscreen.
 
The frame looks okay, but I have never folded it down to look at what might lie beneath.
The PO used black silicone where the frame meets the cowl.
 
I think it would be a good idea to fold it down and check. You might find some ugliness underneath that can be dealt with before it gets out of control. My frame had some camouflage work done -it was a mess.

The rubber gets dried out and doesn't seal well. It might help to try some rubber conditioner, or just get more black silicone. I didn't do that and I still have some slight leaks.
 
I need to loosen or remove the FRP roof to get the windshield down, right?

Will other rubber seals be disturbed and need sealant or replacement?
 
Given the age of the seals, it is probably a good idea to have replacements on hand before you go to the trouble of lifting the top and folding the windshield.
 
Thanks Sam and '78. That is exactly what I was wondering about.
I want to get some small things from Amayama, so I guess the list will be longer.
My wait to be street legal will be longer also.

Even more now I am leaning to getting a new frame, painting and rustproofing it, then install glass and swap the whole thing out.
 
Cruiser Outfitters may also have that stuff in stock, potentially saving you some international shipping fees.

Also might want to check with Yan ( @Akella here ) ...
 
In the long run you'll probably sleep better knowing that all of the parts are new and rust free.
 
More great ideas! Thanks.
I cut my teeth on a '68 MGB GT. It still exists as a project car. It taught me to get things as right as possible the first time.
 
I also once owned a number of British vehicles ( Triumph / Series Land Rovers ) so I feel your pain. Everyone should own a British vehicle early in life so they can better appreciate every non-British vehicle they own afterwards. :)
 
Gun Runner 5 said:
I also once owned a number of British vehicles ( Triumph / Series Land Rovers ) so I feel your pain. Everyone should own a British vehicle early in life so they can better appreciate every non-British vehicle they own afterwards. :)
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So true - I often manage to forget an A-H Sprite, TR-3 and Hillman Husky Series III Wagon from my youth. Respectively - Fire, Flood and Synchro disasters.

As noted, my Landcruiser Love is true and pure compared to the Brit experience. Love the people and nation - some of the gear, not so much.
 
I think I have ordered all the rubber seals except the ones that go up and over the rear doors.
Should I get those too?


One day the GT will come out of the barn again ready run down the highway. Hopefully it will stop as well.
 
My current plan is to get the paint code off the cruiser and find a place in town that will be able to make up some rattle cans of auto paint.
When I get some time off here in a couple of weeks, I'll take the roof off and fold the windshield frame down. I might take the frame off the car if I don't like what I see.
If the frame is rusting out, I have a replacement here that I will paint, then rustproof.
Either way, I'll replace the windshield rubber, glass and all adjacent rubber seals.
Ummm, that's it.
 
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