Windshield Glass Replacement

[Shep59]

So the windshield is next… one question for the class is: is it better to do it in the workbench or while the frame is on the tub.. : also, can one manage it?

If it as hard as putting the wx molding around the canvas doors.. I’ll just have to pay someone! Thanks up front guys

 

[cbmontgo]

It’s really straightforward. Look up the rope trick on the fastest way to do it.

 

[diesellibrarian]

Install the gasket on the windshield while still on the bench. I used a few strips of masking tape to help keep it in place during install. I found it went in pretty easy using just a dull screwdriver and some soapy water: just work the gasket over the flange bit by bit. Installing the lock strip requires a special tool that is not expensive. I did the install solo in under an hour.

 

[Shep59]

Just thought of another issue.. when I was driving it there was a milky kinda presence about 1 inch in between the layers of glass. I figured it was moisture migrating in because of its age.. so when I started renovating my beloved.. I noticed the milky stain was no longer there.. so could it have “dried “ out after being stored for several years.. and hopefully new wx stripping would prevent it from happening again? The windshield glass is fine.. no cracks or issues.. thanks!

 

[Shep59]

Install the gasket on the windshield while still on the bench. I used a few strips of masking tape to help keep it in place during install. I found it went in pretty easy using just a dull screwdriver and some soapy water: just work the gasket over the flange bit by bit. Installing the lock strip requires a special tool that is not expensive. I did the install solo in under an hour.

Wow!! Any wisdom on where to buy wx stripping and locking tool?

 

[diesellibrarian]

Gasket: check with your dealer, or:

Windshield Glass Lockable Seal, Rubber - 66 to 12/74 -TOYOTA

Windshield Glass Lockable Seal, Rubber - 66 to 12/74 -TOYOTA - "A" You may need insert lock Prt# 66122-50011 or A66122-50011, below Toyota Part ~ Fits 1966 to 12/74

www.coolcruisers.com

Other Land Cruiser vendors will have it as well. You may need to order the locking strip separately.

The tool: https://www.amazon.ca/Lisle-47000-Windshield-Locking-Strip/dp/B000COA1CQ/?tag=ihco03-20

 

[diesellibrarian]

(I wouldn't bother with anything but an OE Toyota gasket. Aftermarket window seals universally suck)

 

[Shep59]

Thank you guys soo much..

 

[radman]

Where are you guys sourcing oem windshields? Or is there a brand everyone likes?

 

[Shep59]

Just ordered the tool.. $16.99..

 

[Shep59]

I guess I’m going to reuse mine… I think I priced one at Sor for $339 or so.. jeeez.. I have looked at so many vendors..

 

[JohnnyC]

Just did mine a few weeks ago… very easy off the truck… however when putting it back complete like I did was very heavy with just me… but it worked out

I used an aftermarket gasket from Roger aka cityracer … great fit

Mine old windshield is cloudy in a small area and small corner crack as well … went in no problems

The lock is tricky without a tool but very doable one guy sooo good think you picked one up for me putting the lock took a bit longer then getting the glass set in

 

[Shep59]

Wow!! That turned out good… I just ordered the tool fo $17.. so CityRacer it is.. thanks..

 

[diesellibrarian]

I guess I’m going to reuse mine… I think I priced one at Sor for $339 or so.. jeeez.. I have looked at so many vendors..

I took my old, cracked windshield to a local glass shop and they used it as a template to cut me a new one. I think they charged me $130 CDN.

 

[brian]

Where are you guys sourcing oem windshields? Or is there a brand everyone likes?

Windshield is a windshield......its just flat (0.25"..irrc) laminated safety glass that any glass shop can cut.

 

[timmyisinthewell]

Toyota show the glass at 6.7 millimeters or .26378 inch, just a hair over .25 inch. Now, be grateful the windshield is just flat glass. Attached are some snippets of info from the owners registry manager in the May 2026 club newsletter, for a car that I own, concerning the on-going search for a replacement windshield source. I bought a new windshield for this same car in July 1989, when they were available, for $260.00 and $78.00 in freight and it had the factory tint at the top. I agree $339.00 for a flat piece of glass sounds absurd.

 

[Gotta40]

I had one made last year for a 77 and it was around $90. I brought them the old one and picked up the new one the next day.

 

[brian]

What year are we working on here?
My 75 with the one piece gasket, I've replaced twice...once frame on bench and once in truck...honestly that one was easier in the cruiser.
I have attempted two with the two piece gasket...those will all get sent straight to my glass guy now...instead of me even trying to mess with them...I could have had 6 more arms and still not had a good enough hold on anything.

 

[Shep59]

9/74 Fj40

 

[Shep59]

Can someone pls tell me what these 4 bolts are for? Just curious…