Windshield replacement question

[marcfj60]

I already started this thread in the 60 section but thought I'd see if anyone here has any exerience (Greg, Larry?) I need to replace the windshield on my '87. The gasket has a metal trim strip in it. I don't think it serves any purpose except to look "pretty". It makes sense to replace the gasket when I replace the window but will the new one (probably aftermarket, unless the Shaman can get one for cheap) have the features necessary for installing the old metal trim? I don't see any cracks in the current gasket so maybe I could reuse it. Is this a bad idea? How do you remove the window and gasket without destroying the gasket or busting the window? I replaced the gasket on a '76 Datsun Pickup but I didn't care if I destroyed the gasket. I just cut the lip off that held onto the glass from the outside, lifted out the glass then pulled the gasket off. Obviously, this won't work if I want to reuse my old gasket.

Marc

 

[Cruisergreg]

I would't attempt to reuse the old gasket - it's almost certain not to reseal properly after 20 yrs in the NM climate. I also wouldn't attempt to install it myself. I've done it before but there are a few special tools that make the job easier and if the installer guy messes up your headliner they have to fix it whereas if you do it you're hosed.

The chrome strip in the gasket is just "bling" from all I can see. Some have said it adds some structure to the seak but I took mine off 2 years ago and haven't had any leaks.

HTH (hope that helps)

 

[cruiserdan]

I second the recommendation.

I would never set my own windshield or backglass. Installation is not really all that expensive and if it leaks or if they break it then they get to fix it.

I would also not re-use the weatherstrip.

 

[marcfj60]

The chrome strip in the gasket is just "bling"

Isn't that what really matters here, how shiny our chrome is and how big our "DUBS" are?

I think my '85 parts truck must have had the windshield replaced because the seal does not have the trim in it or even a groove for the trim. I guess I need to do some more homework with the local glass shops.

 

[cruiserdan]

Some 1981 FJ60's did not have a windshield moulding. That weatherstrip is now discontinued. The current part number, 56121-90A05, is configured to accept a moulding.
I don't think that you would have to put the moulding back in. I have 2 factory strips in stock.

 

[pappy]

Some 1981 FJ60's did not have a windshield moulding. That weatherstrip is now discontinued. The current part number, 56121-90A05, is configured to accept a moulding.
I don't think that you would have to put the moulding back in. I have 2 factory strips in stock.

And to save you from asking the next question ... it retails for about 78 bucks before the MUD discount.

 

[cruiserdan]

$77.55 actually......;p

 

[marcfj60]

Someone on the other thread in the 60 forum pointed me to this thread regarding the value or purpose of the trim piece (apparently referred to as a "lock strip" in the biz)

https://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.p...an nouncement

Here's my original post in the 60 Forum.

https://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=124242