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11-23-2008, 03:35 PM
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Rear Glass Re-seal?
I have a 1980 Trans Am I had painted about 6 years ago. The cars hasnt seen very much driving time until recently. I was cleaning the rear window a few weeks ago and noticed it was loose. Can I just remove the rear trim, clean the channel, and reseal it with urathane window weld? Its got plenty of "silicone" looking stuff on there, but it looks like it didnt stick or something? Anyone care to chime in? Or should I just take it somewhere, and have it done professionally?
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11-23-2008, 05:07 PM
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You should be able to handle this your self.
I'd use a butyl tape to set the window and then use the urethane in the gap around it. That's a pretty common thing with a 2cnd gen bird. I've pushed many of them out. MIke
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11-23-2008, 05:07 PM
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I'd have it resealed professionally. For this reason. Next year when you get her out and back on the road, there's a good chance that when you have your windows down, the rear glass could blow out. And it could hit someone or someone else's car. Better safe than sorry Ryche.
 Besides, it shouldn't cost too much to have it resealed and they'll use the correct seal.
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11-23-2008, 05:10 PM
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I've removed and installed a few front and rear glass sets but frankly, for what they charge for a simple R & R, I think it's worthwhile to let a pro do it one time and be done with it..... They've got the urethane, the heaters, the applicators and the anti rust primer right there at hand.
The urethane can be a hassle to work with if you're not used to it....especially when it's cool.
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11-27-2008, 02:42 AM
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I also vote for a professional reseal. It is done pretty cheaply.
Robert
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