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WTB Factory sliding windows parts
Buzzy - October 9th, 2021 at 04:14 AM

Looking for sliding windows parts for factory fitted windows for 73 bus


vw54 - October 9th, 2021 at 06:01 PM

Where are you at

Very hard to find as there were different makers


1303Steve - October 10th, 2021 at 07:27 AM

I didn't think sliding windows came out until much later, I'm pretty sure 1973 models had fixed glass with flipper windows


Bizarre - October 10th, 2021 at 01:35 PM

Steve
Sliders came out from factory in Australian busses in 1977.


What parts are you after?

The latch and other bits if the trim are the same T3/Vanagon

Most of it is available from Gowesty and Van-Cafe

I just rebuilt a set for my 1976
Well worth it.


Buzzy - October 12th, 2021 at 01:59 PM

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Originally posted by vw54
Where are you at

Very hard to find as there were different makers


Buzzy - October 12th, 2021 at 02:00 PM

thanks folks.

I have a 73 bus and am installing orginal sliding windows. needing to replace the rubbers and sliders to keep water out. not sure of brand.


Bizarre - October 13th, 2021 at 12:45 PM

If the latch is at the bottom front they are original VW

If it is at front side 3:00 or 9:00 o'clock (depending on the side) then they are aftermarket or Brazillian

I got my bits from GoWesty
You will need this bit if you are taking the window out to replace the felt

https://www.gowesty.com/product/sliding-/22666/sliding-window-guide-piece-?v= 

or

https://www.vancafe.com/281847723BPACK-p/281847723bpack.htm 

The felt seems out os stock at GoWesty ...... was there yesterday, but AVD wouldnt allow me to post :(
Found it at VanCafe

https://www.vancafe.com/281847721-p/281847721.htm 


This is my van's windows
https://forums.kombiclub.com/threads/my-bay.58941/page-6 

There is a good thread on Kombiclub that has a very detailed write up