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 Mick058
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| posted on March 20th, 2008 at 08:14 AM |
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Installing/sealing windows
I need to get my windows put in on my beetle and i have been given some very different prices. The more expensive guy says that he seals them with a
cork compund. Is this needed for beetles? This guy reaken its needed so that the windows don't leak. I assume this would be a good precaution for
rust issues also.
Any comments on past experience/price or good blokes to use???
Cheap price is approx. $30 per window, expensive guy averages around $70 per window.
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| posted on March 20th, 2008 at 08:48 AM |
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I have always done my own and not found any problems. I just use the basic cal look seal with no lube or sealant.
I have no sympathy for my car, only the wallet that pays for it!
Go hard or go home!!!!
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| posted on March 20th, 2008 at 08:49 AM |
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Hi
Its a very easy job, what ever you do don't seal the windows, VW rubbers do not require sealing, the sealing compound will block drain holes in the
body and cause rust. I just use some nice cord, like window sash cord but a little thinner and diluted car wash to make it slippery.
The back window is the hardest, sides and front are much easier, even $30 per window is a bit rich.
Steve
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Mick058
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| posted on March 20th, 2008 at 10:14 AM |
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I live in hurstville, any experts want to help me for $80 this weekend??? My windows are clean, no rust, fresh (8 years old but never in the sun)
paint, WCM rubbers. I'm towing the car to Vintage on tuesday then to Coffs next saturday so i need them in really soon. My roof lining is also in.
Any takers? Just as long as your confident!
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| posted on March 20th, 2008 at 10:47 AM |
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r u fitting Cal look or ones with the trim ????
I can give u some pointers PM me yr adddress & number wot time yr home
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Mick058
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| posted on March 20th, 2008 at 10:53 AM |
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cal look! Heard the trim ones a real good fun.
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I've never fitted ones with the trim...
but some people can fit them
[You either can or can't]
or wreck them,
I really like the look of the trim...
the later model 1303 beetles had plastic trim...
I use venetian blind cord... fairly thin and won't break
just keep Your eyes [the two in the back of your head]
on the cord as it can bite into the rubber...
even electrial cord can rip them...
it IS a two man job... 3 may be better..??
If You are using a new laminated windscreen
just be careful as its not as tough as the original safety glass which is toughened..
soapy water or KY jelly is recommended as a lubricant
Do not use Armorall....
I hope You find someone...
there will be a few of them [window putter iners]
at Oran Park on Saturday..
Lee
- [size=4]Helping keep Air Cooled VWs on the road - location: SCONE in the Upper Hunter Valley - Northern NSW 320 kms NNW of SYDNEY--- [/size]
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