73 - 87 vent glass window restoration CHEVROLET GMC chevy DIY C10 C20 C30

just an idea on how to restore them and save big money... parts were $140 to build both:

[@jaydeboard1754]

This is the first video that didn't take the frame apart.

[@chriscraft77022]

when you actually start to do yours( in which you won’t) you will understand

[@JakeKennes]

You did quite well... just repaired my '85 driver side vent window lock, but without a single new or replacement part... simply because they are hard to get here and if then very expensive here in the European communist Union superstate!! I re-designed and re-created the outer and inner seal and added a piece of thin tubing over the center of the outer bolt, so that no metal comes in direct contact with the glass plate. The seals are now made of inner tube rubber and seal firmly onto the glass and I added a half hard plastic ring on the inside to give more surface pressure on the glass and a firmer solid lock of the protruding bolt, this helps prevent the complete inner core from rotating when someone tries to unlock the window forcefully without first pushing well on the unlock button in the middle... in fact that is the mistake you made... you used force to open the latch but did not push enough on the unlock button, which in result caused the entire inner part to rotate and actually undoes, weakens and loosens the actual locking action one may hope for. Since the latch was also rotating very poorly around the center piece, I cleaned and lightly coated the inner works with copper grease to assure a lifetime hassle free operation... this may cause some greasy fingers the first few times, but after a couple of wipe offs we're all good. I will have to do the same job on the passenger side of my '85 Blazer and will video record and share how to do it. That one in addition has the lower pivot bolt with spring etc snapped off, so that is an additional challenge, but we'll get there... I hope!

[@user-pi3sp6oz3k]

Good job! I'll do my own now. I live just around the corner from Outback Truck Parts. Love those guys!

[@aaronappel9002]

This video was extremely helpful. It also saved me 500$ having someone else do it. Thanks bud!!!!

[@Kurnacopia]

Outstanding video....I am doing a 78 Chevy Scottsdale right now. This was wonderful to see. Thank you!!

[@dirtymurt5870]

Thanks brother for the advice on knowing which type of weatherstripping needed and the glass tape instructions. I had to reorder the weatherstripping because I had the one piece instead of 2 piece, which I needed. Thanks again for the video.

[@BooBooJonez]

Don't use steel wool. I was a professional glazier for many years. Wet the surface with window cleaner (Preferably "Sprayway") then take a single edge razor and put it's edge flat to the surface and move in one direction only. Do not slide the blade back and forth against to glass. Go in one direction, stop, lift blade from the glass and go back then contact glass and move in same direction again. I've polished out scratches such as in this video but never once have I ever used any kind of medium other than polish designed specifically for glass. Other than that, this video is very helpful.

[@bryonbahr3883]

Hey bud, great tip on the locking buttons. "thank you sir"

[@christopherparnell5701]

Great video man. Helped out a lot

[@tcollier4017]

great video! glad I found it 👍

[@shawnrussell375]

I know this is a little late but restoration world in Dayton Ohio has 73-80 vent window frames. I've dealt with them several times over the phone and in person and they're great people to deal with.

[@perryroger21]

They still have them. Just picked up a left side.

[@artieartieartasmr6407]

You had shown chrome Chevy truck door mirrors with broken glass said you would sell them, I'd like to buy them please & thank you.

[@ericoftheleefamily5625]

can u send me a link so i can buy both of my vent window frames & think you very much for your service

[@PROXIMO22]

thanks dude!

[@rayjohnson7886]

Where can the long outer channel belt liner be purchased at thank you.

[@dnaparkour1]

Nice!

[@chrisscuglia5339]

I have a ‘86 K10 Burb. The vent window has the tabs. Do I require the two piece seal? Thanks!

[@rayjohnson7886]

What's the part number for the glass set tape?

[@rayjohnson7886]

The tape from LMC doesn't lay over like the seal you using.

[@samson872000]

Is that 1/64 setting tape?

[@mr.404atl2]

Thanks Chris!

[@dennisgary3913]

I know it's kinda randomly asking but does anyone know of a good place to watch newly released tv shows online ?

[@bowendarius5084]

@Dennis Gary try FlixZone. You can find it on google =)

[@nixonjase6487]

@Dennis Gary i watch on FlixZone. Just google for it :)

[@rayjohnson7886]

I used a hair blow dryer and it made it more easier to remove the frame.

[@kennethruehl8299]

Cool

[@ralphgarcia6605]

🔥

[@colbylange9282]

So I have an 85 and one of the vent windows has the tabs and one has the rivets. I ordered the 2 piece and both of the pieces that came had the tabs. I noticed you only showed the vent window with the tabs but did this happen to you ? What do you do with the tabs for the rivet side?

[@TchNEDM]

Did you ever get a reply or find an answer to this?

[@colbylange9282]

@@TchNEDM yes

[@TOMVUTHEPIMP]

Obviously one of your vent windows is the wrong year.

[@DUDE72341]

I have 84 gmc g series van, any interchangability you could provide would help me replace mine, can i get these out of c series pickups? Thanks

[@chriscraft77022]

not the same

[@leehrh263]

Outback truck parts in Spring Texas carries the 79-81 window frame

[@chriscraft77022]

I did end up buying some… video doing 73-80 coming soon

[@floydmayweather9536]

​@@chriscraft77022.... How much would you charge to do a set I'm in Houston

[@dannyaustin7124]

I need the parts number for the setting tape.

[@Ratkwad]

Man, your talk of tacos and pizza gave me an appetite

[@geravasquez6747]

Just came across your channel, what part of Texas are you in and are you interested in redoing my vent windows . Of course not for free, please let me know

[@jd8230]

You sure that little notch goes down on the trim?

[@chriscraft77022]

first time doing that year.. i really dont know but i did put them all together and they seem right

[@gregorycooper7962]

does this apply to a 1988 gmc g3500 vandura???

[@mscjones1072]

yes it does, it works perfectly

[@user-lo1zr7mi9q]

I just recently bought 1977 doors to replace my 1984 doors can I take the wing windows out of my 1984 doors and put them in the 1977 doors

[@rayjohnson7886]

I guess somebody replaced both in my 1985 GMC Sierra Classic C15 Suburban it has 8 tabs I ordered new frames but the conture is different from the glass the top of the frame is more straight than curve.

[@samb697]

Where some links to buy all the materials please, nothing in description

[@chriscraft77022]

I got them from outback truck parts in spring, tx. LMC, brothers, classic industries ... the parts are all different for different years.. that’s why no links

[@samb697]

@@chriscraft77022 ok cool, im in spring texas 👍

[@samb697]

@@chriscraft77022 what about the frame part that always rusts in bottom corners. Im needing a pair of those.

[@chriscraft77022]

have you found Robi in liberty, tx for used parts?

[@stuartbosworth7275]

Precision sells parts and can rebuild them too

[@sixtyfourchebby4507]

Hay how are ya? I've got a square body graveyard, if you need explanation for repair let me know ok? Take care Devin

[@chriscraft77022]

i need 73-80 dually bed 2 tone trim moldings (4) pieces that go between the dually fenders and bed side.. please tell me you have some you can sell me...

[@philortega6516]

@@chriscraft77022 very informative how-to chris,your videos are always detailed. Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences.

[@sixtyfourchebby4507]

I don't have those mouldings but will ask my brother. You May be better off cutting a set of standard mouldings down. Take care Devin

[@chriscraft77022]

@@sixtyfourchebby4507 let me know.. i will pay $200 for a good set..

[@sixtyfourchebby4507]

Will do Take care Devin

[@rayjohnson7886]

Painting the inside makes the rubber hard to slide in.

[@Jay-wn6uf]

How the heck are yall getting it in the groove?

[@chriscraft77022]

dial soap.. it is in the video

[@Jay-wn6uf]

@@chriscraft77022 I did, lots and a little lol. Got top and bottom snagged in but the middle part seems too wide to snap in groove.

[@floydmayweather9536]

​@@Jay-wn6uf.... I gave up after 3 days

[@Jay-wn6uf]

@@floydmayweather9536yea I did pass side and said f it. Just gone add stripping to drive side where I hear wind

[@floydmayweather9536]

@@Jay-wn6uf .... How much would you charge to do mine I'm in Houston

[@Brodrdude97]

Brah, I have a 75 c20 with 81+ vent windows rip, I already ordered the 70s rubber

[@chriscraft77022]

do they work or noticeable air or water leaks?

[@Brodrdude97]

@chriscraft77022 they Whistle like crazy but that cuz the rubber on it all trashed

[@user-wr2hl2ui5m]

Hey eBay sell the frame by itself

[@user-mt4si1zg3t]

My Dad would have spanked him for letting his channel locks get so rusty, and would have disallowed him from using the tool again.

[@johnduncan7039]

LMC truck parts

[@rayjohnson7886]

87 is a 2 piece

[@rayjohnson7886]

My 87 suburban is 2 pieces.

[@suli69xxx57]

LMC truck i believe have them