Im a 60 year old lady, and was told, you have a non genuine windscreen, we cant do it unless we take out the windscreen, and if will break and you going to have to do the whole thing. Went to BMW, we cant do that its not possible, a whole new windscreen and rubber cost about $2000.00. So I watch your video, I have a E325i E90 I purchased a genuine rubber seal from BMW, and I did it my self with a camping spoon as it was thin enough to push down, doing the top first, then the sides from the bottom up and it fits well and is sealed. It looks fine like it was done by a professional. Thank you for saving this old girl $2000.00. The upsell for extra money is just greedy. So far I have replaced the light washers on the bumper, new badge on the back and now the new seal. Next is to replace the struts and I have already bought them. I also have new spark plugs and oil and filters to do my service. Wish me luck.
@chimborazo32810 ай бұрын
👍👍❤
@bg-se7rq5 ай бұрын
Wow, I’ve done this on 4 past bmws… somehow not surprising bmw gets requires for full windscreen replace 🤦♂️ 💸
@JimHardee3 жыл бұрын
It's much easier if you slide both sides in rather than try to fight getting the C channel around the windshield like he did on the divers side. That's a good way to crack the windshield because on some cars it's way too tight right there. If you get one side slid in, pull up some slack in the center so you can then slide the other side in. Once both ends are started, you can then push down the slack from the center out, and then begin seating the C channel from one end to the other. Also removing is not as difficult as he made it look, but he did figure it out at the end. Just get it started on one side and pull.
@jasonvargas66252 жыл бұрын
Jim, what tools do you recommend for the job? Same ones as original post?
@FusionR300zx2 жыл бұрын
Wish I read this soon 😪 cracked mine lol
@muzzammildeen901 Жыл бұрын
@@FusionR300zx same
@stevensims3342 Жыл бұрын
Just did front and back, cleaned the channel with soap and a soft brush, removed the butyl gunk stuff (it comes on the new seals). Slid one side in, then the other, made sure they were even and it went into place super easy. I even filled some small spots where the paint had been rubbed off or something with some similar color rustoleum. After pressing it into place, peeled the double-sided tape cover and gave the seal a massage. Thanks for the pro-tip.
@gcwposs23 күн бұрын
This will sound backwards, but FPC Euro makes me want a BMW. Having a resource this good is rare. A parts supplier and educator all in one. Well done.
@GoFastGator3 жыл бұрын
Bend the new seal slightly, like a bow. Slide one end in, slide the other in, and press the rest of the seal into place, the ends will push outwards as the middle seats into the channel. Done. Once you’ve done it once, it’s a 10 minute job. But then I hope my new seals last long enough that I forget how to do it!
@mikefisher66233 жыл бұрын
This method works perfectly. Thanks Brian!
@AaronRadfords2 жыл бұрын
Just did the same. The FCP approach doesn't work, tried it a few times then guessed your approach. Perfect result.
@pepitopepito29672 жыл бұрын
FCP surely made it look easy but his method was almost impossible in my 330i e90. you’re pro tip was much easier. i may also add, using some soapy water or windex and a plastic trim tool makes it even easier when pushing the rest in that tight spaces
@Bimmerfan_e36Ай бұрын
This was a great additional tip. I was struggling with the other end! Thanks a bunch!
@mikelodes518720 күн бұрын
Best video of the bunch. Thanks for the extra time to show the steps.
@grady.stu.83003 жыл бұрын
The urethane that holds the windshield in does not deteriorate. That's why car manufacturers use it. Those moldings are only cosmetic. The only thing that can break the seal over time is rust. It's annoying when people say incorrect info on their channels. Still gave you a thumbs up though. Lol
@FPSAnarchy3 жыл бұрын
it seems i am leaking water from where the piece is missing on passenger side, could it be sunroof drain clogged?
@jeffreyhinman13973 жыл бұрын
You can slide both ends in first then do the center of the seal. No need to pull the side trims off the front.
@UnJustAF2 жыл бұрын
Rip to my windshield o7 that metal c channel put up a good fight and ultimately I cracked the windshield. Even with a few microfiber towels. I’m really surprised it was in as tight as it was, there was no molding left above it and water was getting in. Well safelight said they could be here tomorrow. Plan b it is
@b20teamunknown2 жыл бұрын
How much was your window replacement?
@LouMires Жыл бұрын
It does look a bit tedious, but you did a great job explaining and guiding to where I feel quite confident to do this myself. Thank you! Grateful for all of FCP Euro's videos. Already started ordering parts from you guys.
@fcpeuro Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching Lou, this is why we do it! Happy wrenching.
@KERO_FL Жыл бұрын
Just cracked my windshield while using a screw driver to remova old one. DO NOT USE SCREW DRIVERS AT ALL.
@bmwbydesign15903 жыл бұрын
I really like how the camera is so far I can’t se anything 👍🏼
@mohamedeltawab3 жыл бұрын
The sliding trick was amazing! Thank you!!
@fcpeuro3 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@garygrenier3 жыл бұрын
Wow, STUNNED by how bad that trim is. Nice Job Nate and FCP!!
@SterlingCooper212 жыл бұрын
Great guide, but what was the degreaser/solvent cleaner that would be recommended for this job?
@user-nu1kq2zb6q Жыл бұрын
Do you have a video for Lower Windshield Trim Seal Replacement DIY for 2008 E90 sedan?
@fcpeuro Жыл бұрын
We do not, but we could certainly do one!
@modularformsboy4 ай бұрын
It's much easier to insert the new rubber with a wide trim tool like you might find at harbor freight. No hammer needed, no risk to your windshield.
@sonicnofadz Жыл бұрын
probably a good time to pull the roof mouldings and respray those as well
@hellblast9113 жыл бұрын
Had mine replaced under warranty. Now it's years later and time to do it again. Rear was very easy, like it should be. Front was borderline impossible because I've had the windshield replaced once. So much glue under the window that the c-clamp will never fit. I'll redo the rubber trim when i get a new windshield. Until then, passenger side is a mess.
@brandonbogart71957 ай бұрын
Great Video. All videos on KZbin of windshield seals are only the top seal. I wonder why only a couple on the lower seal and windshield cowel, which water also takes the easiest path and to the lowest point.
@VolkanSoyler10 ай бұрын
Thank you, i apreciate, my e90 318d too !
@robertgray65123 жыл бұрын
I like the Benny Hill sound effects.
@ryankaiser31042 жыл бұрын
Literally just finished mine🥵✨😭
@thivesennayager62783 жыл бұрын
Just what I needed
@OndroFe2 жыл бұрын
what a fucking job, cracked mine on both sides
@godfatherofcinema2 жыл бұрын
great video. now to get this crappy thing changed. Thanks!
@zuc3sal3 жыл бұрын
Perfect instructions. Thank you.
@mikecolby2951Ай бұрын
So i just received this part, and it was completely folded in half. Now the rubber has waves in it that won't flatten out. Is this how these seals are normally shipped?
@wouterclaes3 жыл бұрын
At around 03:00 mins the metal rail is taken out. Why was this done? Does it not need to be retrofitted afterwards? Just asking before I start :)
@2468xx3 жыл бұрын
Bummer that you don’t show any close ups of the seal. I ordered one via Amazon and cannot get the C channel to fully slide into place. Tried 10 different angles on my 2006 325i. It’ll fit on the ends but will not go all the way into place in the center. Cheap part?
@TheLoneRanger19922 ай бұрын
Why do ppl say you can crack the windscreen? How would it crack? When you pull that trim out?
@angelsoto21943 жыл бұрын
I had to replace my windshield because I pulled in the seal to hard when taking it out. Job ended up costing me 300 smackers
@slscamg3 жыл бұрын
This looks like an absolute PIA. If I had an E 90 I think I would just pray my windshield cracked and had the insurance company repair that seal lol
@charlesbcraig3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. I just had my Indy shop do it two months ago on my 2007 328xi E92.
@onecookieboy3 жыл бұрын
A sharp smack with a dumpy hammer would expedite the replacement of the windshield!
@uncoturner3 жыл бұрын
could you show us how to remove the roof molding rails without breaking the clips? i see the paint has failed on those with this car also. thanks!
@sandrajones9654 Жыл бұрын
Thanks very helpful
@86FxBdyCpe2 жыл бұрын
thank you.
@fcpeuro2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, Steve!
@dnaxfilms91323 жыл бұрын
Please do this w211 e63 for the bottom windshield trim
@colinwahl25093 жыл бұрын
Rear seal next? What about the roof rain ditch moldings? God bmw dropped the ball on this car's trim.
@brandont17993 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXaZaqF8bd6Xpac Here is the rear window trim. I love this guys channel and use it for all my e90 diy’s.
@DrNeo_The1Ай бұрын
hi QQ is the windshield for a 325i 2012 same as the 328i 2012? can you help im in mexico :)
@justpeachie26 Жыл бұрын
Weird, if you contact FCP Euro’s customer service department they will tell you this part should be installed in a shop because the glass needs to be removed for proper installation 🤔🤔🤔
@BeverlyHowell2 ай бұрын
This part on my 2004 BMW 325i looks fine, but the BOTTOM of the windshield molding (rubber strip) is cracked badly and leaking. What product do I need to fix that? Thank you in advance!
@fcpeuro2 ай бұрын
Hi Beverly, more than likely, your windshield cowl needs replacing/attention. Feel free to reach out to our team @ Service@fcpeuro.com if you cannot find what you are looking for on FCPEuro.com
@Kaindingo2 ай бұрын
@@fcpeuroany chance you can do a video on the lower windshield seal? Haven’t seen any good videos/instructions for replacement.
@danrucker99022 жыл бұрын
What was the degreaser solvent that was used in the video?
@nikolamakedon86815 ай бұрын
5 euro from ali expres for two minute is changet
@vo.nnie__35512 жыл бұрын
I cracked my windshield 😭😭
@kevincourtney4732 жыл бұрын
Great video thanks. I purchased a genuine BMW replacement seal based on my chassis number and it was all going fine from the slide across at the start but as I got to about half way through I was having a lot of trouble getting the c channel to seat itself on the windscreen and almost to the point that I thought the product was faulty. In the end, after at least 1 hour of pushing and tapping with a nail counter sink tool and using the Terri cloth with my hammer I had to give up as it looked like crap and was getting no where. My question is should I try to use something like a tiny bit of RP7 in the c channel to help it slide on or will this cause some problems late on? Appreciate your thoughts?
@stephenlishman47509 ай бұрын
How much is a genuine seal from bmw in £
@michaelgordon34343 жыл бұрын
Would applying a small amount of heat with a heat gun prior to the removal of the old seal help? Or would it be unnecessary.
@sebastianj45499 ай бұрын
Where can i buy it?
@TheDomin8rr3 жыл бұрын
I have a similar issue with a '05 Mercedes E320 but it's the seal between bottom of windshield & car body. Is there a replacement seal available for the bottom of windshield?
@araujojunior47363 жыл бұрын
Você teria o código dessa peça? Obrigado
@Eck0es3 жыл бұрын
I recently replaced my windshield so they replaced the dry stripping so its good as new. But now the problem is my back rear window corner stripping which have deteriorated away and now the corners are pretty much exposed. Hope you guys have a solution for that
@NicoDelCap7 ай бұрын
This a job
@mattyice20993 жыл бұрын
Everything was fantastic but working with your ring on made me cringe a little sometimes lol
@fcpeuro3 жыл бұрын
Time for us to buy all our team rubber rings!
@CastroJordan3 жыл бұрын
Same for f3x?
@hehecheesy2 жыл бұрын
any tips for the rear glass lower trim? i replaced it but it keeps popping out at the corners
@fcpeuro2 жыл бұрын
Hey Chris, you can try and use a little bit of heat to make the seal a bit more malleable, and combined with a trim tool you should be able to get it seated a little better.
@chrismagana163 жыл бұрын
Real question, if it were to crack again do we send all the crumble pieces back for a new one under the lifetime warranty ?
@fcpeuro3 жыл бұрын
100%
@MangoSpringroll3 жыл бұрын
e9s takes way more work than this.... T_T Just did mine today, sides aren't perfect..... but better than chipped away rubber.....
@AX5Z3 жыл бұрын
Don't do this unless you have a spare windshield.
@masonthomas82103 жыл бұрын
Would the same part work on a E90 320i? I know it isn't listed in the comments as a working model but praying it would still fit
@fcpeuro3 жыл бұрын
Yes, I believe the only reason its not listed is because that it not a US/North American Market model, but since its an E90 it should be the same part!
@masonthomas82103 жыл бұрын
@@fcpeuro Thank you
@TheTechy22 жыл бұрын
Is this the same as the e93 vert?
@fcpeuro2 жыл бұрын
The process will be similar, however, the seal for the E93 covers both the top portion of the windshield as well as both A pillar sides. Part number 51317150646 available on FCPEuro.com with images!
@wankersonwhisky2 жыл бұрын
Why not just use a trim tool instead of a metal pick?!
@adamk54363 жыл бұрын
if you do not want a new windshild, I advise against it
@thooke2222 жыл бұрын
Did yours crack?
@ryderlehmann23662 жыл бұрын
Would this fit a 323i 2009?
@fcpeuro2 жыл бұрын
Hi Ryder, while we did not get the 323i E9X here in the states, the idea should be exactly the same. You can cross reference part numbers on a site like bimmercat.com
@Lup3r2 жыл бұрын
"Do you see how I'm hooking it to the windshield at 90 degrees?" No literally both of your arms are blocking everything we're supposed to be seeing. You have a whole camera man yet you don't move around for a better shot..
@enedifanovaha77133 жыл бұрын
Bro you need to move up your camera on first half your video