1955-63 Chevy & GMC Truck Wrap Around Windshield Install

Classic Truck builder, and Owner of A.R.T. Customs in CA, Dave Welch shows us step-by-step how to remove and replace the classic "knee knocker" windshield on a Chevrolet or GMC PIckup. Dave is here at BROTHERS every week bringing new videos to keep your truck running and looking great!
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[@sammyarmstrong2098]

All of us with the 60-63 are so appreciative of these videos. They help so much

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks man!

[@hsvsenator355]

I have a 1962 Holden sedan here in Australia and it too has a wrap around windscreen. This video has been priceless in aiding me to now install my windscreen correctly and sanely!!! (Having had 3 failed and frustrating attempts so far)

[@richardleclair3848]

Great information,I recently purchased my late brother-in laws 57 3100, (with broken w/s of course) he purchased a new very expensive windshield but never installed it,after much searching it is unbelievable that no one knows how to install a windshield the old hands on way,the ones that say they know how want a small fortune,after months of anxiety stress and waiting and after watching your video/instructions,I feel very confident that along with a helper I can do it myself, Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and wisdom.

[@phatbobproductions7733]

Best windshield install video I've ever seen !! Really helped me with my 63 impala job. Just want to say thank you. 🙏🏽👊🏽💯😎

[@FernandoGarcia-ed7vr]

Let it sit on the sun... love it! Awesome video. Thanks! Whoever (9) that do not think its a great video, I would love to see your instructions.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@timothyroatenberry1274]

Dave I wish I new 1/2 of what you have forgotten on these old trucks ! A salute to you sir ! Thanks for the videos !!!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Glad you like them!

[@albertzerhusen4175]

I had a ‘62 C-10 and replaced the windshield by myself. You’re right about being in the right state of mind. Had I been in a hurry or frustrated, the installation wouldn’t have been successful. The windows on a C-10 up through a ‘63 are not cheap. Great advice to have a friend assist in the install, even though it can be done by yourself. Great series and company. I used Brothers exclusively when I was rebuilding my ‘62. Outstanding OEM (or better) quality! Thank you!

[@adriantomlin2902]

Once again Dave damn fine demo!! Descriptive and to the point. Thanks again man!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Our pleasure!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks again for the feedback and patronage!

[@oldblueshhrchannel1847]

Gives full directions and the confidence to get this intimidating job done! So much better to get this job done yourself! There aren’t many glass guys left, that will do the old school weather strip glass install!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks OldBlue!

[@hsvsenator355]

Thank you so much, this instructional video should be “set in stone” as the go to instructional video for wrap around windscreens. It’s taken me 3 failed and frustrating attempts so far before watching your video, I now know where I was going wrong, I was at the point where I was about to pay for someone else to do it! Not now, I feel confident and in the right frame of mind to do it one last time and do it right! Cheers mate.

[@malikdigger4544]

Nothing better than having 2nd set of hands to help on window project such as that . Form window cleaner I may need try that myself & saving this video very helpful especially if your replacing a car or truck window for first time.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@erikwilson9498]

most common sense instructions I have seen on any youtube video! Thanks. I am now a subscriber!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for watching and for the feedback!

[@lukeb5153]

Dave is the real deal. I've been watching him since his mobile rust repair days. Love these videos.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks Luke!

[@lkj0822g]

Love this series. Keep up the good work.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Will do, thanks for watching!

[@thefirebirdman8370]

Great video. Thank you for all the tips and specific installation methods.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Our pleasure, thank you for watching!

[@wadehoney9922]

You and your buddies are awesome- well constructed, tutorial episodes. Thank you!!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for watching Wade!

[@famousamoss]

I want to thank you for this really helpful video. I had to replace the headlining on my 1963 Humber Super Snipe series IV (an English car) and needed to remove and replace the front and rear wrap-around windscreens. I was completely lost on the front windscreen and nearly gave up in despair, as it didn’t seem to fit. I followed your instructions and managed to get it in today. Many thanks…this is the very best video and advice I’ve seen. Nice work.

[@edwardlocke874]

You’re the best on the web…thank you

[@Vern.Anderson]

great video! very in depth and goes into a lot of detail!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Much appreciated!

[@TheLoobis]

16:40 YES! Be in the right frame of mind.

[@jeremiahcompton8306]

Thank you so much for the amazing video. Only video I could find that showed start to stop and told what they were doing step by step. Confident I can do it on my 2 cars now. Thank you again

[@georgecoppus4539]

Great info, doing my 1st full restoration and these videos have helped greatly

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@ipwee]

Great point about letting the rubber sit for a while. Thanks for the video

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@rubenosuna115]

Very informative on installation. Can't wait to install mine

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Good luck with the project!

[@timpope1221]

Awesome video...getting prepared to install all new glass on my 59 Chevy Apache, Thanks for these great videos !

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Our Pleasure!

[@garylangley4502]

Thanks for the great video!! I'll be installing the rear glass on my brother's 1954 Dodge Coronet soon.

[@carlfisher8996]

Great Job!!!!!!

[@emiliovieroxproject]

Very cool thanks for the video. About to change out my windshield in my 1961 Econoline this helped immensely and much appreciated!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for the feedback and for watching!

[@UcantBeSerious03]

Great stuff - thanks so much - Love that badge on the sleeve - so professional :)

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for watching! Good eye!

[@markcarter78]

Great video. I could have used this last week. Now my windshield is a do over

[@stevehudson7429]

What a great channel! This guy is awesome.

[@jasona6222]

I consider this a 5 beer job by yourself. Use a 1” ratchet strap to keep pressure on the glass. I didn’t have 1/4 rope but I used round weed eater string. Excellent video from a respected professional.

[@engnr7031]

Wow! Super in depth. Some people explain what they are doing while they do it. He teaches you how to do this! I tried this before watching and resolved to pay someone to do it. I believe I am going to give this another try myself.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

You can definitely do it, just have some patience!

[@joshtonry4291]

You are the man! Thankyou so much. I've worked in the industry for years and hadn't done a rope in gasket style windshield. Your video was very informative!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks man! Good luck with your project!

[@johnfharvey]

Great video, watched it 3 times to pick up all the salient points. Have just removed the windscreen successfully from a 1991 Talbot Express, have all recommended bits ready for the install, just waiting for the right state of mind😅. Big thank you from the UK, Salisbury.

[@jaimea6012]

Awesome video

[@benndom82]

That's super helpful. It's basically a weekend project with the amount of down time needed. Still super good info to share.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@user-gg6sd7db4k]

Great Video. I would really like to see how you guys make it watertight. We all now the sealing process is what makes the job difficult and messy. Thank you for the videos great work.

[@MidwestToolReview]

I learned a lot from this video. Looking forward to installing my windshield in the 58 GMC 100. I also learned, get friends with big hands, and not the little guys...makes it easier when it comes to tapping/pounding on the windshield to seat it...

[@scottpella7419]

I was just talking about replacing the windshield in my 60'. I've done a lot of flat glass windshields...this one has me a little worried! Perfect timing on this video, thanks!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Absolutely, hope it helps!

[@GMCTIM]

I chickened out on my oldest sons 55 truck windshield ! Don't all the rest of the glass during restore ! But DIDNT want to make a 500.00 mistake ! Called the pros ! 😂

[@stevephillips2685]

Very good information.. nicely done.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@seamus545]

Thanks for the great video! Very informative.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@justinbono1600]

I'm doing a resto mod on a 60 Tbird with a curved windshield and it is cracked. I've purchased a new glass and seal but I have not had any luck finding any glass companies willing to replace it for me at any cost. I was terrified to attempt it myself, that is until I watched your video! You have increased my confidence to the point that I feel I can do this with the help of a couple of friends. The installation is still 6 months away but I feel ready to do it! Thank you for this video!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thank you for watching and good luck with your project!

[@dougnbodie]

Thanks for making this look so easy.....

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@GManKeepsltReal]

Great explanation!!!

[@kirkloftis9688]

Getting ready to do mine, thanks for tips..

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Our pleasure!

[@texasplumr]

60-66 are my favorite years in Chevy Trucks and I've had a few "Knee Knockers". I'm 6'2" and I've never hit my knees but I understand the knickname. 60 or 61 are my favorite years with the torsion bar suspension, double hump dash, knee knocker windshield and that beautiful hood! I have a 65 now and this series on these models has been very valuable to me so I appreciate you taking the time to make them. Thank you!

[@adriantomlin2902]

Got me a 61 Apache!! Have owned for years!! With that beautiful hood your referring to!!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Plenty more videos on 60-66 trucks coming in the next few weeks, Subsrcibe and Ring the Bell! Thanks for watching!

[@texasplumr]

@@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV I'm subscribed and have been following you on here.

[@texasplumr]

@@adriantomlin2902 my 65 I bought in 2000 so I've had it for 20 years now. It's a C-20 long bed step side one owner farm truck and I bought it simply because it's a long stepper and the fact that it is a 3/4 ton was just a bonus. It's been a long road but everything mechanical is new now and I'm just now starting on the interior so the video on replacing the window gasket and felt came at the perfect time. After I finish the doors I'll start on the floor pan and buy some seats on Ebay with a built in shoulder harness to install when the floor is finished. It's been a long and expensive project s far and I haven't done any body work yet. I think I'll retire in February and that's when I'll start on the body. And since there isn't much rust to repair, just the usual placers like rockers and lower fenders, I should be able to give it a CLR bath after I've patched the bad spots, buff out the paint that's left and then shoot it with clear. It'll be nice to start on something else when I'm done with this one.

[@texasplumr]

@@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV I'd really like to see a rack and pinion install. I have power steering that I swapped from a square body (I believe 72) but I'm not happy with it so I first thought I'd buy a quick ratio gear box, which was ridiculously priced! Then I had a thought: Why not rack and pinion? There are kits readily available. My thinking always costs me money.

[@robinwendt5527]

Nice. Super informative and specific

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for the feedback and for watching!

[@danielgarcia7010]

Awesome video thanks . Iam going to attempt to do my front windshield also

[@Campsnowcactus]

Worked in a body shop as gopher in the 60's and we had a glass installer come in. I dont know how he did it, or if he did it correctly, but he could install this type of w/s, which was common then, in less than 30 minutes. Should have paid closer attention! Have watched this twice in prep to install in my own 63 that I bought new in 64. Thanks for the tips. Your video is a huge help.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Our pleasure!

[@joesneve500]

very well explained ! Thank you !

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Our pleasure!

[@danthompson6659]

love the 62. I'm s till working on getting one of the earlier trucks y'all worked on back on the road...

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Good luck with your project!

[@pauldow1648]

Good tip to smooth those sharp factory seams........ Had to clean up a little seam rust area prior to installing my replacement windshield. Used some JB weld to make it look pretty again.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks!

[@grahampearson6431]

subscribed. you the man! I can tell you've been in this game a while. Thanks for the tips brotha!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Our pleasure!

[@philliptoole8360]

Good job that guy knows whats up

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@khancross]

Phantastic tutorial!!

[@ricardosalgado5658]

Great job!!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thank you sir!

[@BigTex347]

I've got a 1948 Flxible bus (split windshield) that I'm replacing both the drivers and passengers side windshield. These windshields are very large and slightly curved. Thanks for the video - I've watched it a few times - I'm a lot more confident that I can do it myself. I'll post again with an up-date once I get the windshields replaced.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Can't wait to hear how it goes!

[@GaryBrown-kd4fs]

Thank you

[@Dan-rw4ph]

thank you.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Our Pleasure!

[@mylily14]

Dude is awsome

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

Tomorrow is the big day for my 62 C10 Projects glass going back in, hope it goes this well!

[@jackhenderson4357]

I am working on 1961 Suburban, your windshield vido was very very helpful thanks so much . I would like to see how to see how to install the windshield trim .

[@cbobscountrybunker2312]

Verry good video

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@tommytt5564]

Positive

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@davidhogan5133]

Nice video.😊🌄

[@johncarroll4760]

Thanks for another awesome video! I installed my windshield with the help of chief mechanic, my wife. A couple of days later I noticed it needs to be shifted down a bit in the drivers side lower corner. Please advise the best approach to address this issue. No need to candy coat it, LOL. Thank you again for your time saving, informative videos. I have used many of them on my 66 C10 rebuild!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Best option would be to buy some cheap glass handling suction cups from Harbor Freight or something like that. Then spray some glass cleaner on the seal inside and out and try to pull it down with the handles on the cups. It might also need the rubber shifted around at the same time, good luck!

[@jeremymcnew9340]

Great video, love the attention to detail. You wouldn't happen to have a video on replacing the panel between the roof and the windshield would you?

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

We don't have one at the moment, but we'll look into it. Thanks!

[@TheLoobis]

Man, that's a lot of work.

[@triot2127]

Thanks for your tutorial. It's surprisingly difficult to find a professional installer that is willing to do a windshield with a rope in gasket. Where I live anyway.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Well hopefully you can handle it yourself now and you don't need an installer! Thanks for watching!

[@Tempsho]

Any reason why you didn't use a bedding and glazing sealant compound between the molding and the pinchweld? Some guys do, some guys don't. It seems from the factory they use it. I'm about to install a windshield on a 1969 F100, and the windshield that's in there now has a bead all around the gasket between the outside lip and the body of the truck.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

The seal is designed to work without any additional sealant. There's nothing wrong with using it for a little extra assurance that it won't leak, but it isn't necessary.

[@richardwilson3187]

I have a 56 gmc and have broken two windshields trying to install new seal but with this video I see what I was doing wrong

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Well good luck with your next attempt!

[@thegrimm9434]

Looks great very help full can you show how to put the chrome trim in

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

The process is the same on a truck with trim, except you place the trim in the rubber when you put the rubber on the glass but before you place it in the cab. We'll try and find a truck around here that has trim and need a window.

[@davidwelch8488]

Basically same but you have to put trim in first

[@therealgaragegirls]

7:55 That's a great tip! Pun unintentional.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

LOL, thanks for watching!

[@speedbuggy7240]

I've watched several of your vids and plan on watching probably all of them. I'm going to be ordering some of your body panels along with other products for my 69 chevy C10 conversion to a 4x4 with an LS & 4L80 swap. Over all you do a great job.. I was curious on this windshield install why you didn't have at least the edge painted before the re-instillation of the windshield? And being that LS swaps have become so popular, have you thought of offering LS swap kits? Thanks for the vids. Keep them coming..

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

First, we DO offer LS Swap kits and we even did a video on a swap on a '64 we messed with last year, here's that link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5CqZ4B_md2Ygbc. Second, most of the videos we make are meant to provide our customers with support for their projects and the parts they buy from us. They are also for us to test our products for quality and fitment so we can provide the best parts and customer service if someone needs help. Our videos are not necessarily because we NEED to do that particular project on the subject vehicle. So, to answer the question of why we didn't paint the edge before re-installation, it wasn't going to be a long term repair and will likely be coming out again soon for another project so we didn't bother.

[@CM-sd4gi]

That was fantastic. I have a important question. often windshields will have a chrome insert in the glass rubber seal. Do you install it first before the roping in? Or do you install the chrome after wards and is there any special techniques?

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

That depends on the year of the truck and if it a hard stainless trim or a flexible Chrome trim. 99% of hard stainless will be inserted into the rubber BEFORE installing the glass into the truck. Flexible Chrome trim always gets installed after the fact.

[@trentgoeslive]

Go ahead

[@mrdgauto1]

I have a1955 chevy truck and have to install a windshield and do some door adjustment if you do one that I can see would be a great help on the door adjustment. I can install that windshield now.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

We'll be working on a body panel alignment video very soon that should be very helpful for you!

[@markekberg8371]

So I was quoted 125 for a windshield and 150 for shipping. Local installer is 300 installed. Don't mind learning something like this, but logic says let's the pros do it.

[@Romanrootergarage]

Where can purchase the tools you used for the instal. Exceptional video BTW it’s very much appreciated.

[@OrcaRebuild]

My man Dave really just said, "I don't wear gloves. I have to have my hands tough to do this kind of work." Weird flex, but okay.

[@allanerickson6012]

Don't forget to take off your rings, when slapping

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Yep, great tip!

[@The1BlueWhistler]

i've got to replace my windshield and seal in my 62'. Thanks for the great install video. Are you going to fix the door on you truck because I have a huge crease in mine and i am trying to decide if I should find a replacement door or do a skin. Any suggestions?

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

We are planning to do a repair on this door in an upcoming video. Honestly, we're not sure we can save it because of some damage to the inner structure, but we're going to try anyway. Subscribe and stay tuned!

[@The1BlueWhistler]

@@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV Thanks for the reply, i have been sub. for a while and look forward to the upcoming videos on your 62.

[@schutzhund3933]

Watch David on Sam’s Garage. He has been repairing the truck door. Velocity channel

[@adriantomlin2902]

Thanks Blue whistler I was the one who requested Dave to a vid on this very project!!

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

@@adriantomlin2902 As always, thanks for the feedback and suggestions!

[@andya79]

How do you package the windshields for shipment? Do most people receive them unbroken? Thanks.

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

We use a combination of foam, cardboard and wood. Very rarely does one get delivered broken.

[@chriscoesbodyshop]

Great video, will it leak?

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Not unless you tear the rubber installing it.

[@chriscoesbodyshop]

@@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV ok thanks, I installed one in a 71 f100 and a guy asked if I used a sealant in the rubber gasket to keep it from leaking.

[@chessthetrucker]

Is there a video or plans for a video on fixing the rust holes in the upper corners of the windshield?

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Not at the moment. We'll add that to our list. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@user-vo4uy5fc1c]

Need advice on how to install my windshield on my 55 GMC. no instruction and no gap\slit in rubber seal either side for reference on center, top or bottom? any help would be greatly appreciated.

[@juanbarturen2726]

Hi Great videos. You explain very well.you are a good teacher. I am getting re as dy to install my windshield on my O'l Beater 54 Chevy. I am trembling. On the 54, do I instant the rubber to split and pass each end at the bottom, or the top?

[@juanbarturen2726]

HELP !

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

@@juanbarturen2726 We always suggest coming together at the top, so start at the bottom and work your way up and around both sides first.

[@juanbarturen2726]

@@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV Thank you. I got bgg the seal on. Wouldnt go on dry. So I sprayed it with windex can spray. Got her on. Letting it sit a couple of days. Trying to find a brave soul to come and Help me. Yeah they have Wuflu paranoia. Thanks. Git'er done

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

@@juanbarturen2726 Keep us updated on the project as it goes forward.

[@juanbarturen2726]

@@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV I will thank you. If I had a way of sending you pictures of the O'l Beater 54

[@minlopez3839]

Do you use 3m adhesive? Didn’t see it on the video?

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

We don't use any adhesive on rubber window seals.

[@paulmalakowsky7641]

do you use same process when you have chrome trim. Mine has factory trim which i will be reinstalling

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

The only difference is that you'll need to get the trim installed into the rubber before you put the glass in the cab. So rubber on glass, trim in rubber, glass into cab.

[@mvitabowling8529]

I have had 2 professional glass installers trying to install the windshield on my 1959 Chev Apache pickup. I now have it all in except for the 2 bottom corners which stick out 1" each and the glass people have told me the glass is too wide. It is 58" wide, the same width as the one in a local car parts store. How do I finish it?

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

This is a question that's too difficult to answer via KZbin comments. Please call our shop at 800-977-2767 and one of our techs will help you out.

[@carlosmauriciobesenzoni1075]

Hi i have a 56 chevrolet and someone offered me a 62 windshield. Im wondering if it is the same windshield or if there any diference

[@stevehudson7429]

Would it be a good idea to put it back in the sun for a bit to let it conform to the glass?

[@timbrown801]

Hey David do y'all have radio patch for 67 to 72 c10

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Yessir, here's a link: www.brotherstrucks.com/1967-72-CHEVY_GMC-TRUCK-DASH-FACE-REPAIR-PANEL/productinfo/DFRP072/

[@stevenm3141]

You have taken all the scary out of replacement of a windshield! You still have to be cautious about the glass though!

[@mercedescorner9711]

do I need to use glass bedding compound for a 69 c10

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

No sir, no extra sealant needed.

[@fasstfredtube]

I should have taken the windshield out before painting the inside of the cab.😂

[@faisalabdulla5603]

Does the 1958 chevy truck has the same window as the 1962 ??

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Similar, but not exactly the same

[@adobemanagement8]

So you dont need any adhesives or sealent?

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

No sir.

[@adobemanagement8]

@@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV thanks i installed a 1964 impala SS windshield today with your instructions. Did it with ease i saved $90 for windshield and $90 for rear glass. I appriciate your videos

[@gmack1868]

Anyone know how the trim is installed on a 1958 Brookwood Wagon? This video doesn't address any trim

[@fredjones1238]

many are rusted in that area , why not do a rust repair video of that

[@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV]

Thank you for the suggestion!