Freightliner FLD "Twelve" I Try doing Windshield Replacement

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[@maxpuppy96]

Giving Johnny life long lessons, I was lucky to have one in my life who raised me to be a man, you're doing the same James, god bless you.

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks mark

[@bigpaulrc3531]

Hi James when I have put glass in I put a small rope in rubber where the edge of the metal goes put rubber a round the glass put it the hole pull rope when it comes out it should put sealy over the metal edges 🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞

[@JamesPretty]

Rite on big Paul

[@charlesferebee263]

LMAO. SafeLite from Jackson TN. came out to the truckstop and replaced the windows in my freightliner classic in about an hour and a half. 😊 An to my amazement. They didn't leak. Always found in 45years. It was easier just to let the glass guys do their thing. Just Saying. 🇺🇸 Keep Em Flyin. Stay Safe.

[@JamesPretty]

Rite on Charles appreciate ya

[@lancemcswain214]

I had an Uncle Bob, God rest his soul. One of the greatest men I've ever known. Every time you say it makes me think about him.

[@JamesPretty]

Rite on Lance. I’m glad he was a good fellow and hope you have tons of fond memories of him

[@ourr.c4065]

Hey James the method I have used in the past, is to wrap cord around the outside of the rubber (with the window in place) so you have the two ends meet at one end. Then have someone apply pressure to the outside, then pull each end of the cord down towards you, This will then pull the edges of the rubber inside the truck. hope this makes sense.

[@JamesPretty]

Rite on. What kinda cord

[@alanlanghorn7393]

Seen them use like the nylon string or rope they use to pull the blinds up and down on house windows

[@ourr.c4065]

@@JamesPretty Paracord is properly a good one to use now days James.

[@uliwehner]

new glass makes it feel like a new truck while you are driving. Good job.

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks uli

[@brentjackson5553]

I had to pause your video and look up how to install a windshield in a fld 120 and the pros basically did exactly what you did.

[@JamesPretty]

Nice. Thanks Brent

[@mitchelllarson4794]

Has to be nice having an extra hand around the shop

[@JamesPretty]

It’s been nice

[@kman-mi7su]

I tried to do a DIY windshield replacement years back. I got the windshield out and bought a used replacement from a junkyard only to break it while trying to install it. Needless to say, I pay a pro to do that job. I'm good at turning a wrench, but glass work, well not so much.

[@JamesPretty]

It was quite frustrating

[@philosophyoftrucking]

Love love love this FLD

[@JamesPretty]

Me too bro

[@richardhoneywell7411]

Great video James glad to see 12 with new glass . One more step closer to get it done.

[@JamesPretty]

Appreciate ya richard

[@paulcorkum2105]

I’m really glad for you brother you’re really moving forward on these beautiful trucks

[@JamesPretty]

Appreciate ya Paul

[@knoester7714]

Good job James and John

[@JamesPretty]

Appreciate ya

[@FaisPetroMotoTours]

vulcanization is the process of adding and heating rubber with sulfur to improve its elasticity and strength.

[@robpeters5204]

Hey Jimmy Make sure to attach that ECM properly. Vibration is the biggest killer of electronics along with heat which is why I will never understand why they mounted it there. Get a 6” or 10” orbital polisher. It will buff up a lot faster and use 3M rubbing compound. No need to punish the poor guy. Lol!

[@JamesPretty]

Rite on Rob

[@jamesfarley3006]

Morning James,another great video as usual,wish I could go to MATS.Take care and stay safe

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks james

[@michaelstansfield319]

A do-nothing day once in a while can be a good thing. Gets the mind reset and the body rejuvenated. Vulcanizing is a hardening process for rubber.

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks Michael

[@donwiley1055]

Very good video games I'm glad you had some help there cause he looked like a very good handyman enjoyed the video keep the good The good work bro

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks Don

[@dennymarreesr6187]

Good job guys! James ,Always wear eye protection and wear gloves!! I’ve done a lot of glass and it makes it so much safer and pain free! Keep the videos coming. Thank you!

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks Denny. Appreciate ya

[@billspoonts]

wow, glass is hard. Great job James and Johnny! Im glad the glass was flat. Curved glass is a whole different animal. Ive seen trucks on their side blown over by the wind. Usually the driver just puts his feet on the windshield and pushes it to get out of the truck. I live in NM and we have really strong winds sometimes.

[@JamesPretty]

I’m gonna. To curved glass on Fiona soon

[@altaft9587]

Yup just need the right hook tool start on inside right to MIRROR side on bottom then middle then work just a few inches then go to door side corner go back n forth a little each way until you meet seals

[@johnlydon533]

Great video although it was a struggle on the glass, lot of patience 👍🏼.

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks john

[@virgilio1355]

James in the past when I have fitted windows, I put the rubber around the glass then put some cord in the grove that straddles the frame. Push the glass hard against frame and have someone on the inside pull both ends of the cord towards themselves slowly, rubber will open up over frame lip and glass will go in. I always battled but it worked. The ones I have done were always single not double like you did. Getting glass out once locking strip out would push out from inside with my feet. The glass guys make it look so easy.

[@JamesPretty]

You’re right glass guys make it look simple lol. Appreciate ya

[@uliwehner]

you don't pay them for their time, you pay them for making it look easy.

[@thomasr.miller5553]

Fantastic JOB . Got it in with no cracks. That is what is important . Now the next time.. put new rubber around BOTH windows(use a small amount of window sealer sticky stuff ) install as a unit with cording in the rubber frame channel bottom first in the frame silicone spray . you are gonna need help . I have done this more than once . Great video. thanks

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks Thomas. I already did truck x but next one i try I’ll do that .

[@williamnicholson2188]

I could hear the relief in your voice when the screen went in ha!

[@JamesPretty]

For sure. I almost gave up a few times

[@rickmunson8317]

You did it, Mr. Pretty! Whooo! Awesome video!

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Thanks Rick

[@keithsimpson1268]

I am glad you are getting there😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks bro

[@bobturcotte]

Glass is a really tough job. The consequences if it goes wrong are bad. You get a chance to buy it again. It's very frustrating. Job well done. Fresh glass makes every driver smile.

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks Bob

[@markjones5562]

Working on old iron expect the worst hope for the best. You can always try to save that by drilling and tapping that shaft and just using a bolt and washer with some mild locktite make it work. At least it is worth a shot. Love the videos. Can’t wait to see black Betty rolling down the road. Thank you

[@JamesPretty]

That’s not a horrible idea I may just try that

[@danmacsween3448]

Wow big difference with the new glass! Nice job !

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks Dan

[@keepontruckinoutlawlife1248]

Great job bro wow man your ability to get things done on these rigs is simply amazing... appreciate ya James...

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Thanks bro

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[@huggy1712]

Hi James glad to see you got the windshield in last one I did it took me over 6 hrs and it was so frustrating take care stay safe G.Whyte

[@JamesPretty]

Oh this was frustrating for sure. At one point I almost called the glass guy lol

[@robertironside3166]

Some days you need to just collect your thoughts and review things before plowing ahead. :-) Cool stuff James!

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks robert

[@adrianpearl8271]

Lot easier with a cord in the rubber 👍I commented on chad’s channels when he done a top cab window 👍A

[@JamesPretty]

Rite on. I already did truck x but next one after that I’ll do rope

[@edwardwilliams9874]

Good beautiful morning brother we all need a day of rest lol. Love the older trucks beautiful. Ol Krystals still the prettiest truck I think lol she is a very nice truck can't wait to see her pulling a heavy load down the road.nevwr done glass my self I've never even tried to do it scares the heck outta me. Afraid bud crack it

[@JamesPretty]

I was the same now I kinda know what to do

[@Da305Alive]

Nicely done James!!

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks for watching

[@billylizzatruckingchannelandga]

James Pretty Hope you Can get That Windshield replaced Keep Up the good work Billy Lizza Uniontown pa

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[@jonesoko3517]

Looking good 👏👏

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Appreciate ya

[@canadianentertainment]

Good work pretty I always enjoy watching your stuff

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[@randyphenicie4322]

Good job Boys looks Great

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Thanks Randy

[@garryfloyd883]

Good job glad you had a helper y'all have a great day

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Thanks garry

[@glennhunter7018]

Good job putting the Windows in Man you can do anything on the truck good mechanic sorry you broke The windshield wiper bolt but you will get it fixed I really enjoy talking to you the other day on the live video I’m still thinking about what you said about The drum of racing fuel that would made me sick $1200 wasted but we only human we make mistakes keep up the hard work brother Real good good videos safe travels on the airplane be safe

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks brother Appreciate ya

[@darrencatenacci2737]

Has to be trick to getting glass in and out on vehicles. I’ve always just had a glass guy do it because they all seem to make it look easy,but when I tried it on an old pickup truck I used to I broke the first one. Got lucky on the second one. That truck seems to get closer and closer to getting done. I’ve not been to Louisville yet to see that show. Maybe someday but I’ve always got loads to haul. Stay safe

[@JamesPretty]

Rite on brother

[@krisphoton7304]

hey JP. The weak part is the new glass, so -think -U wrap the rubber seal around the glass first. Then U have a cord in the rubber groove for the truck glass frame, which U pull so the lip of the rubber opens up to accept the frame simultaneously. its an art- anyway, U did It your way -- enjoy the MATS show, n I am sure that U will be busy with people come up to U.

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks kris. I already did truck x but next one I do I’m gonna try the rope

[@virgilio1355]

A locking strip tool makes life easy when installing the locking strip and they are in expensive and their weight in gold.😊

[@JamesPretty]

Rite On

[@trapper-kl5tl]

Are you going to work those trucks good job on that tricky glass installation

[@JamesPretty]

Yes I plan to

[@JamesDavis-to1hn]

Another great vid!

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks james

[@dougwareham5118]

Those windows look really difficult to install. I’m glad it wasn’t me doing that job. But it looks good.

[@JamesPretty]

Probably not as hard as it was for me because I don’t know all the tricks. I struggled but believe it could become an easier task with practice

[@billspoonts]

Check out Steve at FSC trucking. He will be at the Green APU site at Mid America. He and Tim are good friends. He has a 1984 Peterbilt Cab over named Orwell. You may already know him. Wish I could come. Have fun.

[@JamesPretty]

Ya I know Steve. I did meet him at the booth today as well. Great guy

[@diegohenriquezgarita5356]

Excelente video hermano

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks bro

[@andrewd.1113]

Wow! Another job well done! John has a good mentor to learn from! You could use a wooden paint stirrer and sand a bevel on it when you don't have a plastic pry bar. This is what I've done in the past. I can't wait to see your trucks on the road!

[@JamesPretty]

Good idea

[@keithsimpson1268]

Congratulations 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks Keith

[@rogerclarke8637]

Hey James nice to see you changing the glass in the FLD but please bro try to wear your goggles next time because glass can break and fly

[@JamesPretty]

Rite on appreciate ya roger

[@Eisbaer-F8]

it is same with the glass as with a lady. put the rubber on(the glas) bevor entering the hole. use a rope ore cable in the rubber to pull it in. twin stick has a video how to do. same ourr.c4065 say. greatings from austria

[@JamesPretty]

Right on Hubert

[@earlblackjackmartinjr5750]

I've worked on trucks over 50 years and never did anything to windows except rainX an washer fluid. LISK had a bunch of those freightliners but I started with an eagle cornbinder conventional with a 60 series Detroit then after major heart valve surgery my boss gave me a frt-liner with the first automatic trans I ever drove. My boss was doing me a big favor an said it would be so much easier for me. I said AUTO-MATIC😢I've been trucking since 1969-70 an drove every trans made with a stick, 2 stick whatever, 13,15,5speed etc and I thought what is the world coming to my pride won't let me do that. I was ashamed for a year to even tell anyone I drove a 10 speed uh, auto. I still manually shifted it with the button an finally got it goin perty good after I got the rpms an timing right I could Georgia overdrive in an out of gear as good as I could with straight drive and yes me an my buddies were wildcatters an took pills an ran ourselves ragged always over weight running around the coups, 2 or 3 log books. For some that read this will get the wrong idea but the OP we drove for wanted to make money and so did we. I trip leased all the time never using the right placards etc, well you get the point. Pulled wide an heavy at night up an down these mountains to all the coal mines. I pulled a fltbd, tank, bull wagon, drop decks, wedges, dry van, reefer all 48,low boys, rails, gas tankers everything but a parking lot and 1 company turned me down for a job because I was over qualified. Sorry to go on an on but all my trucking buddies are gone I live by myself and no one to talk to. I also trained drivers with Anderson &Webb Mt Airy NC in early 80s. Ran double with Cook back then also in Mt Airy NC. I've been around the horn an so beat up I can barely move my head because of the trailer whip lash. But I loved it. My 3rd wife thought all I did was ride around all day being flashed with breasts until I took her for a month, heeee heeeeeee that broke her from sucking eggs when we ran over a thousand miles the first 4 days without a shower.

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks for sharing

[@adamtheede2575]

ill do everything but windows and trannys/clutches......my back cant take laying on a creeper for hours at a time anymore...to many the old way with old school doofs then learned about jacks and lifting rigs life changed bought a forklift and my back doesnt hurt as much anymore

[@JamesPretty]

Rite on Adam.

[@johnhorton641]

Use a cord to pull the glass into the rubber seal run it in the seal all the way around inside the seal.

[@JamesPretty]

Might try it next time

[@gmcjimmy3580]

If you took a heat gun and heated the rubber up good maybe it would make it more flexible, just a thought.

[@JamesPretty]

Ya I should have laid it out in the sun for a while maybe

[@nelsonmattoon150]

Use a string wrap it around the window and the rubber

[@davidblake1542]

Try pushing with your feet next time, works good for bus windows 😎👍 Nevermind😅, i need to watch videos all the way before i comment 🤣. Good job guys 👍👍🌞

[@JamesPretty]

Hahaha Johnny figured that out pretty quick

[@alaindunkerque59]

Belle vidéo 👌 😉

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks alain

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[@prevost8686]

👍

[@garyjohnson4458]

I learned the hard way to hire a pro to replace glass

[@JamesPretty]

I’m not gonna say you’re wrong. I just needed to get it done and my glass guy been blowing me off for weeks

[@michaelgrimm4463]

Getting her ready for me James

[@JamesPretty]

Come drive it

[@michaelgrimm4463]

@@JamesPretty what kinda trailer you going to hook to it? I got experience with flatbed, bucket, water tanker, drybox, some drop deck ( not detach ) and most important I do not have the hazmat endorsement never needed it. Twelve is my dream truck. Unfortunately a dream is all it is. But if you can keep me busy I’m quite interested in being the driver for twelve.

[@JamesPretty]

@@michaelgrimm4463 not 100% sure. Might take it out on a test run before long. Email me [e-mail] maybe we can figure something out

[@ronniephipps6555]

Just letting you know there is a string trick to putting the glass in instead of using the pic you where useing and you can use soapy water instead of WD40.

[@JamesPretty]

Rite on.

[@garrymacdonald7449]

Could watch a Google video on the glass changing process.?

[@JamesPretty]

True but I’ve seen guys do it and must not have paid close attention lol. But we made it thru Appreciate ya being here

[@morgansword]

Even on a good day, tempers flare as ya do a glass install and they way U done it is harder than a short legged mule in a carnival giving rides to the kids on a hot long day. But no black eyes and no divorce so its all good I do suppose. I have never had success that way, just used the rope and pulled them in. After about twenty windshields ya think your good.... do the next two windows and bust ever damn one of them... and its the best dang tinted glass you can afford at the time. I was driving for a company that said if it pertains to safety or getting tickets then have it fixed. I go in for a glass on the passenger side as it got a rock through it. They asked tint?? Sure, go for it... and then looking at those windshields, knew it needed a window matching so they put it in... that glass was not broken but it was so full of road rash, figured no problem... cost eighty dollars in about nineteen eighty two I think was the year. My boss hit the roof as the cost will break him.... I am looking at him square in the face... I took a hundred dollar bill out of my pocket and tossed it on his desk, said there is enough to cover glass and get yourself a hamburger as you must be broke! Then I tossed him the key for that truck and headed out the door... he says where are you going? Told him I only work for a outfit that can make a payday!.... oh, ya don't own me for the last two days of driving either so you might just pay a other driver... he is laughing and said, your not going to get a job in this town... and I told him... hey, have you drove by my place??? I have three near new KW's paid for with a job everyday for all of them

[@JamesPretty]

Thanks for sharing brother

[@jeremybrowning6013]

Good afternoon

[@JamesPretty]

Hi bro

[@Drew_379]

Well that's one way to get the windows out lol

[@JamesPretty]

Hahaha yep

[@Eisbaer-F8]

wd is good but liquid soap do the same or a better job. (a lot easier to clean)

[@JamesPretty]

Hmm. I’ll try it next time

[@JamesPretty]

Keep In mind I’ve already done truck x as well so when you see me using wd on that windshield it’s before you mentioned the dish soap

[@oliviergincourt6483]

Pour le carreau il faut glisset une grosse ficelle genre fil de parachute dans la gorge passer les 2 brins a l'exterieur ....appuyer le par brise sur le joint a l'exterieur ...et faire glisser les ficelle le long en faisant passer le joint par dessus tirer les ficelles et le joint passe par dessus et prend sa place .......simple ...😉

[@JamesPretty]

rite on I already did the windows on truck x but the next ones after that I will try the string

[@joypeters9033]

MAN!! That's the easiest window to change. It hurt to watch. 7 mins have old out and new in.

[@JamesPretty]

Blah blah blah ok

[@earlblackjackmartinjr5750]

I have stories that you wouldnt believe.

[@JamesPretty]

I’d likely believe them ;)

[@davidsimons6881]

James you going to Drive 12 to MATS?

[@JamesPretty]

I wanted to but I didn’t get a chance to get tires so I’m coming in my pick up

[@coreyweese2232]

Are any of your trucks going to be working trucks?

[@JamesPretty]

Eventually I’d like to work them all

[@jasondudley362]

Get you some glass install tools plastic tools everytime I tried to use metal tools I broke it

[@JamesPretty]

Rite on bro

[@dariusbucerzab6485]

What wheel base is this fld?

[@JamesPretty]

Hmm maybe 235? I can’t remember

[@andrewjohnston6230]

Congratulations on doing glass it's a pain in the rear

[@JamesPretty]

I couldn’t agree more.

[@uliwehner]

that is not where it goes.....

[@pavelblazoun992]

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[@waynebrowne8742]

👌👌👌👍🏻💨💨

[@JamesPretty]

Wayne I appreciate ya being here

[@keithsimpson1268]

Don't do that😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@douglasearl1042]

You got to take time off to relax

[@JamesPretty]

I’m gonna Thursday Friday and Saturday at MATS

[@earlblackjackmartinjr5750]

No offense James you mite ort to aquire expert help

[@JamesPretty]

Been waiting for my glass guy for two months. Experts are scarce round here.

[@Japangirl2506]

❤❤❤❤

[@jesternangel]

@PETERBUILTMIKE HAD THE SAME ISSUE UR HAVING RIGHT NOW. HOPE YA GIT IT IN AND NOT BREAK IT...

[@JamesPretty]

Rite on. Appreciate ya

[@altaft9587]

If you had the correct tools would have been done in minutes