How To Replace Side Door Glass Window Sweep Dew Wipe on a Gbody

Learn how to easily replace the door glass window sweep weather stripping on your Gbody. Watch the entire video as it is very detailed to make sure you complete your job correctly.
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[@mariopantoja3908]

This guy is great, no BS, right to the point... much appreciated

[@teebarr5093]

This is by far THE BEST video I have seen. I am a female, and this has helped me

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Thanks! Glad it helped you out.

[@CarManiac125]

I need to do this to my cutlass, a long with everything else 😆

[@dirtyworkemri8298]

Gbodyparts.com has everything

[@breksmith2215]

Let me know man when you do that to cutlass I’m needing to do the same. I have a 1984 supreme

[@trevorham2778]

It's okay....just sell it me

[@bashort1]

On my ever increasing "to do" list.

[@diegovillafan7124]

This video helped me a lot i hope your still doing videos I'll be looking forward for more thanks brother!!

[@illegalregal9577]

You're my hero! I didn't even know it was called a window sweep. Bought an 85 Regal a few months back and my driver side window sweep got so bad it just fell inside the door so I think it's about time to replace em lol. Thanks for the video!

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Contact Dixie!

[@sbckev2287]

@Classic Gbody Garage In another year or two, I'll be headed south to find a couple complete Monte's, up here in Michigan they are very expensive and/or rusted badly, I'd love to take a tour! I'll be uploading some videos this summer of my 93 s10 for the first time, hope you get to check it out

[@btchhopperou812]

@@sbckev2287 DO NOT WAIT a couple years Kev... prices are at 'stupid' currently and quickly headed for 'f*ckin' RIDICULOUS' at breakneck speed! Great for sellers tho buyers will be putting out a ton more cash by then. Best of luck and Happy New Year!

[@harrysm4347]

I need to do this to my 86 Monte Carlo so this is so helpful thank you!

[@ericchavez6053]

Just did this for my 81 cutlass and it fixed all my problems. Rattling is gone and now shuts solid. Thanks again Brian. Keep them videos coming. Regards from your mate in Australia

[@jeffreyhootman1117]

thank you for your reply. Some minor reengineering and the 86 monty Carlo sweeps will work perfectly. Time to speak with Dixie. Thanks again.

[@larrymcelhenney9479]

Perfect timing for this video. On my list of things to do next week.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Hell yeah!

[@seizethekarp123]

I came here for a different reason, but now I'm replacing my window sweeps... Thank you for the super detailed instructions!

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Glad I could help!

[@burnttoest]

Just picked up an '86 Pontiac Grand Prix, I would say in great condition. Definately need these.

[@laurasutton1551]

Awesome I have a Pontiac station wagon I'm restoring so glad to see this video I've ordered my sweeps & I think I can replace them myself

[@papergatorzfedducca7998]

This is the best g body channel out there. Very good details!!!

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Thank you!

[@michaelmcgregor7666]

I'm literally doing this on my 88 MC this weekend........just after I go check out and 86 cutlass salon for sale near by. Perfect timing for a video!!

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Love Salons! Thanks for watching!

[@peteoberstar111]

Great job! Very informative. Working on car for 40+ years never did that yet glad you showed me how to do that. I'll put a set on my 78 cutlass. Thanks

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Nice! Thanks for watching!

[@LoserwinS1]

Ty for showing your process for the inners, most how-to's only explain the outers! Kicking myself for not thinking of that cut-off screw trick to hold 'em on

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

No problem. You can also use flush rivets.

[@6thGearGarage]

Great job with the B-roll 👍

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Thanks man! Takes time!

[@gordongrant5951]

I have a custom 86 Monte, I've been looking for these thanks for the heads up.

[@GOMEZJ76]

YES... THANKS BRIAN

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@jaypeeoner]

Good helpful video, definitely gives & makes g body owners do it themselves. Keep those g body cars & videos going. 👍🏽

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Thanks!

[@alejandrohill1290]

@@ClassicGBodyGarage I have a 1979 buick regal hardtop coupe and I was wondering if you know if the thin window sweeps you showed will fit.

[@MrPoeta69]

amazing thanks your explanation is just perfect dial in to the product,thanks great explanations.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@WeezMcCheez]

It would be awesome if you did a video about the full cutlass doors they have finally started reproducing!

[@djizzal20]

Definitely need to do this to my regal

[@drprick7432]

Thanks for this informative video!

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

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[@chiefsmakaho9882]

Classic GBody Garage I have a 1981 Malibu sedan. Is this considered a gbody? If so what drivetrain would you recommend to replace the stock v6 with?

[@3SRT3]

@Classic Gbody Garage have you done any videos on 307 intake manifold gaskets? Starting to peel into my 86 regal and you videos have helped alot. Especially the tps replacement on the quadrajet.

[@andresramirez3681]

What size tires do you recommend for the front and back. I want bf goodrench t/a to give the car a more aggressive look. I got 14 inch size rims.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

@@chiefsmakaho9882 Yeah Malibus are Gbodys. You can swap in any SBC or LS in there.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

@@andresramirez3681 Always a fan of 235-60-14

[@xcessdj]

awesome video, very helpful!

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jacobsmith9799]

Wow the Monte is coming out nice

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Thanks!

[@srercrcr]

The sweeps aren't designed to keep the glass stable. There a couple of adjustable rubs there. You put em right where you want them. I believe I even put a piece of carpet in there too....no scraping. Enjoy your channel. (78 Grand Prix)

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

The window guides is what you are referring to, so the guides and inner and outer sweeps all work together to keep the glass stable. You can't rely on just one or the other. The guides need to push against something and that is the out sweep. The inner helps keep things tight. Keep your guides as is and remove the sweeps on your 78 GP and tell me if the glass becomes loose...I am certain it will be. Thanks for watching and for your comment.

[@jimeylee2036]

Thanks for the video. Gonna swap the ones on my lady’s Caballero this weekend!

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Right on!

[@dbeaumontresident847]

Thank you for this video, you are my go-to resource since i own a 1986 buick regal.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

I hope to continue that!

[@dbeaumontresident847]

@@ClassicGBodyGarage I"ve needed my window sweeps replaced for years, never knew how, or who, to get them from. Trust me we'll be keeping you busy lol, as these G bodies age, we'll all be learning from you!

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Thanks for watching! Yeah I hope this video will help you out.

[@focused313]

Thank you for this!!!

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

No problem 😊

[@davyguerenne1439]

First job I done on my 85 gp 👍

[@adamwhitt9349]

My window rattles like a snake when I hit a bump and/or shut the door, and the driver's side goes up and down funny, passenger side goes up slow as a turtle. Gonna take the panel off and hopefully fix all of that at once. Thanks for the multi purpose video. 😎

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Thats why I make these videos!

[@bigbobk1963]

Great video Brian :)

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Thanks!

[@eduardozuniga4664]

Tank's for sharing

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

You bet!

[@PHEPERFORMANCE]

Had a CL when i was 22 and a SS at 24 and i want another one but i will keep this time

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Will be selling this one

[@1977jed]

I need to do this on my two A bodies.....I have the stuff here, just have not gotten around to it yet....1982 Ciera Brougham two door, and a 1990 Ciera International two door....

[@living4christ]

My first car as a kid was an 1981 monte carlo, In 2001 I bought a new monte carlo, traded it in in 03 and got an ss, traded the 03 in in 06 got another ss.

[@smartinezfj]

Been waiting for some videos on el cos

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

I don't own one or I would make some. Either way the process is the same.

[@dirtyworkemri8298]

There really all asembeled the same

[@johnjackson5781]

Thanks

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@doncherney8649]

Merry Christmas neighbor.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Thanks and Happy New Year!

[@bondo_channel1706]

Nice video. I was looking for some info on this before I do the outer weatherstrips I have here for my 82 Cutlass. Just did TH250 trans pump inner and outer seals that was a lot of fun LOL. I liked your GBody dash video. I did practically the same thing except the speedo was shot and I was able to get a Sun Speedo in there. Fuel gauge quit recently ( over " F " issue ) and the ground was redone by the trunk so I may pull the dash out again. Just to check contacts. Nice Channel here. Subscribed and I'll check your sponsor some time. Peace Out

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

I appreciate you watching my videos and glad they are helping you out! Thanks for subscribing. Much more to come!

[@zoey101rules1]

OK thanks

[@nathanielbolden5053]

Now I know what the differences are in the reveal and non reveal moulding are!...thanks bro!...hey bro do you have the window glass mounting hardware for a 82 cutlass supreme brougham someone busted the glass out of mine and all of the mounts are rusted together with glass meshed in between them!...

[@streetsofcalidvd]

where can i find some for a 1979 cutlass supreme need inner as well

[@mingohernandez6475]

Man I gotta get my gbody back on the road

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

I am here to help!

[@ocdtechtalk]

I have an 1984 El Camino. I need to replace all of the rubber around the window and body area. Love to see a video about that or any tips. Thank you.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Thanks for the suggestion

[@nathanharrison2539]

whats up brian? miss watching your videos hope all is well.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Thanks. More coming eventually.

[@TheSouthdownband]

Great video as always Brian, but what kills me is when guys say all you need is " a small allen wrench" just any allen wrench will do as long as its small im guessing? lol just giving you a hard time brother, hahaha

[@100korbetter]

Have an 83 and 84 cutless sitting in my yard under tarps, my pops has been saying that we would rebuild them for over 10 years now.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Start on them yourself.

[@philipsellitto3184]

Your video is great by any chance do you have a video on replacing cable for driver side mirror for 1985 note Carlo. Thank you again

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

You are better off replacing the entire mirror.

[@rhandro]

Hey do you have a video on how to remove the trim that protects your door from shopping carts.

[@TeriMac1984]

Would this be the same/similar process for an '88 Pontiac SunBIRD, GT Turbo F1 convertible?

[@techfordummies6801]

can you install t top weather stripping and t top panels

[@smartinezfj]

Great do some videos on a 1984 el camino

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

If I owned one I would.

[@KJouttheBox]

Great video… and to think I was going to pay someone to do this 😂

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Thats what my videos are for! Help you out!

[@jonathancoleman3074]

Question? I have an 85mcss and an 87mcss t top parts car and most places i look they have different part# for 87-88 doors is the only difference in the 85 and 87 is where the side mirrors bolt on only difference i can see or is there something else love the videos and thanks in advance!

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Just the mirror location

[@radioactivelarry]

I have an 85 El Camino with a custom pearl white paint, a fuel injected LT-1 from a Corvette with 4 speed auto overdrive and a Buick Grand National rear diff. That's my little hot rod. I want to replace the chrome trim that runs over the door. I see they are available but are they difficult to install and remove the old ones without scratching the paint? I also want to replace the electric window motors as they run slow so when I do that i might as well replace the sweeps while I'm at it. Thanks for the great tips.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Sounds sweet! You can remove the trim with a plastic trim remover tool and also the trim screws to the door on either end so make sure you remove those first.

[@radioactivelarry]

@@ClassicGBodyGarage Thank you very much, I love your channel, so informative for the "G" body.

[@KerrySpadafora]

Hi Brian great video. Quick question, Where would you look for a rear bumper for a 79 Grand Prix? Also, do you know if a cutlass or regal bumper would fit? I don’t have one so anything would be better than nothing. Thanks

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

any Gbody bumper will bolt up as the frames are the same. Regarding where to find...Classic Gbody Garage FaceBook page, FaceBook market place, ebay, craigslist, junkyard etc.

[@abrown3936]

Hello, where can I buy the outer sweep belt without the chrome for an 1980 Monte Carlo? Thanks.

[@zoey101rules1]

Cool video could u do more videos on grand national. Would you ever sell it ?

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Yes I will do more on the GN soon! I can't sell it because Pull A Part owns it.

[@v8cars488]

does this also work with a chevy caprice 1983? please write me am from switzerland restoring my caprice

[@LilPaulfrmClaraSt]

Should do a video on how to put the window back on track/fix stuck power windows on g-body’s

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

If they come off the track there is an issue with the track and needs to be replaced.

[@lukepowell4333]

It’s best to use the 9/32 screws it comes stock with cause if your window stops rolling down and you have to replace the sweep down the road you won’t be able to get to those Phillips with the window there but you would be able to get to the 9/32 screws I had this problem before

[@someonenobody4308]

Hi Brian thanks for this video i just installed my sweeps. Now im looking to replace my roof rail seals, they come up the A pillar and across the roof then down the quarter pillar. It looks like originally there was a track that screwed on the body and the rubber seal attaches to the track? Im missing everything. Can you point me in the right direction for replacement parts for this? Thank you.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

I have tracks. email me at [e-mail]

[@EluderRacing]

upper portion of door panel is a particle pressed board I would never tell anyone that owns a classic car to just grab and pull on it to take it off. always use the proper clip removal tool these door panels are getting harder and harder to find. If you just grab it and pull you willl pull the clip out of the panel and can damage it. use caution when removing it and use the proper tool that can be bought for next to nothing even harbor freight sells them.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Good tips. Thanks for correcting me.

[@fallenone6]

Thank you for this. Do you know how to remove the little side window trim on the rear?

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Side window trim on the rear?? Not sure what you mean.

[@fallenone6]

​@Classic GBody Garage the chrome trim on the side window in the back seat.

[@ESEDOOR]

Great video , Do you still ill have any of those cars for sale? Or a t tops roof?

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

All sold

[@kendallhall1021]

Thanks, I will be tackling mine this spring. You said make sure the windows are put back on the tracks, if the they fall off. Is that difficult to do, if they come off the track?

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Not difficult to put back on. The slide wheel may come out of the vertical track but just put it back in through the bottom if it does

[@kendallhall1021]

Thank you.

[@weibop6565]

I have a 1983 buick regal and i was wondering if someone could point me in the right direction to find an under carriage cover "skid plate"

[@BillyRay501]

Where can I find that chrome piece on the door side

[@donaldschumacher3683]

I have 84 El Camino My son pulled the dash and all the wiring I was wondering if you had a video for routing the wires back in so it will fit?

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

I do not have any wire routing vids. Lay out the harness and you should be able to see where things fall into place

[@super20dan]

great vid . one of the weak spots on the g body is the window mechanism and trim peice

[@Subgunman]

Any company similar to Dixie doing replacement parts for the Olds Cutlas line?

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

gbodyparts

[@BlackSmokeDemonOG]

Just need to find a tutorial to do my 4door's back window sweeps

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Need to remove the small vent windows then there is a bracket that holds the door glass in place that needs removed, remove the glass then remove the sweep.

[@arielmedrano8098]

Subbed. But where do I get the wide window sweeps? Mines are beat up from Hail.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

The sweeps are all the same, you are referring to the molding which you need to hunt down from ebay or Classic Gbody Garage on Facebook

[@dsaint9264]

Where can I get sweeps for my 1984 hurst olds?or will the ones for a monte fit ?

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Dixie Restoration sells them. Contact them directly. Tell them Classic Gbody Garage Sent you. Save 10% using code CGBG

[@AntoineFinch]

I cant find outer window sweeps for a 198 lesabre limited 4dr, they all have inner but not outer for the wide trim pieces, gm made two types of trim for the outside one with a small chrome trim and one with the wide trim like on your car!

[@airplanegeorge]

seems like pop rivets would work . guess I'll find out today

[@dandrecoleman7976]

I have a 85 Cutty I gave a full Tune up to and Red top battery replaced. Starter and Alternator replaaced too. Car still has Problem starting what might it be?

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Hard time cranking, as in cranking slow? Or just doesn't start? Battery cables possibly or could be fuel related. I can't really say without hearing it.

[@dandrecoleman7976]

If you have a email or messenger I can send you a video of what it's not doing.

[@jeffreyhootman1117]

I would like to know the part # of the sweeps used in this vid as these look exactly what I need for my Pontiac 6000. G body or A body i don't think the tooling is different on these sweeps.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

A FWD Abody is much smaller than a Gbody and the doors and window configuration are completely different so yes the tooling will be different. You might be able to cut them down to size and make them work. Go to Dixie's site which is linked in the description and you can pull the info on the sweeps there.

[@kendallhall1021]

I can not get the back of the window down enough to get to the last screw. Any suggestions?

[@88classic]

Some replacement sweeps came with staples. is it a certain tool to replace the staples? And not use Screws?

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

You would have to use an industrial stapler or you can use flush rivets.

[@edwinj.rodriguezlugo4738]

I need yo know a few thing for my project..... is a 1997 Ford ranger and i want to swap a 302 v8 with a T5 manual trans..... i hope you can help me....

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

I suggest you join any Ford Ranger pages on facebook or forums.

[@sirilence2529]

What lube do you prefer for your mechanical window parts

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

A product called TriFlow or use Lithium spray grease

[@derrickdavis1435]

Need help with getting new window rollers. Any ideas?

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

The Parts Place, Dixie Restoration, Gbodyparts

[@dsaint9264]

Also the screws for the handle strap are missing do you know what size I can’t find them anywhere thanks

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

They are large phillips head sheet metal screws. Hardware store would have them.

[@mariopaz639]

I need a set for my 1987 Olds Cutlass. Are they the same as the montes?

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Contact Dixie as they have Cutlass/Regals available.

[@tarvansanders7644]

Hi Brian I have a 1979 Monte Carlo need interior trim we’re can I find or is their model interchange that will fit

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Everything interchanges with any other 2 door Gbody except the upper rear quarter glass panels.

[@MMWelding_]

Would you happen to have a set of driver/passenger bucket seat tracks for sale?

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Yes, Email me at [e-mail]

[@MrHectorpla78]

I got an 85 Monte Carlo. Base model with the 305 V8. Column shift with ac. Power steering pump bracket broke off so I got a new pump and a new aftermarket bracket. After installing the belt, it seemed very loose. So I replaced the old worn out belt. New belt is even more loose then the old belt. Seems like other brackets are giving other people the same problem. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Find an original bracket and make sure the belt is correct.

[@MrHectorpla78]

Classic GBody Garage, I found an original bracket and attached the bracket to the new pump. I have all the brackets but I need the correct bolts. Do I have to buy the bolts individually? Do they sell a set of these bolts?

[@oldsrocket8841]

Hey, on an 80 Cutlass with 14×7 rims, the 2 stock tire sizes are 195/75r14 & 205/75r14. I can't find raised lettered tires in either one of these sizes. Do you know of a compatible raised lettered tire size that would replace either stock tire size for the car?

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

I run 235/60/14 RWL on my cars.

[@oldsrocket8841]

@@ClassicGBodyGarage Awesome. Thanks for the reply.

[@richardmartinez6646]

I got a 80 cutlass supreme brougham with 3.8 v6 watts the best way of getting a good amount of power any insite?

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Nothing at all will get power out of that engine unless you do a complete rebuild with different internals to bring up compression, cam, ported heads, 4 barrel, ignition, exhaust etc. Save your money and do a V8 swap. That 3.8 was built for economy.

[@monindersoor8622]

Find a turbo 3.8 engine

[@baggeddime24]

Might of missed it but I don't see any parts for a Buick Regal on Dixie page.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

They should be updating it but they told me they have Buick Regal Sweeps. Contact them.

[@laquaviousmack1448]

Would this be the same for a 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Yes

[@chrisrogers8927]

Now I know I won’t be replacing mine myself!

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

why not, its not hard

[@gerardozuniga2082]

Do you know where can I get the sweeps for a cutlas supreme 87 with reveal moulding? I been looking but they all say not for the car with the reveal molding

[@GreenEyesRedDraco]

Aman! I can not find them anywhere either.

[@jamesjames9149]

3rd one here with no luck on replacement parts for my 83' Cutlass Brougham..

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

contact Dixie Restoration directly. I believe they have them

[@PnwOnTour]

You want to push in a bit on the upper panel while pulling up, no need to grind use a small flat screwdriver and pry up each end of staple, and I believe you were shorted some staples I’ve never seen an installation using grinded screws on the inner, clamp 🗜 the new felt on before drilling.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

I tried the screw driver to bend the staples, no go on that. Cut off wheel worked perfectly. Thanks for sharing your suggestions!

[@TheGorilon41]

Hi Brian can i use rivets? dont want to use screws.

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Yeah you can, i do mention that in the video. Use flush rivets