1972 Estate Wagon Limited Coupe

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  1. silverfox

    silverfox New Member

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    Sorry about that, Wix. I think you had better avoid anything glass related during the rest of the build!:(
     
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    Yeah, lots of shattered glass lately! :slap:

    David :clap:
     
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    Hopefully you don't have eyeglasses to take off tonight :slap:
     
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    That will be the last thing I do tonight...I will be extra careful! :yup:

    David :)
     
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    Well, my spirits are lifted. I just called an area auto glass distributor, and he has one in stock for $135! Yea! :clap: Now, if I can just keep it in one piece! :rofl2:

    David :)
     
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    uh.....have THEM install it.:biglaugh:
     
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    Fox, I hear ya! That would be the smart thing to do. :yup:

    But no, I will be installing it. I have to get back on that horse! :deadhorse:

    David :rofl2:
     
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    You da man!!!:bowdown:
     
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    I just read elsewhere that cowboys don't squat with their spurs on David. You may want to remember than when you are squating to pick up the new windshield :clap: to install it............ we'd hate to think of the possible consequences.....
     
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    thas a whole different web site......................:biglaugh:
     
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    I installed the new windshield yesterday. Easy as pie! Butyl tape...love it!
    The windshield looks great! :2_thumbs_up_-_anima

    I will take a pic tomorrow, as I just got my 98 back, and my camera was in it. :camera:

    David :)
     
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    For very sore eyes. Ouch!:rofl2:
     
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    My windshield installation went very well. :yup:

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    I also painted a centerline down the roof, in anticipation of installing the vinyl roof. But I want all of the glass installed before I do the roof, because sealing the edges of the glass with black urethane will be a messy process.


    Yesterday, I painted the rear pillars with the white interior color. This had to be done before glass installation, because the pillars are inaccessable once glass covers them.

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    I tried to install the rear side glass, but it didn't go well. I had the butyl tape perfectly placed along the opening, and the glass clean and ready, but it is a one-shot deal, and I blew it. The glass has so many curves and edges to line up, and I had it ever so slightly, too far back. :slap:
    I had to pull it off, and somehow managed not to ruin my freshly painted white paint. :whew:
    Today, I just ordered some more butyl tape, and will try again soon.
    Installing the rear glass is definitely a two man job. I will make sure I have help next time. :2_thumbs_up_-_anima


    I have also been trying to finish up my engine compartment. I am fairly happy with how it looks, but I still have a ways to go. My air cleaner assembly is stripped and ready to paint. I also have new stickers and labels for everything.

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    The engine compartment freshening has been a much more time consuming project than I ever thought it would be. But then again, that goes for this entire project! :p

    David :)
     
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    Your work continues to be exemplary, Wix!(y) And....yup....2 guys will make that rear window job MUCH easier. You are brave to try it alone...but then...being a loner, I do stuff like that, too. The car is taking shape and I can see it heading in the direction of your design. Again....exemplary work that should make you proud. By watching your work ethic I can visualize the car being perfect when done. Great work, bud!:D
     
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    David, you can't really intend to drive that gem. You need a giant mantle over the fireplace to park it. Too nice and too original to drive.:pub:
     
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