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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Body, Glass & Paint => Topic started by: claude on July 02, 2018, 08:47:27 AM

Title: Vent Window
Post by: claude on July 02, 2018, 08:47:27 AM
I need to replace (not repair or put new rubber on) left vent(wing) window. Looking to buy a new one but cannot find. Our sponsor site does not list one at his web site. sales the right vent window but not the drivers side. Can’t find at any sight. Google search sends me to people selling used ones in poor shape from $90-$150. Can anyone point me to a place for a complete new left wing window for a 1985?
Title: Re: Vent Window
Post by: Henry on July 02, 2018, 11:03:26 AM
The mere hint of mentioning that vendor is not allowed
Title: Re: Vent Window
Post by: claude on July 02, 2018, 12:11:40 PM
Thanks for reply Henry. That truck parts site has them listed but when I order one online it says left side is not available. Not on back order, but unavailable. Right one is is in stock but I do not need that one. I am assuming drivers side wears out faster than passenger. Any other suggestions?
Title: Re: Vent Window
Post by: zieg85 on July 02, 2018, 12:46:18 PM
Google is your friend... give it a try

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/oer-cx1549c?seid=srese1&cm_mmc=pla-google-_-shopping-_-srese1-_-oer&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIn7aw_vuA3AIVAwxpCh27QgLYEAQYAiABEgJgn_D_BwE
Title: Re: Vent Window
Post by: Captkaos on July 02, 2018, 02:09:05 PM
The linked assembly is a 1967-72.  No one repops that side.  From my knowledge.  What you have found is old stock most likely
You only option is fixing what you have.
Title: Re: Vent Window
Post by: claude on July 02, 2018, 02:38:58 PM
Thanks for reply Zieg85. Have done extensive search and discovered what Captkoas replied. All new vent windows for 1973-87 are for passenger side only. As Captkoas replied, your suggested link was for 1968-72 Chev pickups. Only used driver side vent windows found using Google & they are over priced.  Now I have some decisions to make.
Title: Re: Vent Window
Post by: zieg85 on July 02, 2018, 04:21:55 PM
Do you need the whole window assembly or just the glass?
Title: Re: Vent Window
Post by: VileZambonie on July 02, 2018, 05:16:08 PM
Replacement full assemblies are available. You can also rebuild them, new glass, frames, seals and hardware are available.
Title: Re: Vent Window
Post by: 75gmck25 on August 30, 2018, 11:31:12 AM
If you want a full replacement vent window assembly, there are at least three vendors that sell the complete assembly for about $200.  Just do a google search for 73-87 gm truck parts and you should be able to find all of them.  Based on what I was able to find online, the vent window assembly is the same for 73-87, even though the mechanism for the main roll-down windows did change over the years as they changed the doors.

I just bought a driver's side window assembly from a local pick and pull, and IIRC it was about $25.  It was used and had rust in all the typical places, but it was complete and unbroken.  Once you get the door panel off, the vent window assembly is only held in by 3 screws and 1-2 bolts.  Its easy to get out once you understand how its installed.

Bruce
Title: Re: Vent Window
Post by: claude on August 31, 2018, 12:03:58 PM
Thanks to all. Did find new complete vent windows set for both sides. Had to do some tweaking on driver side vent window to make it fit properly.