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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Body, Glass & Paint => Topic started by: PromiseKeeper on January 09, 2011, 06:05:22 pm

Title: vent windows
Post by: PromiseKeeper on January 09, 2011, 06:05:22 pm

I'm working on putting new window run channels in my doors. In the process, I decided to take out the wing vent assembly to clean out the bottom part of the track. In doing so, I realized my rubber seals around the glass were cracked worse than I realized.I'm going to hit the boneyard and see if I can find a decent set there before I buy the expensive gasket set. Does anyone know if everything from 73-87 interchanges? Thanks in advance

Scott

Title: Re: vent windows
Post by: chevytruknut on January 09, 2011, 06:28:45 pm

I believe all the vent windows are the same. There may be a slight difference in mounting holes.   Truck sells a side window replacement kit that does away with the vents but they're pretty pricey

Title: Re: vent windows
Post by: onelow84 on January 09, 2011, 06:29:27 pm

the glass is different 73-80 and 81-87 although the seals might be the same, not sure though

Title: Re: vent windows
Post by: KY..Rob on January 09, 2011, 06:36:45 pm

I would look for Doors in 73-76....77-80....81-87 I know the Doors changed in 77 due to the power window option. Physically they will fit the cab, Just as the other years will..But there is a difference. Don't quote me on this, but I think the 77-80 didn't have the locking wing and the 81-87 did. I would probably be looking for 77-87 Wing Vent, unless you have a 73-76.

Title: Re: vent windows
Post by: chevytruknut on January 09, 2011, 07:00:14 pm

I looked in my   truck book they are showing the seals to be different. 73-80 are different from 81-87. Sorry for the bogus info.

Title: Re: vent windows
Post by: chevytruknut on January 09, 2011, 07:10:29 pm

I have to clear this up, both of my posts have the name of another parts catalog deleted from them. I should have known not to list the name of another catalog on the site. My mistake.

Title: Re: vent windows
Post by: PromiseKeeper on January 10, 2011, 10:28:57 am

Thanks guys! Great site and info! ;D If I understand the posts... if I find something from 73-87... it should fit, just might be some minor differences? I guess I didn't say in my original post, but I have an 80 c-10 swb. Thanks!

Scott

Title: Re: vent windows
Post by: Captkaos on January 11, 2011, 04:06:04 pm

personally I would look for the 89-91 updated vents.

Title: Re: vent windows
Post by: Da67goatman on January 11, 2011, 04:21:11 pm

I have 2 extra 89-91 passenger side vent windows, I'd give you one.  Where are you in Ohio?

Title: Re: vent windows
Post by: PromiseKeeper on January 11, 2011, 08:21:32 pm

goatman,
I live in Bolivar which is about 15 miles South of Canton. I appreciate the offer! I'd be willing to pay the shipping or work something out.

Scott

Title: Re: vent windows
Post by: 1980c10 on January 11, 2011, 08:24:01 pm

73-80 have thicker glass than 81-87

Title: Re: vent windows
Post by: PromiseKeeper on January 11, 2011, 08:25:09 pm

Quote from: Captkaos on January 11, 2011, 04:06:04 pm

personally I would look for the 89-91 updated vents.

Captkaos,
What is different about these vents? I'm learning lots around here! Thanks!

Scott

Title: Re: vent windows
Post by: 1982 Daily Driver on January 11, 2011, 08:33:51 pm

If I'm not mistaken there is 1 piece seals and 2 piece seals depending on the year. But if your going to replace the seals you might just want to go ahead and check on new if you have alot of noise and whatnot. That's alot of work to just put used seals back in.