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Custom 68 · 06-09-2009, 01:22 PM

Hey all I have done some searching without any luck. I am curious about flush mounting a windshield in my truck. I have seen a photo of it done before but was curious on what could be found or if anybody has done this.
Thanks
Dave

truckpoorpackrat · 06-09-2009, 01:38 PM

I have thought about this also. I just wonder if the glass is big enough to fill the opening & what to use to hide the area where it would urethane in ? Any solutions would help me also.
James.

Custom 68 · 06-09-2009, 01:40 PM

James, I believe the glass is smaller than the opening. It actually sits inside the rubber. I have a hard time getting mine to seal up very good. One option seems to be weld in a larger channel but I am not sure from there as far as getting something around the glass to make it look right...

cadillacart · 06-09-2009, 02:31 PM

Do you remember where you saw that picture? I bet that looks real nice.

lts70 · 06-09-2009, 03:15 PM

If you get your window frame smaller than your original windshield you can get a black urethane primer to create a black border much like you see on newer cars except with out the small dots on the outer edge. This black border will hide the urethane glue used to place the window. This primer comes in small cans that look like a 5hour energy bottle and have a applicator that allows you to paint a consistent border around the window. I saw a window installer use it on a land-cruiser I believe.

lts70 · 06-09-2009, 03:22 PM

I think this is what he was using.

http://www.levineautoparts.com/3m08681.html

turner15 · 06-09-2009, 03:46 PM

My window installer did this to my 71, Looked terrible. Looked like a mistake. I pulled it out and enlisted a body man to help me get it done right. I would not recommend this.

Custom 68 · 06-09-2009, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by turner15

My window installer did this to my 71, Looked terrible. Looked like a mistake. I pulled it out and enlisted a body man to help me get it done right. I would not recommend this.

what went wrong? do you have any pictures? I am sure there is a wrong way and a right way.
Dave

ChevLoRay · 06-09-2009, 09:07 PM

This McPherson Chevy has a ton of mods, including flush-mount windshield.

cadillacart · 06-10-2009, 07:47 PM

hmm. Looks like it is missing something

68 short step · 06-10-2009, 10:16 PM

it looks like a hybrid of a 88-98 chevy and a 67-68 chevy.....i like the flush mounted windshield (from the little bit i can see), but dont think the 'square-ish' wheel openings look good, nor do i like the side view mirror........ but it is a good looking truck, that id drive

Custom 68 · 11-05-2013, 03:46 PM

I am going to bring this back up to the top.
There doesn't seem to be any kits around for the 67-72 truck to do this. I found one for the rear and then the 73 body style but not for me...
I have given this some thought but wanted to see if anybody has any other thoughts on the process.

Andy4639 · 11-05-2013, 04:41 PM

Here u go.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=1148439

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=427024&page=2

New_70'C10 · 03-29-2017, 06:52 PM

I know this is a really old thread but when I started looking for a flush mount windshield this is what came up; and it didn't seem to have a good ending. If anyone is still looking this may be of interest:

http://www.shopfesler.com/flush-moun...-10-truck-kit/

Good luck,
Charles.

**special-K** · 03-30-2017, 11:13 AM

I have to ask one question..."Why?". I look at that black shortbed and it's a really nice truck. Personally don't care for the change and feel the overall truck would look just as nice (better to me) with none of all that effort. Modern Chevy trucks are nice. If I wanted what they have I would buy one and keep enjoying my classic that so many love because they were done right so long ago.

James the III · 03-30-2017, 11:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

I have to ask one question..."Why?". I look at that black shortbed and it's a really nice truck. Personally don't care for the change and feel the overall truck would look just as nice (better to me) with none of all that effort. Modern Chevy trucks are nice. If I wanted what they have I would buy one and keep enjoying my classic that so many love because they were done right so long ago.

Why, because others like it..
If everyone liked the same thing.. it be mighty boring hobby..

Andy4639 · 03-30-2017, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by James the III

Why, because others like it..
If everyone liked the same thing.. it be mighty boring hobby..

Agree it's called customizing! If it wasn't for the guy's doing this type of stuff we would all be driving Pinto's and Vega's right now.

Just like the trucks getting the Diesel engine and Allison Transmission. If some one wouldn't have tried it back in the day it wouldn't have ever happen!

06-09-2009, 01:22 PM	#1
Custom 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,928	flush mount windshield 1967-1972 ? Hey all I have done some searching without any luck. I am curious about flush mounting a windshield in my truck. I have seen a photo of it done before but was curious on what could be found or if anybody has done this. Thanks Dave __________________ Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!"

06-09-2009, 01:38 PM	#2
truckpoorpackrat Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: joplin mo. Posts: 272	Re: flush mount windshield 1967-1972 ? I have thought about this also. I just wonder if the glass is big enough to fill the opening & what to use to hide the area where it would urethane in ? Any solutions would help me also. James.

06-09-2009, 01:40 PM	#3
Custom 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,928	Re: flush mount windshield 1967-1972 ? James, I believe the glass is smaller than the opening. It actually sits inside the rubber. I have a hard time getting mine to seal up very good. One option seems to be weld in a larger channel but I am not sure from there as far as getting something around the glass to make it look right... __________________ Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!"

06-09-2009, 02:31 PM	#4
cadillacart 1972 C/20 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Santa Rosa, Ca Posts: 273	Re: flush mount windshield 1967-1972 ? Do you remember where you saw that picture? I bet that looks real nice.

06-09-2009, 03:15 PM	#5
lts70 1970 Daily Driver Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Glenns Ferry IDAHO Posts: 1,035	Re: flush mount windshield 1967-1972 ? If you get your window frame smaller than your original windshield you can get a black urethane primer to create a black border much like you see on newer cars except with out the small dots on the outer edge. This black border will hide the urethane glue used to place the window. This primer comes in small cans that look like a 5hour energy bottle and have a applicator that allows you to paint a consistent border around the window. I saw a window installer use it on a land-cruiser I believe. __________________ It's not truly yours if you didn't build it yourself or if you don't do your own maintenance. Last edited by lts70; 06-09-2009 at 03:16 PM.

06-09-2009, 03:22 PM	#6
lts70 1970 Daily Driver Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Glenns Ferry IDAHO Posts: 1,035	Re: flush mount windshield 1967-1972 ? I think this is what he was using. http://www.levineautoparts.com/3m08681.html __________________ It's not truly yours if you didn't build it yourself or if you don't do your own maintenance.

06-09-2009, 03:46 PM	#7
turner15 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Toronto Canada Posts: 265	Re: flush mount windshield 1967-1972 ? My window installer did this to my 71, Looked terrible. Looked like a mistake. I pulled it out and enlisted a body man to help me get it done right. I would not recommend this.

06-09-2009, 09:07 PM	#9
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: flush mount windshield 1967-1972 ? This McPherson Chevy has a ton of mods, including flush-mount windshield. Attached Images __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

06-10-2009, 07:47 PM	#10
cadillacart 1972 C/20 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Santa Rosa, Ca Posts: 273	Re: flush mount windshield 1967-1972 ? hmm. Looks like it is missing something

06-10-2009, 10:16 PM	#11
68 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: tulsa OK Posts: 3,070	Re: flush mount windshield 1967-1972 ? it looks like a hybrid of a 88-98 chevy and a 67-68 chevy.....i like the flush mounted windshield (from the little bit i can see), but dont think the 'square-ish' wheel openings look good, nor do i like the side view mirror........ but it is a good looking truck, that id drive

11-05-2013, 03:46 PM	#12
Custom 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,928	Re: flush mount windshield 1967-1972 ? I am going to bring this back up to the top. There doesn't seem to be any kits around for the 67-72 truck to do this. I found one for the rear and then the 73 body style but not for me... I have given this some thought but wanted to see if anybody has any other thoughts on the process. __________________ Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!"

11-05-2013, 04:41 PM	#13
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: flush mount windshield 1967-1972 ? Here u go. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=1148439 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=427024&page=2 __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

03-29-2017, 06:52 PM	#14
New_70'C10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 146	Re: flush mount windshield 1967-1972 ? I know this is a really old thread but when I started looking for a flush mount windshield this is what came up; and it didn't seem to have a good ending. If anyone is still looking this may be of interest: http://www.shopfesler.com/flush-moun...-10-truck-kit/ Good luck, Charles. __________________ 1970 SWB CST; 307ci, 200-4R, (Slow Motion)

03-30-2017, 11:13 AM	#15
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: flush mount windshield 1967-1972 ? I have to ask one question..."Why?". I look at that black shortbed and it's a really nice truck. Personally don't care for the change and feel the overall truck would look just as nice (better to me) with none of all that effort. Modern Chevy trucks are nice. If I wanted what they have I would buy one and keep enjoying my classic that so many love because they were done right so long ago. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~



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