rear window install

[barryv]

i would like to install my rear window myself. is there a specific silicone and what size bead would be good.thanks

[mopardave]

3/8 or 1/2 butyl-ribbon sealer.or if your going to use sealer it will have to be urethaned in not silicone. depending on your temp. there are different cure rates on the urethane, slow , medium, fast cure.

i usually set it in on the butyl-ribbon sealer then butter the channel and edge of glass with the urethane for a double seal.

[ntstlgl1970]

Also, make sure you have the setting blocks (the rubber blocks that come with the ribbon sealer kit) in there to center the glass correctly, otherwise the glass will move around over time and eventually leak.

[barryv]

thanks for the replies

[67vertman]

Use the 1/2 inch if you can, it limits gaps and leaks.  Also, leave the paper backing on the window side and test fit the window, look for gaps and use some more sealer in that area(s). I roll thin pieces between my hand to make thin ropes to fill in the gaps.  Once you are happy with the fit around the window, remove the paper backing and put the window in for good, it helps to have a helper with this step, or you can use wood blocks, I use paint sticks.  Try NAPA, they have the sealer.

Also, use the search function on the site and look for threads on the subject, they are on here and they helped me alot when I did mine.

[barryv]

thank you