[DeTomaso] rear vent window removal

[Christopher Kimball]

The best way to do it is to run a strong string along the inside of the rubber seal, all the way around the window.  Then, get the window started as much as possible, then from the inside (it's bit tricky to reach in the engine compartment to do this) gradually pull the string out.  As you do this, the string pulls the edge of the rubber over the metal edge all the way around, as the string comes out.

I hope this makes sense, if it doesn't, feel free to call me on my cell at 253-722-7526.  A couple of years ago I had to not only remove the vent window, but I also had to replace the back window.  The string technique was shown to me, and it worked great.

Sincerely,

Chris



> Date: Mon, 27 Apr 2009 10:50:21 -0400
> From: boyd411 at gmail.com
> To: detomaso at realbig.com
> Subject: [DeTomaso] rear vent window removal
> 
> I had to remove my rear vent window to gain access to
> my fuel gauge sending unit opening in my gas tank. Removing the vent was the
> easiest thing I think i have done on the Pantera My question now is how do
> you replace it?I can't seem to get the sheet metal edge into the rubber slot
> in the window rubber seal. I don't feel like the window is really
> in securely. I can picture it popping out at 100 mph. Is there a trick or
> some other safety procedure to make it more secure?
> Boyd
> PS. If it where to 'Pop Out" what does a replacement cost and who sells
> them. Also if I want to remove the glass but keep the frame how do I do
> that?
> Thanks
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