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Automotive Stud · 07-23-2018, 09:29 AM

I'm looking for a chrome rear window frame and either some kind of lightweight glass or plexiglass for a convertible back window. I figured this was something readily available reproduction but I haven't had any luck. Does anyone have a source? Thanks!

blucar · 07-23-2018, 10:09 AM

You did not state what year of a vehicle you are looking for. As a general rule the open cars of the '30's, early '40's, had a rear window that is generally approx 6" x 20". Post war cars usually have a large frame-less plexiglass/plastic window.
The '30-'40 metal framed window is available from a couple of vendors, they are pretty pricey, I paid $550. in 2009 for the window in my convertible. It was brand new with a stainless frame..
I'll have to look up the vendors name in my records. PM me if you want the info..

19Fordy · 07-23-2018, 10:14 AM

Here's a frame: https://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-Ope...itleDesc=0%7C0

Kube · 07-23-2018, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Automotive Stud

I'm looking for a chrome rear window frame and either some kind of lightweight glass or plexiglass for a convertible back window. I figured this was something readily available reproduction but I haven't had any luck. Does anyone have a source? Thanks!

Lebaron Bonney sold a very nice unit that is darn, darn close to authentic. Most, perhaps 99% of folks couldn't tell the difference.
They also sell the glass.

Krylon32 · 07-23-2018, 10:19 AM

Check LeBaron Bonney, they usually have a variety of rear window frames for convertibles? You beat me to it KUBE.

rotorwrench · 07-23-2018, 06:15 PM

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In large cities, a person can generally find a plastic shop that will sell you either plexiglass (acrylic) or polycarbonate (lexan). Just about any thickness with in reason is available.

It can be cut but a person has to be careful with it since it can crack easily if the tooling tries to bind with it. I use only Unibits to drill holes. I rough cut it close with a band saw with a very good blade that is near new with no welds sticking out at the seam line then grind it to size with a belt or drum sander. This is the best way I've found to keep from cracking the stuff.

fordv8j · 07-23-2018, 07:32 PM

I got mine from Lebarron Bonnie,,,with glass

Krylon32 · 07-23-2018, 09:35 PM

I like the LeBaron Bonney rear window as the 33/34 Phaeton window I used in my 32 roadster, the frame was stainless and the glass was tempered.

07-23-2018, 09:29 AM	#1
Automotive Stud Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 832	Convertible back window frame source? I'm looking for a chrome rear window frame and either some kind of lightweight glass or plexiglass for a convertible back window. I figured this was something readily available reproduction but I haven't had any luck. Does anyone have a source? Thanks!

07-23-2018, 10:09 AM	#2
blucar Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Ventura, CA Posts: 2,464	Re: Convertible back window frame source? You did not state what year of a vehicle you are looking for. As a general rule the open cars of the '30's, early '40's, had a rear window that is generally approx 6" x 20". Post war cars usually have a large frame-less plexiglass/plastic window. The '30-'40 metal framed window is available from a couple of vendors, they are pretty pricey, I paid $550. in 2009 for the window in my convertible. It was brand new with a stainless frame.. I'll have to look up the vendors name in my records. PM me if you want the info.. __________________ Bill.... 36 5 win cpe

07-23-2018, 10:14 AM	#3
19Fordy Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Coral Springs FL Posts: 10,943	Re: Convertible back window frame source? Here's a frame: https://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-Ope...itleDesc=0%7C0

07-23-2018, 10:19 AM	#5
Krylon32 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 4,484	Re: Convertible back window frame source? Check LeBaron Bonney, they usually have a variety of rear window frames for convertibles? You beat me to it KUBE.

07-23-2018, 06:15 PM	#6
rotorwrench Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 16,436	Re: Convertible back window frame source? Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) In large cities, a person can generally find a plastic shop that will sell you either plexiglass (acrylic) or polycarbonate (lexan). Just about any thickness with in reason is available. It can be cut but a person has to be careful with it since it can crack easily if the tooling tries to bind with it. I use only Unibits to drill holes. I rough cut it close with a band saw with a very good blade that is near new with no welds sticking out at the seam line then grind it to size with a belt or drum sander. This is the best way I've found to keep from cracking the stuff.

07-23-2018, 07:32 PM	#7
fordv8j Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Posts: 325	Re: Convertible back window frame source? I got mine from Lebarron Bonnie,,,with glass

07-23-2018, 09:35 PM	#8
Krylon32 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 4,484	Re: Convertible back window frame source? I like the LeBaron Bonney rear window as the 33/34 Phaeton window I used in my 32 roadster, the frame was stainless and the glass was tempered.