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Old Henry · 02-27-2023, 08:30 PM

I did this 15 years ago but don't remember how I did it. I remember something about string and dish soap and see references to that in other threads but don't remember the details.

Anyone know of a video showing how it's done or more detailed instructions? Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Old Henry · 02-27-2023, 09:17 PM

I found this video that refreshed my memory of how to install the glass and seal using the string and soap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTOfr6vpzPE

I'll give it a try and hope it works.

slowforty · 02-28-2023, 12:22 AM

Glad to see you back.

ford38v8 · 02-28-2023, 01:07 AM

Hey there world traveller, good to see you back here again. If I’m not mistaken, you should have a couple years worth of pictures and stories to share with us!

HDowse · 02-28-2023, 06:29 AM

This is from Mac Van Pelt's website. I followed it installing new glass on my 40 sedan. It states it’s for 40-46. Be careful how you pull the rope/string out. Do it slowly and be careful not to rip the rubber gasket. I used a solution of dish soap and water in an old spray bottle to keep the rubber wet as I went along. http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/f...-40-46_pg1.htm

A bones · 02-28-2023, 07:48 AM

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Looking forward to your success.
Will your grandson be helping?

woodiewagon46 · 02-28-2023, 10:11 AM

The instructions are also on Mark's 1941-1948 Ford Parts website.

TJ · 02-28-2023, 11:18 AM

Old Henry, welcome back. We've missed your "travel logs".

02-27-2023, 08:30 PM	#1
Old Henry Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 5,762	47 sedan windshield install I did this 15 years ago but don't remember how I did it. I remember something about string and dish soap and see references to that in other threads but don't remember the details. Anyone know of a video showing how it's done or more detailed instructions? Any help will be greatly appreciated. __________________ Prof. Henry (The Roaming Gnome) "It is good to have an end to journey toward; but it is the journey that matters, in the end.” *Ursula K. Le Guin in The Left Hand of Darkness

02-27-2023, 09:17 PM	#2
Old Henry Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 5,762	Re: 47 sedan windshield install I found this video that refreshed my memory of how to install the glass and seal using the string and soap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTOfr6vpzPE I'll give it a try and hope it works. __________________ Prof. Henry (The Roaming Gnome) "It is good to have an end to journey toward; but it is the journey that matters, in the end.” *Ursula K. Le Guin in The Left Hand of Darkness

02-28-2023, 12:22 AM	#3
slowforty Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Tinley Park Ill Posts: 1,062	Re: 47 sedan windshield install Glad to see you back.

02-28-2023, 01:07 AM	#4
ford38v8 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 6,646	Re: 47 sedan windshield install Hey there world traveller, good to see you back here again. If I’m not mistaken, you should have a couple years worth of pictures and stories to share with us! __________________ Alan

02-28-2023, 06:29 AM	#5
HDowse Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Hancock, New Hampshire Posts: 375	Re: 47 sedan windshield install This is from Mac Van Pelt's website. I followed it installing new glass on my 40 sedan. It states it’s for 40-46. Be careful how you pull the rope/string out. Do it slowly and be careful not to rip the rubber gasket. I used a solution of dish soap and water in an old spray bottle to keep the rubber wet as I went along. http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/f...-40-46_pg1.htm

02-28-2023, 07:48 AM	#6
A bones Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: CLAYTON DE Posts: 1,283	Re: 47 sedan windshield install Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Looking forward to your success. Will your grandson be helping? __________________ Enjoy yer day. Tom Hate can't fix what it started.

02-28-2023, 10:11 AM	#7
woodiewagon46 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Long Island,NY Posts: 1,555	Re: 47 sedan windshield install The instructions are also on Mark's 1941-1948 Ford Parts website.

02-28-2023, 11:18 AM	#8
TJ Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Napa,California Posts: 6,037	Re: 47 sedan windshield install Old Henry, welcome back. We've missed your "travel logs".