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My 127 was broken into twice (whilst it was sitting in my own driveway) by removing those corner windows and reaching in for the door handle. I fitted grilles on the inside to prevent any further attempts.
hello mike, i replaced my seals on my 109 truck cab in 1970. the land rover was a 2a which bought in 1969. i loved the basic design of this vehicle. and easy to work on 4 cyl petrol engine !
I used a small amount of synthetic oil on my rear quarter window strips. Soaps and washing up liquids contain salts, not good for metals. WD40 is ok but I prefer GT85, smells nice as well!
Another top tip from you Mike.👍 But what are the names of the tools if one was to get them for ones tool box? 2 more days and I'll have a big shiney silver thing in my life!😊😊😊😊
Every time I watch someone do this job I cringe ! You made that look easy though! I’ve seen people ( myself included) struggle like crazy fitting glass. I suppose the proper tool helps😂😂
Have you ever done similar to replace the sliding rear glass with a single piece? And if I tried it, what’s the gap required between glass and body to accommodate a seal? Eg if I get some glass cut locally in the UK? I know there are kits out there for this but they want £350 (🇨🇦$600). I’d rather pay £10(🇨🇦$17) for a seal and get some glass cut - auto spec obviously.
Mike, great video for that, thank you. Did you end up taking the windscreen out for your paint project? I've seen your clip for removing the windscreen quick and easy but there are very few videos out there showing the replacement procedure. it is on the list of to do for me, I have an idea but maybe i just take it to a glass shop?
No I just masked round the screen =- if there is my mate handy, I do this on my own (if you see what I mean) - just need a pair of extra hands to keep the glass square in the frame - glass shop can whizz the in!
G'Day Mike. Nice sweet and simple demo matey, very nice. Just 2 small questions, what the hell do you call those tools and where the smeg do I get them? :D My 130 cab quarter window seals are as brittle as sheet ice. If I blow on the window I think they'll pop right out! So yeah, another thing to do on the list when I can get around to it, but as you so aptly demonstrated, right tool for the right job.
Here you go - the Claytonrite - original and the best - easy on you delicate hands! (Not to be confused with cheaper limitation!) www.ebay.com/itm/Rubber-Window-Seal-TOOL-Claytonrite/121964731044?_trkparms=aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20200520130048%26meid%3D6bca7113a91d4e9b83b09513c22614b8%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D5%26rkt%3D12%26mehot%3Dpf%26sd%3D152542543585%26itm%3D121964731044%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2047675%26algv%3DSimplAMLv5PairwiseWebWithBBEV2bDemotion&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851
Not criticizing, but if the joint it tight, then water is not going to get in, second, what damage is water going to do as it is in rubber? Those quarter glass rubbers always crack where there is the large bow at the bottom and water gets in there - but it does not get in the vehicle, but allows moss etc to grow in there
Heh, by coincidence I was just talking to somebody about this job yesterday. You take the back windows out of a Hardtop and flip the rubbers around (filler strip on the inside) so a thief can't pop out the window and open the back door. The question is, would this be possible with a pickup, or does the curved glass mean the sealing strip deforms so much that you'd struggle to get the filler strip in from the inside?
It can can be done - but it is frustrating to say the least! Not much space to get the filler tool in Besides if a tea-leaf wants to be in he will knife the rubber We had a different society in the late 50's when these tops were designed!
@@BritannicaRestorations You're not kidding. Have you seen the recent stories, from the UK, where a commuter leaves their Defender in a car-park to catch a train into London and it's stripped when they get back in the evening? Wheels, doors, bonnet, windows, seats, dashboard etc. All gone! If I had a Defender, these days, I'd definitely be looking at some kind of "security bolts" for all external hinges and fittings, as well as some way to secure the windows. Least I don't have to worry about that quite so much with a Disco.
Sad state of affairs = so different here as I can forget my keys in the ignition, windows open and still there in the morning - that said I have security cameras all over the place!
Just started my window install and having a bit of trouble fitting it in, the glass seems slightly smaller so I looked at the numbers on the glass and noticed the numbers are different. Original pilkington dot 247 as2 m50 New pilkington dot 682 as2 m3140 Is this a size difference or an age difference? Thanks
Fantastic video as always mike. I want to try to do my alpine windows on my TD5 defender ... is it the exact same way? Iv never done windows before but your instructional videos have inspired me to try. How meany windows do you think I’ll go threw before I get it right 🤔🙃think I’ll order a spare or 2.
Tip is if you are not familiar get a spare rubber seal they are so easy to cut through on the ends if you do not use enough lube and the tool digs into the rubber when fitting the glass = which is why I use WD40 as it gets everywhere You need the tools as it makes life so much easier If you get the glass hook on eBay or the like, make sure the end is nice and round and not square as this will cut the rubber - just a matter of filing it round and smooth - other than that - have a go! It can be frustrating but rewarding once done!
Thanks mike I apreseate the tips 👍🏻 I’ll be sure to get a spare rubber and I need to order up the fitting tools and I’ll give it go I’ll keep me fingers crossed ... I know you make it look easy.
@@oddrc1588 take a look at Mike's videos. There is a video he shows us how to replace an alpine window using the same tools, lots of wd40... I must say that the defender had a roof rack installed and Mike could do the job without removing the rack
What is the part number for the seal? The corner Windows are either 4 or 5 mm resulting in 2 different part numbers. Is it the same with the alpine window?
@@BritannicaRestorations Thank you. 2.bp.blogspot.com/_O08cXVWxomk/TQfrRFTKxdI/AAAAAAAAADY/f1zCBfRdeZ0/s1600/147.JPG There are not a lot of photos of this shape. I like the curved glass for possibly a different project.
Regarding WD40, now don't choke on your Werther's Original, I don't care what people use. We have all seen the cans with the flip up straw, now, here is the good bit, they do one with a flexible metal straw, they are bloody brilliant. Yes they charge more for them but here is the tip, buy one and then swap the top over with a normal cheaper can when it runs out.
Every time I watch someone do this job I cringe ! You made that look easy though! I’ve seen people ( myself included) struggle like crazy fitting glass. I suppose the proper tool helps😂😂
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I can picture plenty of future Grenadiers wearing Britannica stickers. Lovely work on the window.
There's an idea!
Experience is everything - you made that look easy. I was expecting the loop of wire/string method but that seemed much better
Glad it was helpful!
My 127 was broken into twice (whilst it was sitting in my own driveway) by removing those corner windows and reaching in for the door handle. I fitted grilles on the inside to prevent any further attempts.
I think that is the only way - even if you fit the seals the other way round with the expander strip inside, they can still be knifed out
The best thing I have found with the stickers is that each one adds 5bhp to the performance 😂
Then I need not have painted the truck and just covered it in stickers!
Lol!
hello mike, i replaced my seals on my 109 truck cab in 1970. the land rover was a 2a which bought in 1969. i loved the basic design of this vehicle. and easy to work on 4 cyl petrol engine !
Well done that man you made that look easy!
I will have to do mine soon..... After all the other jobs of course 🤣!
You can do it!
Thanks Mike, really helpful, my crew cab has just come from the paint shop and I have 2 to fit 👍👍👍
Glad it helped
Yea made that look easy mike! Nice one
It was!
Great video as always. What are the names of the tools to but them ?
www.gunson.co.uk/Product/77136/Windscreen-Installation-Tool-Set
Hi Mick that was very informative. Now I hope you will clean all the other windows the same. Unless you are going to reverse everywhere lol
That's the plan!
👍👍
I used a small amount of synthetic oil on my rear quarter window strips. Soaps and washing up liquids contain salts, not good for metals. WD40 is ok but I prefer GT85, smells nice as well!
Great job Mike 👍 never done one but there may come a day 😁
You can do it!
Another top tip from you Mike.👍
But what are the names of the tools if one was to get them for ones tool box?
2 more days and I'll have a big shiney silver thing in my life!😊😊😊😊
www.amazon.co.uk/CLAYTONRITE-rubber-window-seal-tool/dp/B01ENQPQQY
Every time I watch someone do this job I cringe ! You made that look easy though! I’ve seen people ( myself included) struggle like crazy fitting glass. I suppose the proper tool helps😂😂
Yes the tool is important - I made my filler strip tool quite easily
Mike what ever happened to good old fashioned Windowlene for the windows .......
I have not seen that for years!
Have you ever done similar to replace the sliding rear glass with a single piece? And if I tried it, what’s the gap required between glass and body to accommodate a seal? Eg if I get some glass cut locally in the UK? I know there are kits out there for this but they want £350 (🇨🇦$600). I’d rather pay £10(🇨🇦$17) for a seal and get some glass cut - auto spec obviously.
Old newspaper works well for cleaning glass.
Indeed it does ,but I get no newspapers or publicity so I had only paper towel!
Mike, great video for that, thank you. Did you end up taking the windscreen out for your paint project? I've seen your clip for removing the windscreen quick and easy but there are very few videos out there showing the replacement procedure. it is on the list of to do for me, I have an idea but maybe i just take it to a glass shop?
No I just masked round the screen =- if there is my mate handy, I do this on my own (if you see what I mean) - just need a pair of extra hands to keep the glass square in the frame - glass shop can whizz the in!
Gotta tell ya mate ..that was bleedin moorvilious..super fabbo in every directions.. seals argh argh .😁pip pips and carryon squadron leader
Glad you enjoyed it
G'Day Mike.
Nice sweet and simple demo matey, very nice. Just 2 small questions, what the hell do you call those tools and where the smeg do I get them? :D
My 130 cab quarter window seals are as brittle as sheet ice. If I blow on the window I think they'll pop right out! So yeah, another thing to do on the list when I can get around to it, but as you so aptly demonstrated, right tool for the right job.
Here you go - the Claytonrite - original and the best - easy on you delicate hands!
(Not to be confused with cheaper limitation!)
www.ebay.com/itm/Rubber-Window-Seal-TOOL-Claytonrite/121964731044?_trkparms=aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20200520130048%26meid%3D6bca7113a91d4e9b83b09513c22614b8%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D5%26rkt%3D12%26mehot%3Dpf%26sd%3D152542543585%26itm%3D121964731044%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2047675%26algv%3DSimplAMLv5PairwiseWebWithBBEV2bDemotion&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851
@@BritannicaRestorations Thanks Mike, much appreciated.
I was told to always put the join on the bottom so as not only is it an access for moisture but more importantly a drain.
It's also not so visible to numpties who want to pull it out..
Not criticizing, but if the joint it tight, then water is not going to get in, second, what damage is water going to do as it is in rubber?
Those quarter glass rubbers always crack where there is the large bow at the bottom and water gets in there - but it does not get in the vehicle, but allows moss etc to grow in there
Britannica Restorations Ltd my old TR4a Surrey top (rear) would beg to differ.
hello mike,wednesaday 8th july. just heard, the ineos grenadier might be made in france in moselle.now in talks with mercedes !
Such a shame you can't get green Swarfega in North America..
Heh, by coincidence I was just talking to somebody about this job yesterday.
You take the back windows out of a Hardtop and flip the rubbers around (filler strip on the inside) so a thief can't pop out the window and open the back door.
The question is, would this be possible with a pickup, or does the curved glass mean the sealing strip deforms so much that you'd struggle to get the filler strip in from the inside?
It can can be done - but it is frustrating to say the least! Not much space to get the filler tool in
Besides if a tea-leaf wants to be in he will knife the rubber
We had a different society in the late 50's when these tops were designed!
@@BritannicaRestorations You're not kidding.
Have you seen the recent stories, from the UK, where a commuter leaves their Defender in a car-park to catch a train into London and it's stripped when they get back in the evening?
Wheels, doors, bonnet, windows, seats, dashboard etc. All gone!
If I had a Defender, these days, I'd definitely be looking at some kind of "security bolts" for all external hinges and fittings, as well as some way to secure the windows.
Least I don't have to worry about that quite so much with a Disco.
Sad state of affairs = so different here as I can forget my keys in the ignition, windows open and still there in the morning - that said I have security cameras all over the place!
Just started my window install and having a bit of trouble fitting it in, the glass seems slightly smaller so I looked at the numbers on the glass and noticed the numbers are different.
Original pilkington dot 247 as2 m50
New pilkington dot 682 as2 m3140
Is this a size difference or an age difference?
Thanks
Hard to say, as I have no information on glass but there is different thicknesses of glass and tints but the overall dimensions should be the same
Very useful video. WD40 IS A GREAT TOOL.
It sure is!
Fantastic video as always mike. I want to try to do my alpine windows on my TD5 defender ... is it the exact same way? Iv never done windows before but your instructional videos have inspired me to try. How meany windows do you think I’ll go threw before I get it right 🤔🙃think I’ll order a spare or 2.
Tip is if you are not familiar get a spare rubber seal they are so easy to cut through on the ends if you do not use enough lube and the tool digs into the rubber when fitting the glass = which is why I use WD40 as it gets everywhere
You need the tools as it makes life so much easier
If you get the glass hook on eBay or the like, make sure the end is nice and round and not square as this will cut the rubber - just a matter of filing it round and smooth - other than that - have a go!
It can be frustrating but rewarding once done!
Thanks mike I apreseate the tips 👍🏻 I’ll be sure to get a spare rubber and I need to order up the fitting tools and I’ll give it go I’ll keep me fingers crossed ... I know you make it look easy.
@@oddrc1588 take a look at Mike's videos. There is a video he shows us how to replace an alpine window using the same tools, lots of wd40... I must say that the defender had a roof rack installed and Mike could do the job without removing the rack
@@oddrc1588 here they are:
ruclips.net/video/W-XCLemuHdQ/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/L_7vlpdPZlo/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/MJFnb5oITtg/видео.html
I've got problems with the exact same Windows on my 130 and it won't go in. It's like as tho the glass isn't curved enough
All the pick up glasses are the same as far as I know
What is the part number for the seal?
The corner Windows are either 4 or 5 mm resulting in 2 different part numbers. Is it the same with the alpine window?
I use the Alpine seals - longer but strangely cheaper than the 1/4 side glass
302177 for 5mm glass
DBF500030 for 4mm glass
@@BritannicaRestorations thank you for the advice!
Applause ! :-) CheersAxel
I would have thought a wee dram of Jameson's would have helped this process
Not needed! Fumes off the WD40 did the job!
seam goes bottom middle , cuts down on water leaks , half way up side leaves a place for water to sit and ingress.
Makes zero difference if the joint is tight
What year/model does this go to? I tried looking and am not getting any results.
The rear quarter glass was fitted to the end of production
@@BritannicaRestorations Thank you. 2.bp.blogspot.com/_O08cXVWxomk/TQfrRFTKxdI/AAAAAAAAADY/f1zCBfRdeZ0/s1600/147.JPG There are not a lot of photos of this shape. I like the curved glass for possibly a different project.
Before installing the rubber mike soak it in rubber restorer
Regarding WD40, now don't choke on your Werther's Original, I don't care what people use.
We have all seen the cans with the flip up straw, now, here is the good bit, they do one with a flexible metal straw, they are bloody brilliant.
Yes they charge more for them but here is the tip, buy one and then swap the top over with a normal cheaper can when it runs out.
Will have to look out for that but i only use WD40 for glass!
@@BritannicaRestorations I only use if for cleaning my tools!
...Emery thumbs?....you'd better Trade Mark them before you're beaten to it!
lol!
Screw WD40. Lanox is much better.
Never heard of it
That green roof is WRONG.
Why?
Britannica Restorations Ltd
Because it turns it into a pavement princess 😂
Still not a good enough reason - wonder if the military have this concern? Lol!
put it in hot water first - lot easier even than this
Was 30c that day - I think the rubber was quite supple
Every time I watch someone do this job I cringe ! You made that look easy though! I’ve seen people ( myself included) struggle like crazy fitting glass. I suppose the proper tool helps😂😂
Indeed it does - I see folk fitting with screwdrivers and kitchen knives and wonder why the windows leak!