Removing door window and regulator on first gen f-body 1968 Firebird
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- Опубликовано: 24 окт 2024
- Removing the door glass on a first gen fbody car step by step process. We are using a 1968 Firebird that has something very special about the glass and wish to reuse it. Want to see how it comes apart? Then you are at the right place for sure.
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I don't know how I missed this one Jon 😎
No worries you got just about all the rest of them. And I thank you
I love the blasted bird logo on the glass.
In 83 I had a 68 super beetle that my wife drove in the summer. It had lady bugs blasted in the rear side windows.
Hope everyone had a safe and relaxing labor day weekend and got a classic muscle car ride in.
Nice! Looking forward to having this car done. With those windows back in place
great info. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks. Glad to help. And plenty more to come
Looking forward to the blasting episode, of course great vid and I forgot all about the etched bird glass - I'll want that on my next build 😁
The bird glass is a nice touch. I normally put all new glass in my builds because after 50 plus year they take some damage, chips and scratches but even with some imperfections in the glass they are going back in this one.
The 68 Firebird convertible we had in high school (1990) had the birds on the windows. Car is looooong gone but we saved the windows.
Really??!? So you still have the glass now?
@@VinylVillageGarage yep. In my moms basement. I heard a rumor these were rare because they had issues with the etching process making the windows brittle. Who know why it was only a subset of the cars.
A bit rare and have some value. How much you want for them? 😁
I think my brother plans to use them on his build.
@@sunbirdgarage2774 I don’t blame him they are a nice touch. If he changes plans let me know
Great video buddy very helpful 👍 you are doing excellent work 👏
Thanks pal. Be heading your way soon!
@@VinylVillageGarage I am very proud of you Jonathan I really mean it I've been checking around RUclips and believe me me your channel has the most information when it comes to getting the metal work all together for these 1st Gen. Firebirds and the way you explain it makes it look easy that no one Should be afraid to do this right at home My hat goes off to you
Thanks, I can see the results in your builds. so glad to help and enjoying being an instructor
nicely done, Jon, and always looking forward to any videos you throw our way. Thanks as always-
Thanks buddy, still having fun so I don’t see myself quitting anytime soon
Another great video. The comment about taking something apart and getting back to it 15 years later kinda hit home a bit...lol...I sure know about finding parts in a bucket of bolts though. The car is coming along great and the little bird on the glass is an awesome touch. I cant wait to see more on the Great Pumpkin, it really makes me miss my bird.....Sadly no updates on mine so i guess its more Rust Bug videos hahahaha
Well playing cars is the name of the game for me. So birds or bugs it’s all fun. I am looking forward to seeing more progress on your bird and what the body shop did with those front fenders. Keep up the good work!
Thanks for sharing another great informative video. The Firebird emblems on the glass are a cool touch. You are diffidently a pro at removing glass. I always end up with cuts and scrapes from the sharp edges, lol .
Keep up the great work. Looking forward to the next one.
Well some lessons are learned the hard way. I have some war wounds from playing cars too.
Jon, how much more different (difficult) are power windows? And would you entertain doing a video about how to remove a door panel when the door is closed, locked, and unable to unlock for various reasons, making you try to get access to the lock/latch mechanism? Thanks for all the instructional vids!
You know I have never had the chance to mess with factory power windows. Not a common option. Looking at pictures of the power regulator’s i don’t see them being much different.
Now this situation with removing a door panel
With door stuck shut Sounds fun. I might have to give that a go. I have a few calls on what to do in this situation but never have I tried it. I like a challenge.
@@VinylVillageGarage I forgot to add that the door has power windows and no battery so you'd be unable to roll the window down to help get a slimjim or coat hanger down inside the door to try to unlock it. Power windows sound nice until you need to push the car around but have to open the door to turn the wheel. And don't forget to close the door when things are close by.
Are the '67 Firebirds with the vent windows easier or more difficult to do this to Doctor Firebird?
Personally, I found the ‘67 a bear to disassemble. I have a spare, albeit junk door that I left the glass and vent window in so I can practice R&R without scratching paint!
Good point the vent windows do change it up. Maybe someone should do a video on it…… Brian 😎
Just bought a '68, your videos make an excellent tutorial, thank you. One question : will 1967 Camaro fender fit '68 Firebird?
Congrats and Nice car! To answer the question they are not a direct swap. Just below the bumper area of then fender is slightly different on the outside and on the inside behind the bumper the inner structure is different on the Camaro i believe it is for supporting headlight bracket pieces.
If you look up First generation garage he has a video showing the difference and how he modified it to fit.
@@VinylVillageGarage Searched for first generation garage but nada. Might be easier to sell it and buy correct fender.
@@dreamchasergarage690 weird you can’t find his channel. He comment here just below you. It says Firat Generation Garage. It might be simpler to buy the Firebird fender.
Do you have info on removing the glass on a 67? I guess you need to remove the felt trim first, but what about the vent window?
I have not done a video yet. The vent window can stay in place.
Friend of mine Brian did a video
ruclips.net/video/PnqhFCWJJfA/видео.htmlsi=vcCJpJ1JRXsygPxK
I've watched a lot of your videos and sometimes i get blocked from 'Liking' it with an error message that says its unable to process the request. It happened again this morning while watching your video about the smoking 350 engine. That video did have a bunch of audio problems, but I just turned it down.
Yeah I pulled that video is has a sound glitching issue. Thanks for letting me know. Unfortunately I can’t tell you why you can’t like a video. That’s not cool That is how RUclips grades what I am doing. Appreciate you taking the time and letting me know that as well
@@VinylVillageGarage Your thumbnail for each video is too busy with different text fonts and sizes. I would go with larger text in the same spot on every video "1968 Firebird Resto - How much will that cost?" in same color and font. That particular video lacks the "1968 Firebird" in the thumbnail title and may get passed over by people scrolling thru youtube. I would always put the year firebird followed by short 2-4 word text. It should get you more views. Doing a Part 1, Part 2, etc. in the thumbnail title has proven to get more views as well.
@@tomsettles6873 thanks for the insight, building cars I feel pretty confident with RUclips is still new. Appreciate it!!