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How To Replace Window Channels and Strips

Get Smooth, Noiseless Window Operation With Reproduction Window Channels And Felt Strips From Mustangs Plus
From the May, 2007 issue of Mustang Monthly
By Jim Smart
Photography by Jim Smart
Window Strip Replacement Window Strip
Window Strip Replacement Weatherstrip
Mustangs Plus offers a complete... 
   
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Window Strip Replacement Weatherstrip
Mustangs Plus offers a complete window channel and weatherstrip kit designed for easy installation. We also ordered new Scott Drake window stops.
Window Strip Replacement Clips
The weatherstrip clips can... 
   
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Window Strip Replacement Clips
The weatherstrip clips can only be used once. After they're installed, they can't be removed without damage, so take extra care.
Window Strip Replacement Remove Door
First, remove the door handle... 
   
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Window Strip Replacement Remove Door
First, remove the door handle and armrest.
Window Strip Replacement Door Panel
Next, Dave Kunz removes the... 
   
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Window Strip Replacement Door Panel
Next, Dave Kunz removes the door panel and water shield from his '68 Bullitt replica. This Highland Green fastback has appeared in Mustang Monthly and other publications throughout the years. Ford honored Dave by including his replica in its '01 Bullitt GT advertising and promotion efforts.
Window Strip Replacement Water Shield
The paper water shield comes... 
   
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Window Strip Replacement Water Shield
The paper water shield comes off next, if your car still has one. These are frequently missing.
Window Strip Replacement Rubber Stop
When Dave removed the rubber... 
   
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Window Strip Replacement Rubber Stop
When Dave removed the rubber window stop from the bottom of the door, it fell apart. Los Angeles is especially hard on soft parts due to air pollution and ozone levels.
Window Strip Replacement Crank Window
With the rubber stop removed,... 
   
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Window Strip Replacement Crank Window
With the rubber stop removed, Dave cranks the window deep into the door, making it easy to remove the weatherstrip. Remove the door-end screw first, then carefully remove the strip. Be careful not to damage the paint.
Window Strip Replacement Remove Strip
Window Strip Replacement Inner Strip
The inner felt strip is removed... 
   
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Window Strip Replacement Inner Strip
The inner felt strip is removed next. Very gently work the strip, but don't worry if the clips are damaged during removal, as they won't be reused.

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