Saturday, we had some guys come over who are part of the Bus Pilots Association. Chad was our expert--and he taught us all how to install windows. We are so grateful for his help. The installation ended up being much easier than I had anticipated…as long as you have thin nylon rope and four people working on the window.
I’ve heard it said that people have done this job alone. I think that’s a VW urban legend.
We are still missing one window and the windshield. I went to pick up the pizza and when I got back, the guys were working on installation of the windshield. Just as I walked back into the garage, the windshield cracked all the way down the middle. I think I was the least disappointed of anyone there seeing as how I hadn’t put any energy into the installation of said windshield.
As you may recall, we pulled all of the windows out of Doris before having her hauled away, therefore, we had two windshields. We decided that we’d rather not risk breaking a second windshield and left the task for a professional. In light of this, the only advice we have to offer on installation of a bay window windshield is—don’t push hard on the center of the glass.
The other window is missing because someone (not protecting anyone here, I just can’t remember who it was) cut the vent window seal when we removed the windows. Wolfsburg West’s seal kit doesn’t come with replacement vent window seals, so we had planned to just re-use what we had. This worked great for the two seals that we hadn’t cut. The bad news—that one freaking vent window seal is going to set us back $50. Lame.
All setbacks aside, BB looks fantastic with her new windows. The window tinting compliments the yellow paint very nicely—she’s one hot mama!
I’ve heard it said that people have done this job alone. I think that’s a VW urban legend.
We are still missing one window and the windshield. I went to pick up the pizza and when I got back, the guys were working on installation of the windshield. Just as I walked back into the garage, the windshield cracked all the way down the middle. I think I was the least disappointed of anyone there seeing as how I hadn’t put any energy into the installation of said windshield.
As you may recall, we pulled all of the windows out of Doris before having her hauled away, therefore, we had two windshields. We decided that we’d rather not risk breaking a second windshield and left the task for a professional. In light of this, the only advice we have to offer on installation of a bay window windshield is—don’t push hard on the center of the glass.
The other window is missing because someone (not protecting anyone here, I just can’t remember who it was) cut the vent window seal when we removed the windows. Wolfsburg West’s seal kit doesn’t come with replacement vent window seals, so we had planned to just re-use what we had. This worked great for the two seals that we hadn’t cut. The bad news—that one freaking vent window seal is going to set us back $50. Lame.
All setbacks aside, BB looks fantastic with her new windows. The window tinting compliments the yellow paint very nicely—she’s one hot mama!
Oh, and not to overshadow BB's windows or anything, but here's Chad's horribly fantastic '66 21 window. 
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