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1. windscreen (score: 1)
Author: Sam Gentry <sam@spit6.com>
Date: Tue, 03 Sep 2002 17:39:17 -0400
I think I must have done every job that can be done in 40 years and 6 spits and gt6's. Every job other than replacing the windscreen. I have read the manuals and I think I understand how it is done,
/html/spitfires/2002-09/msg00019.html (7,246 bytes)

2. Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: Ken C <kenwc@pacbell.net>
Date: Sat, 15 Jan 2000 18:24:15 -0800
Ok, I'm open to any suggestions on how to install the windscreen. This is just not going really well !! The gasket is on the glass, the rope is in the channel, lots of lubricant, a second set of han
/html/spitfires/2000-01/msg00403.html (6,812 bytes)

3. Re: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: "Graham Stretch" <technical-iwnet@lineone.net>
Date: Sun, 16 Jan 2000 11:46:31 -0000
Sorry to hear you are having so much trouble with your screen it sounds to me like you have the right technique, Perhaps two pairs of hands pushing in is th trick. The only thing you don't say is we
/html/spitfires/2000-01/msg00406.html (7,892 bytes)

4. Re: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: "Bob Harris" <harris88@eznet.net>
Date: Sun, 16 Jan 2000 11:24:53 -0500
Are you sure you have the correct piece of glass? A friend of mine purchased 2 windshields from SICP and when we went to install 1 of them(acually had a glass shop try to install) it was the wrong o
/html/spitfires/2000-01/msg00407.html (6,974 bytes)

5. Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: Ken C <kenwc@pacbell.net>
Date: Tue, 16 Nov 1999 15:37:28 -0800
Has anyone replaced their own windscreen (windshield) ? If so, any hints ? I was able to remove the windscreen rather easily, the rubber was closer to pie crust, just came off in pieces. The windscr
/html/spitfires/1999-11/msg00354.html (7,521 bytes)

6. Re: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: Patrick Baize <speedracre@netzero.net>
Date: Tue, 16 Nov 1999 18:29:32 -0600
I need one of those things too. Stored mine on a shelf , something fell from the top and made it look like a bunch of little square blocks. Pat 63 Spitfire (very airy)
/html/spitfires/1999-11/msg00356.html (8,000 bytes)

7. Re: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: "Patrick Bowen" <pabowen@mediaone.net>
Date: Tue, 16 Nov 1999 20:06:08 -0500
I have a good windscreen I would be willing to give up fairly cheap. But, I am in Jacksonville Fl. Where are all ya'll at. Patrick -- Original Message -- From: Patrick Baize <speedracre@netzero.net>
/html/spitfires/1999-11/msg00357.html (8,741 bytes)

8. Re: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: Joe Curry <spitlist@gte.net>
Date: Tue, 16 Nov 1999 18:21:39 -0700
I wrote up a procedure on replacing the windscreen a while back. You can find a copy on the Spitfire Tips Archive in Tom Shirley's Spitfire Garage: http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/Speedway/1080/s
/html/spitfires/1999-11/msg00358.html (8,416 bytes)

9. RE: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: "Huw Upshall" <hupshall@wolfenet.com>
Date: Tue, 16 Nov 1999 17:38:23 -0800
and the seal to your local speedy auto glass......... --Original Message-- From: owner-spitfires@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-spitfires@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Joe Curry Sent: Tuesday, November
/html/spitfires/1999-11/msg00360.html (9,074 bytes)

10. Re: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: Joe Curry <spitlist@gte.net>
Date: Tue, 16 Nov 1999 18:55:33 -0700
Aw come on Huw! Once you get the knack, replacing the windscreen is easy as falling off a log! (Of course, those couple of broken ones before I learned the trick were a bit expensive! :) But seriousl
/html/spitfires/1999-11/msg00362.html (9,738 bytes)

11. Re: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: Kevin Besig <kbesig@borg.com>
Date: Wed, 17 Nov 1999 09:11:11 -0500
I couldn't agree more (I thought I was the only one who found this was to difficult a job to do myself). Kevin Besig '75 Spitfire FM28619U
/html/spitfires/1999-11/msg00363.html (8,153 bytes)

12. Re: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: Joe Curry <spitlist@gte.net>
Date: Tue, 16 Nov 1999 19:20:10 -0700
It is NOT difficult. Daunting, perhaps, but not difficult. The real challenge is to get over the fear of breaking that expensive hunk of glass! Joe -- "If you can't excel with talent, triumph with e
/html/spitfires/1999-11/msg00365.html (8,530 bytes)

13. Re: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: "Terry L. Thompson" <tlt@digex.net>
Date: Tue, 16 Nov 1999 21:52:34 -0500
I haven't replaced the windscreen in the spitfire, but I did replace the windscreen and rear windows in my '50 Ford truck, and it's the same type of seal. I went in much easier than I thought. The ma
/html/spitfires/1999-11/msg00367.html (9,683 bytes)

14. Re: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Carney" <gt6plus@gis.net>
Date: Wed, 17 Nov 1999 01:35:20 -0500
of 1) free I thought liquid soap had a tendency to dry out rubber based products... Maybe I am wrong but I thought I heard that somewhere. Tom
/html/spitfires/1999-11/msg00372.html (8,406 bytes)

15. Re: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: "Donald H. Locker" <dhl@mrdog.msl.com>
Date: Wed, 17 Nov 1999 08:56:54 -0500
Anyone try K-Y or one of the other surgical lubes for this? I read somewhere about using petroleum jelly and I'm _sure_ that would wreak havoc with rubber gaskets. I should think liquid soap would be
/html/spitfires/1999-11/msg00373.html (9,062 bytes)

16. Re: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: Joe Curry <spitlist@gte.net>
Date: Wed, 17 Nov 1999 08:12:00 -0700
I used Vaseline on my windscreen gasket 3 years ago and it shows no sign of deterioration! However, since K-Y is water based, it probably would be the best bet just to be on the safe side. Regards,
/html/spitfires/1999-11/msg00374.html (9,666 bytes)

17. Re: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: Laura.G@141.com (Laura Gharazeddine)
Date: Wed, 17 Nov 1999 09:38:48 -0800
I know there's a joke in here, but I can't come up with it-where's Arthur Smith or Fred Thomas when you really need them? But seriously, you're not supposed to use vaseline with latex condoms so it w
/html/spitfires/1999-11/msg00377.html (10,639 bytes)

18. RE: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: "James Gambony" <BritBits@tiu.net>
Date: Wed, 17 Nov 1999 18:55:25 -0600
Not trying to pick on you.... I've seen a few terrified responses about what not to use... but no good responses on what to use. 1) soapy water solution (dish soap is easiest and is safe on quality
/html/spitfires/1999-11/msg00399.html (12,127 bytes)

19. Re: Windscreen (score: 1)
Author: Joe Curry <spitlist@gte.net>
Date: Wed, 17 Nov 1999 18:43:43 -0700
Latex and natural rubber are different (despite the common name for condoms). Different solvents eat away at different compounds, but I have not seen any degradation of my windshield gasket after us
/html/spitfires/1999-11/msg00403.html (11,278 bytes)

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