Bob,
The best way to get a windshield is order one from the Dealer.
Yes, they still have them for the '68-'70 roadsters. Comes in
a huge box, with a foam insert around the glass.
Inspect the glass BEFORE taking the box. If it is broken, they
can work it out with the shipper. If you take the box home, THEN
check it... well it's yours!
Yes, get a new rubber gasket for the windshield. The stainless
steel trim fits into the rubber. I have seen late model gaskets
that seem a little small. The strip does not fit perfectly on the
corners, but overlaps the rubber.
The best way to install it... pay a glass shop the $70 to install it.
If you paint is flawless, take a photo when you drop the car off.
Cheers,
Tom Walter '68 2000
Austin, TX
bob_wilson@agilent.com wrote:
> Hi, I need a new windshield for my '70 1600. I live in the San Jose Bay
> area. Any thoughts on sources and cost? Should I replace the rubber that
> goes around the windshield with a new one? If so, does it need to be the
> exact one (with chrome strip) or will a "standard (if there is such a
> thing)" work ok?
>
> Thanks for any help.
>
> Bob Wilson 1970 1600 spl311-28383
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