C's must use the same door and window parts as B's. So I imagine a C
would also crack if the quarterlight was constantly pushing against the
windscreen surround. If yours hasn't cracked then I would guess that
your quarterlight is correctly positioned.
In message , WSpohn4@aol.com said .....
><<I think the crack is caused by the quarterlight window being too tight
>against the windscreen frame thereby putting pressure on the mounting
>points along the top edge of the door. This can eventually lead to a
>split in the door scan. If you watch the quarterlight closely as you
>close the door, you may be able to see either it, or the windsceenn
>frame move as the door clicks shut. If you can see movement then the
>quarterlight is very probably to close too the windscreen frame.
>
>You can either adjust the position of the quarterlight or alternativley
>trim back the rubber seal in the windscreen frame to allow the door to
>close without putting pressure on the quarterlight and the door skin.
>
>Paul Hird>>
>
>Maybe so, but I wonder why the MGC doesn't seem to crack, or at least not as
>much. Any ideas?
>
>Bill S.
>(uncracked MGC)
>
>
>
Paul Hird 1975 MGB Roadster
Berkshire, England
paulhird@club29.demon.co.uk
http://www.club29.demon.co.uk
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