Rear window clarification

[81squared]

sorry for so many posts...

I was told my truck had a stock all glass ( non slider ) rear window when it came from the factory.

Truck has a aftermarket slider retrofit into the original rubber gasket.

I want to replace the window and the gasket after I paint the truck.

2 questions...

Are there actually 2 different openings for the 2 different types of rear windows from the factory ?

Is there a way to determine what opening I have, I dont care which one its is, I just want it to look new and like the factory installed it.

Is there a reputable source for a quality gasket and window ?

Thanks

 

[Craig 85]

The opening is the same for both styles of windows. I've had good success with Precision rubber products.

 

[SirRobyn0]

No problem with the number of posts, you do as many as needed to get your questions answered, the only thing is I think it would be really great if you could answer some of the posts that you might be able to help with.

We are picture ****** as well. I'm terrible with remembering to take them myself, but we'd love to see pics of your truck!

 

[Bextreme04]

The opening is the same no matter what was in it from the factory. The difference is the gasket. There is a different gasket for the factory sliding window. Most aftermarket sliding windows use the standard non-sliding window gasket. I switched my factory slider to an aftermarket slider because I was unable to find a factory slider replacement gasket, they seem to not be made any longer.

 

[SirRobyn0]

The opening is the same no matter what was in it from the factory. The difference is the gasket. There is a different gasket for the factory sliding window. Most aftermarket sliding windows use the standard non-sliding window gasket. I switched my factory slider to an aftermarket slider because I was unable to find a factory slider replacement gasket, they seem to not be made any longer.

Side question, how can you tell a factory slider from an aftermarket. I ask because my truck has a old slider in it, maybe factory, but don't know. I can snap a pic if that is easiest.

 

[Bextreme04]

Side question, how can you tell a factory slider from an aftermarket. I ask because my truck has a old slider in it, maybe factory, but don't know. I can snap a pic if that is easiest.

The aftermarket ones will be labeled like the C.R Lawrence ones. The factory ones are riveted aluminum and pretty noticeably different looking from the aftermarket ones.

 

[SirRobyn0]

The aftermarket ones will be labeled like the C.R Lawrence ones. The factory ones are riveted aluminum and pretty noticeably different looking from the aftermarket ones.

Well thanks for the clarification you have confirmed that I was wrong. Mine says passport on the slider latch and takes the standard gasket and is welded aluminum so based on that it must be an old aftermarket unit.

 

[81squared]

my apologies for not posting a pic, Im usually in the house when I think of half the questions. I will do a better job !!

Thanks for all the input

I will do a conclusive photo op soon, its crammed in my garage for now.

 

[SirRobyn0]

my apologies for not posting a pic, Im usually in the house when I think of half the questions. I will do a better job !!

Thanks for all the input

I will do a conclusive photo op soon, its crammed in my garage for now.

No apology needed as I said I'm terrible too!

 

[16927]

I’m not trying to hijack this thread but my 1981 has a factory slider (says so on the glove box sticker) what do you mean the factory seal is no longer available? I was going to take mine out to repaint the cab. Do I have to now rethink my plan?

If I had a windshield guy come remove the slider will he tell me there is no seal available?

 

[DanMcG]

I didn't know the slider used a different gasket, now I need to rethink my plans. Thanks for the posts.

 

[16927]

My factory slider

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[Doppleganger]

Looks like mine was a factory slider also. I bought a new aftermarket. If anyone is in need of the factory glass, its theirs for the taking.

 

[DanMcG]

I bought a new aftermarket.

Did the new one come with a gasket?

 

[Doppleganger]

Did the new one come with a gasket?

Looks like it (looking in the box but haven't pulled it out yet...because I'll never get it packed back in as nice and it might be a bit before I have it installed).