Any Secret To Replacing Window Frame Felt?
 

My window frame felt on my hand cranked window on my 1973.5T seems to have reached its old age and I have to replace it on my right passenger door. I already bought the replacement felt and noted the frame attachment hex screws to free it up. I will assume you rip the old felt out, but placing it back i n might take so me finess, or at least a special made tool to snug it in the groove. Any pointers would be great on the frame, felt R&R and best adhesive to use.

Thanks

Bob
1973.5T Sepia of course:cool:

I just did this job with both windows and also replaced the window regulator pin. Not really much to it. The hardest part honestly was taking the old felt off. That stuff was glued on and make sure you have cleared all of the adhesive from the old felt prior to placing new felt. I started at the corners first then moved my way to the ends. This of course after removing the entire frame which i believe is 5 bolts/5 nuts total. i also removed a bad paint job on the windows with some paint remover to redisplay the chrome for both sides. Both sides is a one day job.

Flat screwdriver, long nose needle pliers, upholstery adhesive 3M. allen wrench set. And you should be good. Your windows and window cranks are gonna thank you.

I'd include a broad tip, but blunt edged chisel or equivalent to confirm the felt is fully seated. A block of wood, the same width of the channel and a mallet works well too.

Manually slide the glass up and down the finished window opening before reinstalling to verify there's adequate clearance. Excessive friction will stress and overwork the regulator mechanism (manual or electric).

Good idea about inspecting and perhaps replacing the window regulator pivot pin. Now's a good time to access them (L and R doors) which seem to fail within a short time of each other (drivers side first).

Use 3M blue painters tape on the parts of your car you want to remain intact, mainly around the window frame area. You might even consider some heavier material in case good karma is absent that day.

Use waterproof lube (usually synthetic) at friction points. White grease will eventually wash away with enough rain and wash water.

Don't drop any fasteners between the double wall panel on the hinged end of the door. Have spare fasteners in case you drop fasteners in that space. I forget if this possibility applies to this specific project, but it's good to be aware of it.

Don't forget the door seal to keep the weather outside.

Sherwood

Thanks.....

Great info.

BobSmileWavy