Question on early vent window differences
 

Could someone take me to school on the difference / fit of these two window frames for my '74 coupe. Looking to replace my fixed windows with opening front vents.

It appears the newer windows have the shorter front post?


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The one on the left, shorter leg, is from a 68 coupe and is made from polished aluminum. The longer leg is from pre-68 and is chrome plated brass. Both will fit, but the chrome finish will not match the 74 trim. Also, the brass frame likely has a separate wind flair at the rear (b-pillar side) whereas the aluminum on the 74 will be molded into the frame.

Thanks L.J.

Is the aluminum harder / easier to refinish than the brass ones? I believe by the time you get both done they are in the same range, but wanted to ask.