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*300TD hatch glass removal??

*300TD hatch glass removal??

 
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CRD4x4
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09-07-2012, 04:59 PM #1
I'm trying to remove (intact) the rear hatch glass from my '81 300TD estate/wagon.

I've removed the: wiper/motor, defrost clips and chrome trim. It seems that I just have the window gasket holding the glass in place.

Should the glass come out or push in?

I have the glass sold on craigslist and would hate to break it!

Thanks!
This post was last modified: 09-09-2012, 12:44 PM by CRD4x4.

'05 Jeep Liberty CRD - 160k
'06.5 VW Jetta TDI - 230k
'82 MB 300TD - 116k (motor going to raysorenson)
'81 MB 300TD - 195k (parting out)
'71 Jeep DJ5 - diesel conversion project
CRD4x4
09-07-2012, 04:59 PM #1

I'm trying to remove (intact) the rear hatch glass from my '81 300TD estate/wagon.

I've removed the: wiper/motor, defrost clips and chrome trim. It seems that I just have the window gasket holding the glass in place.

Should the glass come out or push in?

I have the glass sold on craigslist and would hate to break it!

Thanks!


'05 Jeep Liberty CRD - 160k
'06.5 VW Jetta TDI - 230k
'82 MB 300TD - 116k (motor going to raysorenson)
'81 MB 300TD - 195k (parting out)
'71 Jeep DJ5 - diesel conversion project

aaa
GT2256V

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09-07-2012, 05:57 PM #2
I would guess push. That's how it is on the w124.
aaa
09-07-2012, 05:57 PM #2

I would guess push. That's how it is on the w124.

CRD4x4
CompoundSuperTurboDiesel4x4!

399
09-08-2012, 10:33 AM #3
I was hoping to have the glass out by now.

Anyone even know someone who's done this w/o breaking it? Its thin glass with a hole ground through it for the wiper. It seems awfully brittle.

Two person job or can I do it alone?

Is the gasket one piece or split?
This post was last modified: 09-08-2012, 10:36 AM by CRD4x4.

'05 Jeep Liberty CRD - 160k
'06.5 VW Jetta TDI - 230k
'82 MB 300TD - 116k (motor going to raysorenson)
'81 MB 300TD - 195k (parting out)
'71 Jeep DJ5 - diesel conversion project
CRD4x4
09-08-2012, 10:33 AM #3

I was hoping to have the glass out by now.

Anyone even know someone who's done this w/o breaking it? Its thin glass with a hole ground through it for the wiper. It seems awfully brittle.

Two person job or can I do it alone?

Is the gasket one piece or split?


'05 Jeep Liberty CRD - 160k
'06.5 VW Jetta TDI - 230k
'82 MB 300TD - 116k (motor going to raysorenson)
'81 MB 300TD - 195k (parting out)
'71 Jeep DJ5 - diesel conversion project

Simpler=Better
PORTED HEAD

2,127
09-08-2012, 10:54 AM #4
Cut the gasket out, use WD40

Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
Simpler=Better
09-08-2012, 10:54 AM #4

Cut the gasket out, use WD40


Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?

CRD4x4
CompoundSuperTurboDiesel4x4!

399
09-08-2012, 02:14 PM #5
(09-08-2012, 10:54 AM)Simpler=Better Cut the gasket out, use WD40

I considered that but it'd be a shame since the gasket is in great shape.
I cleaned it then sprayed with white lithium and ran a dollar store spatula under the seals.
Its loose. I just don't want to push when I should pull or vice-versa.

'05 Jeep Liberty CRD - 160k
'06.5 VW Jetta TDI - 230k
'82 MB 300TD - 116k (motor going to raysorenson)
'81 MB 300TD - 195k (parting out)
'71 Jeep DJ5 - diesel conversion project
CRD4x4
09-08-2012, 02:14 PM #5

(09-08-2012, 10:54 AM)Simpler=Better Cut the gasket out, use WD40

I considered that but it'd be a shame since the gasket is in great shape.
I cleaned it then sprayed with white lithium and ran a dollar store spatula under the seals.
Its loose. I just don't want to push when I should pull or vice-versa.


'05 Jeep Liberty CRD - 160k
'06.5 VW Jetta TDI - 230k
'82 MB 300TD - 116k (motor going to raysorenson)
'81 MB 300TD - 195k (parting out)
'71 Jeep DJ5 - diesel conversion project

Mark_M
GT2559V

206
09-09-2012, 06:37 PM #6
Push from the inside and have someone on the outside to hold it as it comes out. Start in a corner and take it easy or it will smash, you could also work the rubber on the outside with something stiff and plastic, don't use metal like a screwdriver. In all honesty I would cut the rubber. 9 times out of 10 it will come out ok and the 10th it will shatter into a thousand pieces. Far better to toss the rubber than the glass.
Mark_M
09-09-2012, 06:37 PM #6

Push from the inside and have someone on the outside to hold it as it comes out. Start in a corner and take it easy or it will smash, you could also work the rubber on the outside with something stiff and plastic, don't use metal like a screwdriver. In all honesty I would cut the rubber. 9 times out of 10 it will come out ok and the 10th it will shatter into a thousand pieces. Far better to toss the rubber than the glass.

 
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