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Title: windsheilds
Post by: pintoman on January 01, 2007, 04:47:36 PM
Do all year and model Pinto's use the same size windshield?If so can a windshield be installed in early model Pinto's like the 79 and 80 models.If so the windshield seal may not be needed on the early cars.
Title: Re: windsheilds
Post by: billnall on January 01, 2007, 06:04:21 PM
No the 79-80 Pinto has a different glass and the opening has a different design.
Title: Re: windsheilds
Post by: TIGGER on January 01, 2007, 06:42:03 PM
My friend supposedly installed a brand new 79 80 windshield in his 72 hatchback about 10 years ago.  The windshield was a little smaller than the original one out of the 72 but that is all that was supposedly different.  We figured it was smaller due to the fact the 79-80 windshields are glued in where the 78 and earlier use the gasket.  He said he had to put extra sealer in the gasket to make up for the difference but it seemed to fit and seal otherwise?  However, it was kinda hard to tell as the cowl was rusted out on that car. 
Title: Re: windsheilds
Post by: Pintony on January 01, 2007, 08:10:23 PM
Actually the 79-80 glass is bigger.
You can install any windshield into any Pinto IF you use the correct method of installation.
1971-78 MUST be set using the rubber seal and the 79-80 MUST be installed with the Caulk-Strip.
From Pintony
Title: Re: windsheilds
Post by: TIGGER on January 01, 2007, 09:30:26 PM
Thanks for setting me straight ;D
Title: Re: windsheilds
Post by: pintoman on January 11, 2007, 06:00:25 PM
I called a local glass company about this question.They told me that if the build date is July of 78 and up ,the Pintos all used the same windshield.Plus they said that the windshield seal was no longer offered.If i find out anymore i will let you all know.
Title: Re: windsheilds
Post by: Cookieboystoys on January 11, 2007, 08:38:56 PM
you can get windshield gaskets/seal for the 71-78 models at http://www.autokrafters.com/ but you will have to call ( 1-800-228-7346 ) as they do not list all the Pinto stuff on the web site. I have bought most of the door/windows/hatch seals for my project from them.

They are out of the windshield gaskets right now (1/11/2007) but I just ordered 1 today and 10-14 day backorder and it should be shipped.

Title: Re: windsheilds
Post by: krazi on January 12, 2007, 12:28:53 AM
I was gonna say that.  :cheesy_p: oh well, I think you deserve a one up!

krazi

Quote from: Cookieboy on January 11, 2007, 08:38:56 PM
you can get windshield gaskets/seal for the 71-78 models at http://www.autokrafters.com/ but you will have to call ( 1-800-228-7346 ) as they do not list all the Pinto stuff on the web site. I have bought most of the door/windows/hatch seals for my project from them.