76 Laguna quarter windows

by jpowen49 Wed May 10, 2023 7:00 pm

Need a little help with installation. I can`t find any of the plastic retainer clips that hold the glass in. What have others done to improvise in place of the clips ? Also what to use for adhesive and seal ? Thank you.

by g3chevy / Mr Pontiac Thu May 11, 2023 3:34 pm

Jerry, if you use the "Window Weld" urethane adhesive that comes in the tube, you really won't need these clips once its cured. If you use the "butyl" ribbon sealer or rope seal you will need these to hold the glass in place. How many clips do you need? I may have some in my stash.

Bill

by jpowen49 Thu May 11, 2023 9:31 pm

Thank you so much Bill for the information. I don`t have any of the clips I found the picture of them on google. I`m not sure how many clips it takes , would like to buy any your willing to sell. (send me a PM) I think I`ll look into the window weld.
Can the window weld be used on the rear window. Thank you Bill.

by g3chevy / Mr Pontiac Thu May 11, 2023 10:18 pm

If I remember right, I think they take 4 or 5 of those clips. And yes, you can use the window weld on all the windows. It cures hard unlike the butyl type adhesive which stays soft. That's why I think GM use the clips on the side windows to ensure they wouldn't come loose. I'll see if I can find these clips in my shop over the weekend and let you know.

by 73ss Fri May 12, 2023 9:36 am

It's been years since I've had mine apart but I seem to remember mine had metal clips & screws to hold the window in. I've got the bigger windows though. 73 chevelle.

by Limey SE Sat May 13, 2023 2:06 pm

Just reinstaled my operas on the SE its 4 clips and I didnt use the butyl I used the window weld schtuff

by jpowen49 Sat May 13, 2023 3:32 pm

Thank you Anthony, so I need eight clips. I was looking at the 3M window weld 08609. Says I need a professional caulking gun to apply ?

by Limey SE Sat May 13, 2023 3:44 pm

I just used a Normal caulk gun from Harbor freight the trick is How you lay in I always cut mine at an angled point so it makes a Good bead as you drag it on I also Used painters tape On inside for added insurance that Glass would not move while the stuff cured Take off after it sets or you have fun getting it off if you wait a few days for some reason Painters tape and sunlight dont mix for removal LOL

by Limey SE Sat May 13, 2023 3:48 pm

this is the stuff I used and got at Advanced auto parts they have the caulk gun now i see on there site

They have window weld also but is $20 more

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by g3chevy / Mr Pontiac Sat May 13, 2023 8:43 pm

Here are some pics of my parts Laguna with the clips. There are 6 clips total on each window. 3 are the curved type and 3 are the block type. The block type clips position the glass properly and the curved clips hold it tight against the butyl. But if you use the 3M Window Weld, you won't need any of them. Once the urethane cures, the glass will not move from its position.