1967 Volkswagen Beetle ext: chrom seals, psmirror, body trim

Hi there,

if you are replacing the rubber seals, just cut them with a sharp blade to remove the screens, re fitting is another matter, this is something that has to be shown rather than described as it is more the technique than operation, you may be best to look up a manual on body repairs, or talk to a panel beater.

Mark (mhpautos)

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1967 Volkswagen Beetle Engine Size unknown Two Wheel Drive Manual unknow miles
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hey i have a 67 volkswagen bug and i need to replace the seals in the windows and windshield and back shield, but i dont know how to get the windows out and back in without damages to the glass or interrior[/quote:69141fa4b4]

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To remove the glass, cut the seals with a box knife and press out firmly. It helps to have someone on the outside of the car supporting the glass so it does not fall to the ground.

To install the new seal you will need a seal installer. You can buy one at any autoparts store, or you can make one yourself with 1/8 inch nylon cord and a piece of copper tubing.

I've found that it's easier to warm the seal up first by using a hair dryer or leaving it in the sun for a bit. To install the glass back onto the car, first fit the new seal over the edges of the glass. run the cable for the seal installer inside the lip of the seal that attaches to the car, letting the loose end and the handle end cross over in a "fishtale" at the bottom.

The placement of the cord into the seals outer lip is the trickiest part. I like to smash down the end of my copper tube to make it a bit easier to push the cord into the seal.

Once the cord is in place its time to reinstall the glass. start on the outside of the car. Before pressing the window in make sure you place both ends of your installer cord inside the car so you can get to them. Press the window into place from the outside. I find it easier to start at the bottom.

Next go inside the car. The glass should be able to support itself with no problem, but in the interest of safety its best to have someone brace it or tack it in place with some painter's tape. From inside the car hold one end of the cord tight in one hand and use the other to pull the seal into place.

When you fit the window from the outside it got the outside lip of the seal in position, and the cord will do the same for the inside. Pull the tag end of the cord towards the center of the glass, working your way around the perimeter. When you finish the circle you cord will be removed, and the new seal installed.

One note of interest for your beetle- the headliner is held in place partially by the rear windshield seal. If you plan on eventually replacing your headliner, now is the time to do it so you don't have to destroy a new seal down the road.