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MG MGB Technical - GT Rear quarter windows

I'm trying to fit the rear quarter windows in my GT but the new rubber moulding seems too fat. I can't compress it enough, even carefully using a G-cramp, to get the hinge screws to line up. Does anyone know if some mouldings are incorrect? If so, where could I source better ones from? I'm scared stiff of breaking the glass.
Mike Howlett

The ones I get from Moss in Bradford fot OK.
jim soutar

The ones I get from Moss in Bradford FIT ok
jim soutar

Mike

Been a few years since I installed mine, but remember I had the same issue. I think I put the window in with the screws loose and then installed the molding and tightened it down. At least I think I did it that way.
Bruce-C

Thanks guys. I think I'll try Bruce's technique. If that doesn't work I'll see about seals from Moss.
Mike Howlett

I ended up doing the same as Bruce. The new seals for both qtr. windows and for doors all seem to be just a bit thicker even under compression.

Paul Briggs
Paul Briggs

Yes I've succeeded in fitting the windows this afternoon using Bruce's method. Worked a treat. Thanks.
Mike Howlett

Well, my memory must not be as bad as my wife says. Glad it worked Mike.
Bruce-C

This thread was discussed between 19/02/2009 and 21/02/2009

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