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Question about prep before installing the windshield

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Bitchin'57
I'm getting the windshield installed in my '57 this Friday. In preparation for it, I removed the garnish mouldings around the windshield, thinking that they will be in the way when the windshield gets roped into place. Is this typical? Are the screws for the dash mouldings tough to install when the windshield is in place?
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angs1957
If you are using the original screws around the dash moldings I would double check that the original holes have not been enlarged some folks tend to use what ever fits.
You should not have any problems refitting the dash moldings after the windscreen is in.
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55Madman
Yes - it's typical. As you watch the seal being pulled over the pinchweld you'll understand that it just wouldn't be possible to do that with the mouldings in place. Don't fret too much about reinstalling them, though. If they fit well without the rubber in place, they should fit with it installed. Years ago I learned to use an upholstery pin (basically a large diameter pin about 3 inches long with a circle bent opposite to the sharp end to help you hold on) to help find the underlying hole beneath the moulding and give you an angle with which to aim the screw. Congratulations on finally reaching this stage - it may seem like just another step, but once the installation is done and all the fingerprints are cleaned off, I think you'll agree that the windshield makes it a car. Anxious to see that post in your build thread.
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Dragsix
No problem reinstalling the inside garnish moldings and yes, they do need to be out of the way. One thing you might consider before the window goes in is install the tack strip at the top of the roof for the front part of the headliner. Easier to get the drill in if you are going to glue and rivet the strip.

And yes I agree, the windshield really makes the car look like a car.

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I use an old ice pick almost daily to find and line up holes for this type of work.
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tjsdelivery
I use a finishing nail to line holes up.
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Bitchin'57
Thanks for the advice, guys! The windshield and rear glass are in!


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Dragsix
Alright alright alright!
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