[Chuck]

Installing the Rear Clip Glass

The rear clip glass is a much heavier material than the side windows and light covers. Here is how we installed. It.

1. The edges were trimmed, mostly on the sides, to obtain a good fit. The edges were tapered inward slightly.

2. The location of the holes was determined. We used a Gulf GT as a guide. The spacing of the holes is shown in the photo. Lines perpendicular from the window frame were marked.

3. Quarter inch wide vinyl tape was run along the outer edge. The glass was set in place. Where the inner edge of the blue tape intersected the lines guide holes were drilled and nails inserted to keep it all in place.

4. Next 5/32” holes were drilled through the glass and the body. These holes will accommodate the 6/32 screws with a bit of slack for expansion.

5. The Glass was removed and the fun part of the project started. Since the rear window may need to be removed from time to time, and since its greater weight and size warrant a more secure attachment than simply screwing into fiberglass, we opted to install Nutserts for each hole. This was a slow, time consuming project. Twenty seven (27) Nutserts later the job was done.

6. The glass was polished with Griots Plastic polish. Either Phillips head 6-32 (more authentic) or 6-32 button head screws (neater looking) will be used. Haven't decided yet. Job done, ready for the painter!!!!