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We have it a bit easier, with toughened glass screens that are not as prone to cracking, but explode into tiny pieces if they do break (had a side window do that as I removed the lifter channel - spectacular). The aluminium trim MUST be fitted after putting the rubber round the glass, but before putting it in the car. Put some soapy water on the groove, and start at the corner. Bend down the edge of the rubber seal gradually, easing the trim strip into the groove. Work each way from that corner, then do the other one. Finally fit the sliding strips that join it. To fit into the car, put thick cord round the groove, and overlap a foot or two. I like to paint soapy water on with a brush, but I know some don't approve. If you are going to use sealer, I understand it is a bad thing to use any lubricant to fit. Feed the ends of the cord into the car, and place the screen in the hole. Have a helper exert gentle pressure on the outside while you use the cord to peel back the rubber edge to go inside the frame. Pull the cord parallel to the window, so it has to pull the edge inside. Do the bottom edge first, one side to the corner then the other. As the side rubber comes inside the flange, use gentle pressure to keep the window up in the opening. Once the top rubber is inside the flange, you may need to seat it finally with some firm hand pressure. Be very careful when pushing the glass to prevent cracking; old laminated glass can be a bit sensitive to being distorted. It isn't a difficult job, but you may prefer to let someone else take the risk! Dave. UK VW Type 3&4 Club www.hallvw.clara.net/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- Search old messages on the Web! Visit http://www.vwtype3.org/list/