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Jim wrote:
>If you're buying a replacement windshield, just assume that it is the early
>larger size, use the early, more available seal, and don't try to install
the
>metal clips that were used in some of the late ('71-3) cars.
>The first VIN that MIGHT have come with the metal clips and smaller
windshield
>was 36x 2 000 001, and that would include ALL '71-3 type 3s originally sold
in
>the US. On your US '71, you will just have to remove the 4 metal strips that
>you'll find clipped to the inside of the windshield opening after you remove
>the remnants of the old glass and the rubber seal.
Actually the metal strips started in 70, as my wife's 70 Fastback had them. I
removed them over 14 years ago when I replaced the windshield. Also my old 70
Square had them too. Just something to be aware of.
Bob 65 Notch S w/ Sunroof and IRS
71 Square, now a 2 seat Roadster, pics can be seen at;
http://volksrods.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=2977 and now awaiting a 2.0L t-4 engine
transplant, finally have the needed parts : )
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