1947 lincoln sport coupe - need windshield seal

[bearls99]

need to replace one-piece flat windshield.  can get windshield easily as flat glass.  cannot find rubber seal, do not want to depend on old one.

 

any experience with this?  can old one be reused if careful when removing?  got quote from local glass shop but they were very concerned about seal as none can be found... yet.

 

Also, i can get all side glass, are these easy to replace?  looks tricky for sure. anyone done this?  driver back window cracked, all side glass laminated so would like to replace. 

 

thx.

[Ray500]

Most professional glass shops have seals for all sorts of glass.  Take it to some and get an estimate.  As to other seals around vent or door glass you can find them on line.  Steel Rubber is one company that has some, just do some diligence and you'll find them.  Also if you replace any glass to keep the vehicle original in concept you need to find outfits who will put the FoMoCo label on the glass.  Don't just use plain glass.  I did that a few years ago on my '41 Lincoln Coupe and it worked out well. Still have the original windshield and rear glass.   Keeps the vehicle's values up!