[Healeys] Fitting the Windsheild

[m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca]

Harold,  I am embarrassed that I can’t recall how I did it when I re-sealed the windshield 14 years ago, but putting the pillars and windshield together first is what I dimly recall.  Regardless, I DO recall there being rectangular alloy shims in between the body structure and the posts.  I recall coating them with something – I think I used anti-seize compound (although I am sure there is better product), to slow down any reaction between the alloy shims and any steel they connect with.

 

Cheers, Mirek

 

From: Healeys <healeys-bounces at autox.team.net> On Behalf Of Harold Manifold
Sent: October 17, 2022 11:30 AM
To: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
Subject: [Healeys] Fitting the Windsheild

 

I am just about to refit the windshield on my Mk1 BT7. The car has undergone a full restoration that included repairs to both A pillars. I am concerned about stressing the windshield and cracking it. What is the best installation technique?

 

Pillar on windshield and then onto car or pillars on the car then the windshield? Should shims be used between the pillars and the body?

 

Any tips and lessons learned are appreciated.

 

Harold

 

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