Window Seals/Weather strip

[Binty]

I need to replace my old leaky side sliding window seals / weather strips. (the ones which are rubber/felt) Looking on Univairs website at P/N 11648-02, Their description says "Window Channel". It also seems to be made from Gold based on their price?! I dont want to order it and find some steel channel turns up instead of the seals!

Has anyone bought these recently.. is there a better (cheaper) supplier?

[Steve Pierce]

Cub Crafters has a kit for $100. I have also gotten the channels from JC Whitney in 6 foot sections.

Here is what I order from JC Whitney 6 feet for $42.99 plus $8.99 shipping.. Good stuff.

Part #:STN00786 STEEL-CORE WINDOW CHANNEL Seals out weather, eliminates window rattles and enables window/window regulators to function properly Choice of rigid beaded/unbeaded and flexible beaded/unbeaded Stops leaks and duplicates original sizes, shapes and constructio Style 8, 6ft. A=5/8" B=1/2" C=3/16" to 1/4" Steel Core Window Channel StanPro

[Binty]

Cub Crafters has a kit for $100. I have also gotten the channels from JC Whitney in 6 foot sections.

Here is what I order from JC Whitney 6 feet for $42.99 plus $8.99 shipping.. Good stuff.

Part #:STN00786 STEEL-CORE WINDOW CHANNEL Seals out weather, eliminates window rattles and enables window/window regulators to function properly Choice of rigid beaded/unbeaded and flexible beaded/unbeaded Stops leaks and duplicates original sizes, shapes and constructio Style 8, 6ft. A=5/8" B=1/2" C=3/16" to 1/4" Steel Core Window Channel StanPro

Awesome! Just what I needed. Thanks Steve

[cubunltd]

You can also get these from antique car parts suppliers or auto glass replacement places. i get mine from a local window place that also replaces auto glass in older vehicles. $22.00 for 8 ft. sections, no shipping

John

[Marty57]

Steve,
Do you have any other number from JC Whitney for the channel? I went to there web site and the number wasn't in there system. They started a customer service chat with me and asked for make and model of vehicle. So ........ I told them Piper Super Cub ...... they hung up on me Had to do it to them; my bad. Any other numbers or catalog #? I'm planning the doors for my project so this is a timely post.
Thanks,
Marty57

[Steve Pierce]

They must not carry it anymore. Looked at my order form and that is the part number. They only have 3 different channels now. http://www.jcwhitney.com/all-rubber-.../p2009944.jcwx

Style 30, 8ft., A=9/16", B=1-5/64", C=1/8" to 3/16", D=1-5/64" All Rubber Window ChannelSKU #: 1JA 184894 Mfr #: 637

Style 29, 8ft., A=7/16", B=1-1/8", C=7/64" to 1/8", D=15/16" All Rubber Window Channel
SKU #: 1JA 132654 Mfr #: 1376

Style 28, 8ft., A=1-9/64", B=19/32", C=3/16" to 7/32", D=19/32" All Rubber Window Channel
SKU #: 1JA 132653 Mfr #: 1374

[Marty57]

Thanks ...... gotta build some doors soon.
Marty57

[skywagon8a]

A thought. If your channels are not deteriorated why not just glue a strip of felt folded into a U ​shape into the old channel? Felt comes in various thicknesses and densities.

[evroosevelt]

They still sell that channel go to the web site that Steve posted and look on the Right side it shows style 1 steel core window channel click on that and go to style 8 and the part number is 0078-6 not 00786 as Steve had posted.
EV

[Steve Pierce]

I am not finding it.

[evroosevelt]

It is a box on the Right that says people who bought this item also bought these. If you still can't find it when my Son comes over I will get the address that takes you direct to it, I am not sure how to do that.
EV

[Steve Pierce]

I got a representative on chat and found it here. http://www.jcwhitney.com/style-8-6ft...DetailTabPanel

Different number for some reason.

[cubdriver2]

http://www.crlaurence.com/crlapps/sh...70:19748&pom=0

CRL Automotive Channel Sample Chain

Glenn

[behindpropellers]

FYI

The channel is no longer stocked at JC Whitney.

[Steve Pierce]

This is what they are saying is the new part number. http://www.jcwhitney.com/steel-core-...&filterid=u0j1 I need to look and see if it is actually the same.

[jimboflying]

I ordered the above felt window channel, had my local tin man make some mild steel 1/2 channels for it to go into, drilled lots of lightening holes and welded it to the window frame of my experimental project. DSC00275.JPG

[Binty]

How do you guys mount the Plexiglass in the channel to slide without scuffing the adjacent window and leaving scratch marks? do you put a thin felt strip on one of the panes somewhere?

[Steve Pierce]

Soft side of velcro or if you buy the window kit from Cub Crafters they provide a soft rub strip for this.

[Binty]

http://www.crlaurence.com/crlapps/sh...ID=20776&pom=0

[texmex]

Hi Binty, the link you show is the channel that mounts into the airframe. How did you go with the steel core/felt covered strip that glues onto the window itself?

The perspex for the rear sliding window on my Cub is nicely beveled and slides freely. The front slider is 1/8 th perspex not beveled. It has always been stiff.

Anyone with suggestions on how to bevel or chamfer a new piece of perspex?

Regards, Denis.

[Wag2+2]

Anyone with suggestions on how to bevel or chamfer a new piece of perspex?

http://www.eaavideo.org/video.aspx?v=1925254699001

[skywagon8a]

That is a good video. I have never seen that method of cutting plexiglas. I use a band, table or skill saw with a fine tooth blade. Then a hand file or belt sander to smooth the edge. Be careful not to take too big a bite, when cutting, so as not to break out little chunks which could cause cracking. Making the edge smooth is important to avoid stress cracking. Make very sure than the edge is perfectly smooth before you try to bend it. Use heat to soften before bending. There are heat strips available which help with the bending process.

[Flying Miss Daisy]

Wow I have never seen Glen Guilfoyles window shop

[cubdriver2]

Wow I have never seen Glen Guilfoyles window shop

Reminded me of "This old House" showing how to putty wooden sash.

Glenn