Replacing a sliding side window/installing a dual pane replacement

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Replacing a sliding side window/installing a dual pane replacement

September 04, 2016, 12:52:41 pm

Has anyone had to replace a sliding side window? The salon window 'magically' disintegrated while the coach was in storage.

The screen was untouched.
Since this is tinted, a match would likely not be possible.
Luckily, I have another option. Several years ago I was 'gifted' a used dual pane from a member who had had his all replaced (but one) during an Xtreme remodel. One was damaged in shipment so a replacement was shipped to FL later and he had it replaced locally. I measured it today and it appears to be an exact match.
How hard is it to replace? I would imagine it is a two or three person job... I still have the length of sealant tubing that James uses he gifted me a LONG time ago...
I may just bite the bullet and head over to Suncoast for a day...

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Reply #1 – September 04, 2016, 01:38:57 pm

Quote from: Dave Head – September 04, 2016, 12:52:41 pm

I may just bite the bullet and head over to Suncoast for a day..

Helpers, liquid refreshments and Clapton ,LOUD, should get the job done.

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Reply #2 – September 04, 2016, 02:10:26 pm

Dave,

Remove the inside frame screws and take the window out from the outside. Insert the new window and put the inside frame on. Two people are needed for the removal and install of the last/first several screws. Then the window is secure and you can put the rest of the screws in.

Pretty easy job. I think you will find that the old window is stuck to the side of the coach. I used a very thin scraper/putty knife to break the seal free.

Depending on the window, you may need to remove the inside blinds or valences to access the inside frame screws.

Rich

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Reply #3 – September 04, 2016, 04:18:27 pm

A bit of warming with a heat gun will help loosen the goo. Use painy thinner to clean off any excess. The rubber gaskets theat Xtreme uses are much easier to install and cleaner in the long run. A helper when the window comes loose is, well, helpful.

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Reply #4 – September 04, 2016, 08:03:50 pm

Thanks - Gary O reminded me I could use some duct tape to hold the new one in place.

With half the glass out of the old one and not needing it, I think I will tackle it myself tomorrow or next weekend - depending on the rain.
We'll see how heavy the dual pane one is after I get it out of the plywood shipping container.

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Reply #5 – September 04, 2016, 08:17:16 pm

Dave, unless you are a wimp you can do it yourself. I have done all but one of mine (dual pane) and no one came to help. The glue will hold it to coach after you take the inside clamping frame off. Use a good sturdy step ladder and a thin pry bar to help in the release of it. If you can get help all the better but it really is not that big a deal. If you are using the newer rubber seal then you WILL need someone to press against it while you start to put screws back in. Word of advice- just start the screws in and once you have then ALL in then start the tightening sequence.
JohnH

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Reply #6 – September 05, 2016, 09:01:45 pm

It was an exciting day - I had started releasing the window with a putty knife when I decided to measure on more time...
The 97 windows are a inch taller and an inch and a half longer than my 95... So back to plan A.
So I pulled out the driver's side sliding glass to take to a glass shop and be a template for the plastic covered cardboard 'temp windows'.
Walking out 20 minutes later with a cardboard window I find the window laying on the concrete. Amazingly the fixed glass didn't break. I had to massage a corner wrinkle. Then after cleaning the majority of the goop off, I installed the Xtreme seal and installed it in the coach - 3M 'Super' Duct tape on the upper corners to hold it in place. Installed both 'temp windows' and off to the glass place tomorrow.

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Reply #7 – September 05, 2016, 11:05:34 pm

Fun eh??
JohnH

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Reply #8 – September 06, 2016, 01:03:54 am

Dave,

That makes a good story, one that will sting less as days pass. You are lucky! James at Xtreme has a thick stack of our glass in the back. Frames and glass. Dunno what shape, just in case. FYI

Keep in mind to use adequate care with these valuable, soon-to-be antiques. Hey, how do you massage corner wrinkles out of glass, man?

Best. P

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Replacing a sliding side window/installing a dual pane replacement

September 04, 2016, 12:52:41 pm

Re: Replacing a sliding side window/installing a dual pane replacement

Reply #1 – September 04, 2016, 01:38:57 pm

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