50's Hehr Windows

scott42 · 08-28-2009, 11:38 AM

I'm seeking advice on where to look for 50's Hehr windows. I need to replace two damaged window sash's in my 1954 Flying Cloud. The sash sizes are 23.5"x13.5" and 23.5"x8"(one of two in the window). Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks, scott42

wkerfoot · 08-28-2009, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by scott42

I'm seeking advice on where to look for 50's Hehr windows. I need to replace two damaged window sash's in my 1954 Flying Cloud. The sash sizes are 23.5"x13.5" and 23.5"x8"(one of two in the window). Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks, scott42

Scott,

They come available on Ebay from time to time. Also join some vintage trailer groups on Yahoo and place a request. You could also try Tin Can Tourists. They were used on many different trailers in the 1950's.

Bill

scott42 · 08-28-2009, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by wkerfoot

Scott,

They come available on Ebay from time to time. Also join some vintage trailer groups on Yahoo and place a request. You could also try Tin Can Tourists. They were used on many different trailers in the 1950's.

Bill

Thanks! I'll check your suggestions out.
scott

A-Merry-Can · 09-29-2009, 08:42 AM

Did you ever find your hehr window? I'm in need of the same size for my Liner (23.5"x13.5"). Mine works, but has some unsightly holes in it. :-S

If you run across 2, I'll buy one from ya!

JP

soldiermedic · 08-28-2009, 12:17 PM

This is the inherant problem with these windows other than the PITA you deal with while restoring them...they are hard to find, and if you happen to find one, bid high and often because there are others in the same boat as you.

Good Luck!

Steve

dieseleagle · 09-29-2009, 10:54 AM

Can you TIG weld the holes and then grind and polish smooth?

A-Merry-Can · 09-29-2009, 08:24 PM

not metal that thin. Plus it's a little bent up. I'd rather try to find another one, if i can... especially since i have the time.

scott42 · 09-30-2009, 11:26 AM

I did not find any windows with the dimensions I needed. I had wrinkled up the lower front corner pretty bad and couldn't find a replacement so my approach was t get any window and cut up and splice which I'm sure will work. Before I started to cut I started to straighten the corner and it responded without coming apart so with some judicious hammering I was able to put it back into usable condition.
So I have a window complete with frame and operator with a frame dimension of 40"x17 3/4" that is for sale.
Anybody interested?
Cheers,
scott