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06-27-2016, 06:49 PM
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1 Rivet Member
1968 26' Overlander
Chattanooga
, Tennessee
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 15
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Window Hinge Replacement on '66-'67
The front window hinge was missing when we got our Overlander. The PO for some reason ripped it off and threw it away when replacing the window with Lexan.
I've found a replacement hinge assembly, but I can't work out how the hinge assembly inserts into the upper channel. I've taken a good look at the other windows and have been unable to remove the hinge (even with the glass out). Since the replacement is expensive I don't want to order only to find I can't get it in.
Any tips?
The hinge type is for 66-67 models, there are rain guards above the windows so the hinge won't raise more than pointing to about 2 o'clock.
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06-27-2016, 07:44 PM
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Rivet Master
1986 34' Limited
1975 27' Overlander
1969 21' Globetrotter
Conifer
, Colorado
Join Date: Jun 2009
Posts: 8,289
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I suggest you search Aluminuminum (user name). He beautifully renovated a 68 Safari. He describes the oddball Corning curved glass and supporting structure of our windows very well. You will see how the hinge works, and the differences between the "phase one" windows and the phase two windows. He has very good sketches of the parts and how they go together.
The 67 year was some phase one, and some phase two. My 66 is phase one, which is not as good.
There are sources for the "glass bar" and the hinge extrusion. It is a goofy looking piece.
Use the google search function in these forums and you will find it. I found it very informative.
I think it is a bit odd that your trailer has a drip cap. The 66 to 68 trailers with the Corning curved glass did not have drip caps. I plan on installing them on my 66 as the hinge is a known leak source. Every Airstream since 69 has drip caps over the windows for good reason.
David
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06-27-2016, 08:41 PM
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1 Rivet Member
1968 26' Overlander
Chattanooga
, Tennessee
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 15
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Thanks, I'll search for the post. I installed the drip caps, for the obvious reasons you mention, while I was doing a shell off renovation Although it's a 68, for some reason it has the two-part hinge that was typical in the earlier models (I think that's phase 1). I've successfully replaced the broken glass in the other windows. That involved separating the two part hinge, cleaning out the old glue, re-glazing and screwing back together. I never needed to remove the the lower part from the frame channel. It looks like it should just lift off, or slide out, but no joy ... which makes me wonder if I'll ever get the replacement piece back in.
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08-05-2016, 12:30 PM
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1 Rivet Member
1966 26' Overlander
graham
, Washington
Join Date: Nov 2014
Posts: 11
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Hello! I am replacing all my window seals that the windows seat onto when closed in my 1966 Overlander. All windows are original Corning, and I am using VTS solid seals and my questions are how clean do I need to clean the remnants of the old seals and glue, (is there a product to remove it), and do I need to lay a bead of a glue to window frame to attach sticky seal to?
Thanks!!
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08-05-2016, 06:30 PM
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Rivet Master
1986 34' Limited
1975 27' Overlander
1969 21' Globetrotter
Conifer
, Colorado
Join Date: Jun 2009
Posts: 8,289
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I replaced the seals in my windows on the 66 Trade Wind. I found the old seals were not difficult to remove (they were shot) and cleaning up the old adhesive residue wasn't hard. But some previous owner got aggressive with his silicone caulk and that is very difficult to remove. Pick and grin time.
I learned on these Forums that you want the new rubber seal to get clear to the top of the window, underneath the hinge bar. So open the window all the way and get the new seal clear to the top.
At the moment, my window are not leaking and passed my leak test and leak checks. But it is just a matter of time before they do.
David
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08-07-2016, 09:25 AM
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1 Rivet Member
1966 26' Overlander
graham
, Washington
Join Date: Nov 2014
Posts: 11
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Thanks for your response! What can I use to get all the old adhesive out of the window frame?
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08-07-2016, 05:10 PM
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Rivet Master
1986 34' Limited
1975 27' Overlander
1969 21' Globetrotter
Conifer
, Colorado
Join Date: Jun 2009
Posts: 8,289
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Well, you gotta find what chemical will dissolve the adhesive. 3M Adhesive Remover is a good product. Lacquer thinner cuts a lot of stuff around the Airstream and doesn't hurt the aluminum. Sometimes I resort to Aircraft Stripper to remove stubborn substances. And a "polishing" of the surface with scotch brite can mechanically remove some of the residue. I used alcohol to clean "degrease" the surface before I applied the new seals.
Remember to wear your personal protective equipment like rubber gloves, safety glasses and the like. Good ventilation is important too.
David
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08-08-2016, 08:17 AM
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1 Rivet Member
1966 26' Overlander
graham
, Washington
Join Date: Nov 2014
Posts: 11
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Thanks for your response, I really appreciate hearing from aluminum appreciators!
Shelly
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05-18-2017, 06:16 AM
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New Member
1966 26' Overlander
Solihull
, West Midlands
Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 2
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Hi Sardine,
Can you point me in the direction where you got your replacement hinge from? I have the exact same problem, the PO ripped out the glass channel that hinges in the frame on the rear window on my 66 Overlander. As you might imagine, it's impossible to find anything in the UK! Thanks in advance,
Neil
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01-31-2018, 10:46 PM
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1 Rivet Member
Las Vegas
, Alaska
Join Date: Jan 2018
Posts: 13
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Can anyone here tell me how far my windows should open in my 66 overlander? I can only seem to open them an inch or so. What am I doing wrong?
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02-01-2018, 07:37 PM
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Rivet Master
1986 34' Limited
1975 27' Overlander
1969 21' Globetrotter
Conifer
, Colorado
Join Date: Jun 2009
Posts: 8,289
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Hello from Colorado: I had a 66 Trade Wind, one size smaller than your Overlander 26'. 1966 was the first year of the Corning curved and frameless windows. Airstream used them just 3 years. They are special, and rare.
Here is a guess what might be wrong. The Phillips operators, those gizmos with cranks, slide out AND up. They release themselves from the little hooks on the window glass. I would crank both, or all three, of the cranks roughly at the same time and all the way out until the window release from the hooks on the glass. Then you crank the opener on the side of the window to open the glass. The window will open about 45 degrees from vertical.
Maybe this photo will help. You can see the rear window fully open. You can see the clip on the bottom of the glass with the "hook" on it. And you can see the Phillips operator all the way open.
Be careful, as these windows are rather fragile and hard to replace.
Hope this helps
David
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02-02-2018, 08:38 AM
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1 Rivet Member
Las Vegas
, Alaska
Join Date: Jan 2018
Posts: 13
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dbj216
Hello from Colorado: I had a 66 Trade Wind, one size smaller than your Overlander 26'. 1966 was the first year of the Corning curved and frameless windows. Airstream used them just 3 years. They are special, and rare.
Here is a guess what might be wrong. The Phillips operators, those gizmos with cranks, slide out AND up. They release themselves from the little hooks on the window glass. I would crank both, or all three, of the cranks roughly at the same time and all the way out until the window release from the hooks on the glass. Then you crank the opener on the side of the window to open the glass. The window will open about 45 degrees from vertical.
Maybe this photo will help. You can see the rear window fully open. You can see the clip on the bottom of the glass with the "hook" on it. And you can see the Phillips operator all the way open.
Be careful, as these windows are rather fragile and hard to replace.
Hope this helps
David
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Thank you
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02-02-2018, 11:00 AM
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Rivet Master
1971 31' Sovereign
1972 31' Sovereign
1983 31' Airstream310
Soddy Daisy
, Tennessee
Join Date: Sep 2013
Posts: 687
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67 Safari 39" Curved window
Not trying to jump on your thread but does any one know what an original Corning curved 39" window with the double excursion be worth, found one available. Thanks Jim
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08-26-2019, 11:37 AM
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Bon Aqua
, Tennessee
Join Date: Jun 2019
Posts: 1
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I'm looking for a 29" hinge to fit a window for a 67' Airstream. Any suggestions.
Thanks
Fay
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