| family 40 | -- 02-15-2017 @ 2:07 PM |
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Ive inherited a 40 deluxe. The wing seals are missing so I got new ones from carpenters. I'm not exactly sure how to remove wing frame to install new new seals. Do you just drill out top pivot rivet and not sure how the bottom pivot is removed. This is all new to me any help would be greatly appreciated. This car has been in my family over 60 years so I don't want to be the one to mess it up.
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| philipswanson | -- 02-16-2017 @ 4:57 PM |
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I don't have pictures in digital yet. I plan to keep the car totally original. Thanks for the information. I have a Carpenter catalog for my '51 so I will get one for my '40. Thanks, Phil
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| trjford8 | -- 02-16-2017 @ 5:24 PM |
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In order to replace the rubber in the wind wing you must remove the entire garnish molding. Remove the screws and the then pull down slightly on the top edge and pull out towards you. Once the garnish is loose from the top door edge you need to lift up on the molding to get it out from the door.
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| TomO | -- 02-17-2017 @ 8:04 AM |
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After the frame is removed, you will see a nut that holds the spring and wave washers for the lower pivot. Take a photo so you know the order of installation. Drill out the top rivet, being careful not to drill the pivot holes larger. then remove the lower pivot nut. You will also have to drill out a rivet that holds the seal in place. Remove the old seal and lube the new seal and retainer, with liquid soap or a rubber lubricant, and work the seal into the retainer. b Be careful and take a rest when it becomes frustrating. After the res lube everything again and finish the job. Tom
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| family 40 | -- 02-17-2017 @ 1:56 PM |
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Thank you so much. That made it a lot easier knowing what to look for. it's still a pain to slide the seal on though. Thanks again!!!
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| family 40 | -- 02-17-2017 @ 2:00 PM |
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Can you tell me best way to install rivets besides hammering them. I don't want to bend anything up. Is there a special tool I could get.
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| TomO | -- 02-18-2017 @ 7:38 AM |
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There may be special tools for the rivets, but I don't know where to find them. I just used a drift punch to set the rivets. It is easier with 2 people, one to hold the frame and one to set the rivet. Tom
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