'53 Kaiser window channels and fuzzy strips

[jmxkf1]

The vertical U shaped window channels and the horizontal fuzzy strips need to be replaced.   Where can I get these?   To install will I have to take out the wind wing and the glass piece?   thanks
 

[joefrazer]

For the U channels and cats whiskers, call Restoration Specialty & Supply in Windber PA at 814-467-9842. They will have what you need. To do the job right, you will need to remove both pieces of glass.

[jmxkf1]

thanks Joe.  I couldn't find the supplier I got them from the last time.   

[pnw_oldmags]

I found the website for that vendor

http://www.restorationspecialties.com

Whow they have a million different parts in their catalog.   Anyone have the item#s a Kaiser Guy might be looking for?

Would they more likely be under Chrysler, GM or Ford??

Any help here would be appreciated!!

[84RabbitGTI]

Daunting Catalog indeed!!  Looks like we have to get the measurements and buy long lengths, then cut to fit?  Anyone with experience on this please post!

[jmxkf1]

I called them.   You can take your channels out and email him pictures with measurements or mail him your old ones.   They can't look up Kaisers.     

[84RabbitGTI]

Thanks!

[pnw_oldmags]

Morning Les

[joefrazer]

OK, I dug out my RSS catalog and the part numbers that I used when ordering the items for my 54 were:
For the glass run channel (U shaped channel with fuzzy inside -mounts vertically and window slides up/down on it) - part # 8L, comes in 72" length
For the belt weatherstrip (cats whiskers) with stainless steel bead - part # YM3; without stainless steel bead - part #M8, both in 72 or 96" length
Clip that holds the belt weatherstrip in place on the inner window reveal - part # 2348. You'll need multiple, count your old ones. Take it from me, buy new, don't reuse old.
Staple that's used to hold the belt weatherstrip in place (attaches to stainless moldings) - part # 1999. Comes in a box of 100, should be more than enough to do the whole car.

While I'm at it:
For the Traveler/Vagabond rear hatch - rubber deck lid seal - part #4754.
For the 47-50K and 47-51F, the glass run channel part number is 5R

Hope this helps!

[jerussel]

thanks forthe info Joe.  Saved a bunch of time figuring it out.