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harrymarlin Samba Member
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Posted: Tue Jan 21, 2020 8:52 am Post subject: Windshield size? Convertible vs. Standard? |
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I'm working on *trying* to source an original or NOS windshield for my 67 Beetle Convertible, and it appears as though there are two parts 65-67 and 68-72, although places seem to sell them together as one.
I've had a few folks who tell me they have used windshields, but they are not positive it is for the right Beetle - so they ask me for the measurements to verify what they have.
Does anyone know or can find out the measurements for a 65-67 Beetle convertible windshield (at least to differentiate it from other windshields - especially the standard) - and how are they different than the non-convertible (which is sold the same from 65-77)?
By the way - if you have a used or NOS windshield for a 67 convertible Beetle, *please* let me know. I'm *very* interested!! _________________ -Harry
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Posted: Tue Jan 21, 2020 9:22 am Post subject: Re: Windshield size? Convertible vs. Standard? |
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Convertible windshields are very different from Sedans.
You would want to source the size of a 1965-1972 Beetle Convertible and/or 71/72 Super Beetle
Fact.. the lower base of a convertible windshield where the corners are.. are the same as Sedan.
However.. Convertibles are wider up the pillars and the corners are tighter at the top corners..
As for windshield glass measurements (whether sedan or convertible)... simply measure the inside welded frame lip of the windshield frame as the size of the glass is very.. VERY close to that lip opening. (slightly larger)
The glass will not quite go through the opening if held at that position..
Sorry.. I don't have a 65-72 Convertible windshield to measure for you...
https://www.mtmfg.com/vw/937/Volkswagen-Beetle-Window-Glass-Windshields
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. _________________ aka Ken {o\!/o}
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harrymarlin Samba Member
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Posted: Tue Jan 21, 2020 10:50 am Post subject: Re: Windshield size? Convertible vs. Standard? |
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Thanks, VOLKSWAGNUT! I'll measure those areas. Not that I would do this, but it sounds as though you could take a sedan windshield, and grind down the top part of it to fit a convertible?
From the parts guide I use, I see
151 845 101 A * Glass — Windshield (laminated) up to Chassis No. 1 600439 M 89: 151,152
151 845 101 B Glass — Windshield from Chassis No. 1 600 440 up to 6 502 399 151,152
151 845 101 D Glass — Windshield from Chassis No. 155 000 001 151.152
151 845 101 E * Glass — Windshield (laminated) from Chassis No. 155 000 001 up to 157 999 000 M 89: 151, 152
151 845 101 F * Windshield (laminated glass) from Chassis No. 158 000001 M 89: 151, 152
151 845 101 H * Glass — Windshield (laminated) from Chassis No. 1 600 440 up to 6 502 399 M 89:151.152
Any idea on the difference from E and F (I also find it interesting there is no C or G)? It seems as though those are usually sold together.
Once I make the measurements, I'll post them here, just in case someone in the future is interested. Thanks, again! _________________ -Harry
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harrymarlin Samba Member
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Posted: Tue Jan 21, 2020 1:00 pm Post subject: Re: Windshield size? Convertible vs. Standard? |
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Below is a measurement of the dimensions of the windshield frame for my 67 Beetle convertible. Are these in line with expectations (to make sure they were measured correctly)
I'm working on finding the glass (the paint shop has it). _________________ -Harry
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Posted: Tue Jan 21, 2020 6:14 pm Post subject: Re: Windshield size? Convertible vs. Standard? |
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I'd say your measurements will get you very close to comparing for your glass search. As long as those are the inner most welded edge lip measurements. If so.. you can add approx. 1/4 to those measurements.. meaning the glass will be about 1/8 diameter larger than the pinch weld lip edge.
I cant explain the gaps in suffix or..the differences between the E and F other than....many US safety regulations went into effect in 68...maybe it was a change in glass thickness or lamination . Pure speculation .
M89 denotes laminated glass
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/archives/info/mcodest1.php
As for grinding down a sedan...I dont think that would work...the convertible glass is broader up the a pillars and the corners are tighter especially at the top than a sedan... (had to edit my prior reply due to mistyped information)
Example...a sedan winshield s about 37 1/2 inches across at 3 inches down from the top..and 41 1/4 across at 3 inches up from the bottom...
Note the sedan measures 14 3/4 tall in the center
The angle up the a pillars on convertibles is much more vertical and straighter when viewed from the front.
Ever notice how a convertible looks more...square
Literally the only thing that is the same is the lower base of the windshield...again...just to emphasize ...the glass rounded corners and a pillar angles are much different when comparing the sedan and convertibles . Hence the whole all convertibles ...started life as a sedan base idea
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=448449&highlight=karmann
And....to note...I've recently had 3 Sedan windshields broken...cutting them down for a certain chop top Volksrod I built and own.
Apparently ...not an easy task... ...even for a glass pro.
Im cutting the next one myself.
. _________________ aka Ken {o\!/o}
Its your vehicle- stop askin' for approval-do what YOU like for cryin' out loud
Better to roll em' how you want and wear em' out-than lettin' em' rot out
Its about the going not the showing
Rebuilt to drive not decorate
WANTED: Local Eatin' Joints, Triple D for TheSamba contributions here http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=570510
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harrymarlin Samba Member
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Posted: Wed Jan 29, 2020 10:57 am Post subject: Re: Windshield size? Convertible vs. Standard? |
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I was able to locate an original windshield not far away from me on the East coast (East of Baltimore). It's dirty and has some delamination on the top (under the seal). Notice it's most likely post 67 model year original, as it has a DOT number, and DOT didn't stand up until April of 1967.
Thanks for all of the help!
_________________ -Harry
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