Windshield removal Gasket Seal

[Highway_Dancer]

I'm happy to hear that they can cut windows to fit 1st gens.
I always thought you have to buy and original or 3rd party one!

[Oldie]

Looking for ideas on quickest/easiest removal of wind shield.Not looking to save it or the seal.I have read some of the methods tried and was wondering if there were any unusual ways?

[Randy]

I recently removed my windshield.

The easy way if you are replacing the glass and rubber anyway.
Remove the plastic chrome trim locking strip and bottom corners if you need to save them, some may not have this trim pieces.
Then take a razor sharp knife around and cut through the rubber around the edge of the glass being careful to not go off and gouge the pain or windshield if you are saving it.

The outer bit of rubber can then be peeled off the glass and the glass can be pushed out from the inside. To make it come out easier soapy water and a plastic putty knife pushed in under the rubber can make the releasing from the rubber a lot easier.

Make sure to put an old blank down on the out side to protect the engine and bodywork.
Gloves and safety glasses are advised in case of breakage.

Sit in the drivers seat and push the glass out with both feet.

If you want to save the glass and the rubber
I removed mine on a very hot day, this really helps to soften the rubber.
With all the chrome trim removed I soaped the inner glass where it goes under the rubber and around the point where the rubber makes contact with the metal.
Spray lots of soapy water in there, then with some sash cord or small 1/4 rope run it under the rubber lip where it makes contact with the metal frame all the way around. This should release the rubber from the meal. You may need the help of a plastic putt knife to get under the rubber and release it from the paint or rust.

I would also suggest releasing the rubber by hand all the way around the outside of the windshield and spray soapy water in there too.

Carefully push from the inside and work you way around without prying, you may have to re-check the the glass has released properly. Don’t pry or use and metal tools. You may need the help of an assistant.

If you cannot mange I would suggest calling a glass remover.

New rubber seals can be found on Adrian’s web store:
https://civicgarage.com/windscreens-c-9 ... 4c0ca57869

Also new chrome locking strips are available too.
https://civicgarage.com/197879-c-23_25_ ... -p-26.html

[Oldie]

Thanks! I will try the cutting method.This is on a basket case of a resto project i have been working on and off over the past number of years.Not as much drive to quickly finish the project.Must be the age thing.

[GummiBeer]

Hey Folks,
Looking for a new/nos or aftermarket windshield trim for my 81. I have to do a couple of paint blends and would like to do it right, this involves the windshield coming out. Any ideas where i can find one, or can the orginal be reused with some care and caution?

[EvoCivic]

Their 1st gen seals are excellent quality - basically the same as OEM. I have no doubt these will be just as good.
If you need the chrome locking strip (they don't come with it), I can help you out with that.

[HondaHannes]

Hey there,

I am working on my Civic 78 2Dr step by step. Unfortunatley the windshield was broken, when I bought it. So far I spent heaps of hours searching the internet, but didn't come across one. Searched the 1gen-forum too and read that there are other cars that have similar curves in there windshield and that a glass-worker could then cut it fitting the civic. So here's my question:
What cars windshield is similar?

Thank you for any information

[steve.ewing@ottawa.ca]

You could try contacting your insurance provider. They may have some contacts they're willing to share with you.

[EvoCivic]

https://www.pilkington.com/en-gb/uk