411 windscreen and rear screen removal

[californiabristol]

I am dismantling my 411 s2 for restoration and would like to know if anyone could give advice on removing and installing
the glass. I am hoping the seals can be reused.

So far, I have removed the interior including the Webasto
sunroof. Next step is glass and other body trim.

Thanks,

Greg Woog

[Ronald G. Stephenson]

Congratulations on your project and here is hoping that things go well. The seals are likely quite old,and as such, will probably need replacing, unless, of course if the windscreen had been replaced at some time. But, the others are old, dry and be much too brittle re-use. I am fairly sure that new seals can be found, and some member of the club can direct you to a supplier.
As to removal, you will find that a Stanley or carpet knife makes a good tool to cut round the seals to remove the glass. It is very easy to break the glass when pulling it, as any force on the glass might shatter it. Best advice is to hire someone to do the glass removal.

[californiabristol]

Thanks for your advice. You are definitely correct about hiring an expert,
but "hope springs eternal' and I am eager for the challenge.

Greg

[Janne]

I agree. I cracked the windscreen on my S5 ( large stone) and had problems finding a replacement. Autoglass replaced the rubber ( standard H-shaped black rubber) on the back screen, and fitted the new front one.
Thank God my Insurer tok the cost........

[GREG]

ACCS have the screens and rubbers at a good price

[californiabristol]

Thanks for the information. I will get a quote from ACCS.
Greg Woog