Rear window leak

[rammx]

Im have the same problem; 3 leaks from the back.

I put some permatex and didnt work looks I need to remove the third light and add some more in the cornes.

Now I have to wait to the storms end to try again...

 

[kapinallinen2]

Im have the same problem; 3 leaks from the back.

I put some permatex and didnt work looks I need to remove the third light and add some more in the cornes.

Now I have to wait to the storms end to try again...

"Some permatex" is not enough, you need to do the whole top and down the sides. I had the corners crack in addition to the common slider locations.

 

[theblet]

Im have the same problem; 3 leaks from the back.

I put some permatex and didnt work looks I need to remove the third light and add some more in the cornes.

Now I have to wait to the storms end to try again...

If your frame is completely cracked through, permatex may not work. Wouldn’t hurt to put more. Also put some under the roof strips.

 

[irishwake63]

If your frame is completely cracked through, permatex may not work. Wouldn’t hurt to put more. Also put some under the roof strips.

Im still trying to figure out how the roof strips come off I think I am damaging the little cover on the end trying to figure how to pop it off

 

[c3k]

Im still trying to figure out how the roof strips come off I think I am damaging the little cover on the end trying to figure how to pop it off

Those strips are ONE PIECE from front windshield to rear glass. I've ordered replacement strips...one came damaged. They bend easily.

The ends snap on. I think you'll damage it if you pull it off. It's very thin metal with a coating of plastic/vinyl. The metal is c-shaped, with a flare. As soon as it bends, it kinks and creases.

They snap into place pretty easily. They don't pull out as easily.

I forget why I ordered replacements. They came in handy after a hail storm. About $100 each (or a set?). If you order some, the box is long and thin. Do not accept it if there's ANY pushed in or dented cardboard. FWIW.

 

[theblet]

Im still trying to figure out how the roof strips come off I think I am damaging the little cover on the end trying to figure how to pop it off

I used a plastic pry tool and a flat screwdriver. They don’t unsnap very easily. You have to go underneath the entire thing there’s no cover. you will be against the paint with your tools. Just don’t do any prying where it’s visible.

 

[theblet]

It’s similar to what this guy is doing on this Silverado