Another 993 with rust in the windscreen cavity.
08-30-2013, 09:51 AM
#31
Rennlist Member
Bill,
That is some great advice as all of us at one point will need to address this issue.
May I ask if you have the 964 seal installed?
Thank you.
Regards,
.
That is some great advice as all of us at one point will need to address this issue.
May I ask if you have the 964 seal installed?
Thank you.
Regards,
.
08-30-2013, 10:17 AM
#32
Rennlist Member
all 911, 964 and 993Cups used an old style press in seal(964.541.225.00), the 993 was the first to glue them in so that the window acted as a structural member(hence the creaking complaints). This practice has been continued for 996,997, 991. The old style seals seems to work fine.
For some reason on 993 both the front and rear windows seem to collect water then rust at their lower edges
For some reason on 993 both the front and rear windows seem to collect water then rust at their lower edges
DO you think the 964 seal does a better job of keeping water out of the channel in a 993 or are we (I) misunderstanding? TIA
08-30-2013, 11:09 AM
#34
Rennlist Member
Does anyone have a good and knowledgeable shop to recommend in Los Angeles? I have some rust at the base of the rear side window (driver's side.)
BTW: nine9six you are right! I would also be pissed.
BTW: nine9six you are right! I would also be pissed.
08-30-2013, 12:11 PM
#35
08-30-2013, 04:07 PM
#36
Instructor
all 911, 964 and 993Cups used an old style press in seal(964.541.225.00), the 993 was the first to glue them in so that the window acted as a structural member(hence the creaking complaints). This practice has been continued for 996,997, 991. The old style seals seems to work fine.
For some reason on 993 both the front and rear windows seem to collect water then rust at their lower edges
For some reason on 993 both the front and rear windows seem to collect water then rust at their lower edges
GC
08-31-2013, 06:56 AM
#37
I was under the impression that the 964, as well as all the older 911 models had the same potential rust issue at the base of the windshield as the 993. Am I incorrect on that? So the 964 seal would solve the creaking problem but not necessarily reduce the potential of the cowl collecting water and rusting?
GC
GC
That said the body guys swear that if you repair it as Geolab has outlined you won't have a repeat.
I just don't like having to buy a ~$1000 window just because it has to come out for some reason.
08-31-2013, 09:06 AM
#38
Race Car
Incorrect. The problem can occur on any car with this seal design. I just had my rear window frame repaired. Had a bubble in the paint about the size of a dime.
08-31-2013, 01:24 PM
#40
Rennlist Member
08-31-2013, 02:10 PM
#41
My 1980 911SC (a SoCal and AZ car its whole life) had rust in the windshield corners as well. I like the idea of using the 964 windshield and seal for my 993, even if it helps just a little. The glass is cheaper too, isn't it?
Dumb question but.... The windshield opening for the street 993 and 993 Cup car is the same?
Dumb question but.... The windshield opening for the street 993 and 993 Cup car is the same?
08-31-2013, 03:13 PM
#43
08-31-2013, 03:42 PM
#44
Nordschleife Master
Bill, thanks for the info on the 964 and earlier windshield seal ... 
I assume you use the matching 911 - 964 glass or will 993 glass work?
I assume you use the matching 911 - 964 glass or will 993 glass work?
08-31-2013, 04:20 PM
#45
Drifting
