TexasLegacy2.5GT Posted August 20, 2011 Share Posted August 20, 2011 I remeber reading a thread where the guy was discussing the windows on his Subie that had scratches from some kind of "dirty pads" on the inside of the window rolling mechanism. My windows are all pretty much screwed and the doors have so much dents in them they are beyond repair so I am buying the doors off an 99' Outback wag. After inspecting the door's windows at the salvage they didn't have any scratches. I need to find that guys old thread to see how I can save the glass off the new doors I buy. Can someone assist. I searched "window scratches" & "Window pads" & just can't turn up that old thread. It's perfect for me right now....I just can't find it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
worknlikeadog Posted August 20, 2011 Share Posted August 20, 2011 Why not just buy doors with glass in them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasLegacy2.5GT Posted August 20, 2011 Author Share Posted August 20, 2011 Workin' That's what I'm doing bud!! The doors and the windows on my car are F'ed. I'm getting both the doors and the windows. My thread is asking to find that old other thread that says how to prevent that from occurring again on new windows Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lulzcow Posted August 20, 2011 Share Posted August 20, 2011 i am subrscribing...have the same thing on my 97 wagon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasLegacy2.5GT Posted August 20, 2011 Author Share Posted August 20, 2011 Dang it! I tried the search keys. It was a great thread just can't remember the name of it. I just bought 2 new complete doors and I want to take them apart and replace the inside pads like the guy was talking about (if I can remember right). The glass is perfect on these doors and I want to keep it that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbt299 Posted August 20, 2011 Share Posted August 20, 2011 I have the same problem already occurring on my front windows... help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasLegacy2.5GT Posted August 20, 2011 Author Share Posted August 20, 2011 I read that it was some dirty internals on the door that you need to replace or clean. Well, guess I'll know once I open the doors up only I really would like to find that old thread.... It had great pics and everything!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbt299 Posted August 20, 2011 Share Posted August 20, 2011 ugh any good idea about how to get this crap off my glass... jk! it came right off with a brilo pad/elbow grease followed by glass cleaner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasLegacy2.5GT Posted August 20, 2011 Author Share Posted August 20, 2011 I just had the thought....what if I was on another Subaru web site....gonna go check Nabisco... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasLegacy2.5GT Posted August 21, 2011 Author Share Posted August 21, 2011 Found this with a great YouTube vid on it. http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/scratched-windshield-wiper-bladei-152699.html?t=152699&highlight=Window+scratches Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasLegacy2.5GT Posted August 21, 2011 Author Share Posted August 21, 2011 Nabisco's 02 Impreza wagon with the same issue. Photos and install FTW: http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2229836&highlight=window+scratched Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eekay Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 I wouldn't think the pads that hold the window solid would scratch the window up all that much. My driver's side window is completely destroyed by this mystery scratching also, but it only seems to be in the center of the window. So, I'm thinking the roller itself might be the culprit... I have a massive paint job coming up soon so I can always take a serious look into it then. Hopefully within the next couple of months. My 9.3 cups EJ22 makes me feel like my **** is 2.8 decimeters! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lulzcow Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 mine is in the same spot, on the drivers window, front passenger and rear passenger. from the sounds of my stereo, they arent firmly held in place. thanks for finding those threads texas, you may have helped save even more glass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasLegacy2.5GT Posted August 22, 2011 Author Share Posted August 22, 2011 Eekay, the pads are worn and don't have the soft side anymore where as they just further rub the dirt and grime into the glass. Wish I saw found that old thread..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eekay Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 Ah. Yeah. That's pretty worn down. Haha. That old thread would certainly be a help! Good luck! My 9.3 cups EJ22 makes me feel like my **** is 2.8 decimeters! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJay03 Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 Mine is starting to do the same thing I been meaning to pull the door panels and check it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stasis Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Be aware if any of you plan to polish passenger windows. Unlike the front and rear windshield side windows are not laminated clear but instead are toughened safety glass. Safety glass works in that it is baked once shaped to create an internal pressure with a hardened shell. If you polish this layer away your window will explode. Any polishing done to this layer can severely effect it's performance against bumps and hits, especially where it exerts pressure around the edges. Used to work in glazing and have seen quite the few blow ups lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated broknindarkagain Posted November 2, 2011 I Donated Share Posted November 2, 2011 ^not questioning you...or trying to... But I have never heard that before in my life -broknindarkagain My Current Project - Click Here COME AND TAKE IT "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stasis Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 If you get a chance hit the corner of safety glass with a hammer for exploding goodness In terms of glass exploding it's not a literal explosion, it just pops into tiny pieces so it can't guillotine anyone. When I was working we had the chance to pop a 5 metre high by 3 metre wide sheet that was for disposal, biggest mess ever... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toughened_glass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frogg Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Nabisco's 02 Impreza wagon with the same issue. Photos and install FTW: http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2229836&highlight=window+scratched awsome. i got 3-4 scratched windows, and my driver window rattles/shakes big time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lulzcow Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 awsome. i got 3-4 scratched windows, and my driver window rattles/shakes big time. Same! It's so embarrassing when I blare my stereo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated broknindarkagain Posted November 2, 2011 I Donated Share Posted November 2, 2011 yeah I know how it shatters. your explanation of "exploding" glass was poor lol. -broknindarkagain My Current Project - Click Here COME AND TAKE IT "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stasis Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 8-14mm will explode, less than 8 mostly shatters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJay03 Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 I ordered 4 new outside stabilizers they call them they should be in on wednesday. I thought about just glueing on new felt but I dont have much time to have the windows out so ordered new ones to be safe. This should not happen again in my lifetime either since I keep it in the garage where the PO did not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasLegacy2.5GT Posted November 8, 2011 Author Share Posted November 8, 2011 JJay, what's the part number for the "stabilizers"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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