My 1931 Model A Sedan has been chopped by the previous owner (5 inches). I want to put glass in all the way around (doors, quarters and rear), and have started collecting parts to do this. There are a few local shops around that cut glass, if you provide the templates. I'm installing new seals, regulators garnishes and the like but need some input on the best way (and Material) to make these patterns. I looked thru about 20 pages, using the search feature, with no luck. Please help.
Also, no one is willing to cut the wire safety glass (similar to Jesse James Model A) they (the 5 shops I called) say it flakes and chips to much with circular cuts?
I cut up a heavy cardboard box. That usually works. I believe stock glass will work, since they are flat. You just don't roll the windows all the way up.
Puttin wire glass in a car is just plain stupid! In case of a crash, would'nt be any better than plate glass. Yer car, do what you like. Just tryin to save you some Stiches!!!!!!!
Yeah, I thought about that too, just really liked the look. I'll more that likely go with the regular safety glass. Chris, Would the door window be hidden completely when rolled down?
Why would you want glass that shatters and cuts the shit out of you, instead of safety glass? Not trying to be a dick just wondering.
Are you talking about the industrial glass like in steel door windows ? I don't think that type glass is available in saftey glass. I could be wrong,but that just does'nt seem like a good idea
Yes, it will go down to the original stop. The window just won't roll up as high as it originally did since the top is shorter now. Make sense?
I used that poster board that has foam in between... and it is about the same thickness as the glass...
Make a rough pattern out of cardboard, then transfer to Masonite. Make it a little large, and gradually sand it down perfect, test fitting as you go.
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