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After 40 years, I am going to run this all new bird for a 500 mile engine break-in, and then to the paint booth. I have an old windshield that I could install for the first 500 or I could run it legally without a windshield and then paint.
I am considering installing using an unused oem weather-strip but I don’t want to damage it. Will the windshield be secure if I install without any of the stainless trim? And if I do install without trim will it uninstall without cutting? The most comprehensive instructions that I have found (attached) and Resto Manual suggest cutting for ease. I can’t remember taking it out, it’s been 40 years since I removed the glass. I will purchase the least expensive aftermarket weather strip if there is a chance of having to damage the OEM. I am leery of taking the easiest approach of running without a windshield.
I am considering installing using an unused oem weather-strip but I don’t want to damage it. Will the windshield be secure if I install without any of the stainless trim? And if I do install without trim will it uninstall without cutting? The most comprehensive instructions that I have found (attached) and Resto Manual suggest cutting for ease. I can’t remember taking it out, it’s been 40 years since I removed the glass. I will purchase the least expensive aftermarket weather strip if there is a chance of having to damage the OEM. I am leery of taking the easiest approach of running without a windshield.
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