Rear Window Scratching on 3rd Gen

Manioca35 · 10-20-2004, 02:48 PM

Ever since I bought my truck used, there as been a vertical scratch on my rear window, as though something inside the rear hatch is rubbing when the window rolls up and down. It LOOKS like it might be getting worse, AND there appear to be a new, albeit smaller one developing right next to it. Has this happened to anyone else? I hesitate to do any opening up of the gate unless it is really simple...

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leebee · 10-20-2004, 03:49 PM

take a close look at the area of weatherstrip causing the scratch, use a flexible piece of thin plastic to slide between the w/s and glass and see if you can dislodge the offending piece of grit. if its on the inside, take off the inner gate panels (all) and inspect the w/s for imbedded grit etc. failing that, you may want to replace the w/s and see if you can have the glass polished to soften the scratch up so its not as noticable. hope this helps.

lee

Flamedx4 · 10-21-2004, 11:27 AM

That's the one drawback to a power back window - stuff gets into the weatherseal and scratches the window. I had one bad streak that kept getting worse and finally I discovered that the wiring harness inside the tailgate had come unclipped and was rubbing the glass. But after 15 years and 172,000 miles the entire window was scratched enough from dust and mud that it didn't show anymore....

rimpainter.com · 10-21-2004, 11:41 AM

Good advice from everyone...

I would also like to add that you may be able to buff out some of the scratch by using toothpaste as a polish. Another thought, which applies to certain insurance policies, is that your glass coverage will cover any window. In fact, my glass coverage covers headlights, tail lights, parking lights, and all windows. Kinda cool.

2001Millrunner · 10-21-2004, 12:04 PM

i wouldnt try toothpaste just yet, search for window polishing products first. I think www.griotsgarage.com offers window polishing. You might end up having to pay deductable to your insurance co. depending on what you have, check with your insurance first. I think mine is $100

rimpainter.com · 10-21-2004, 12:05 PM

Why would you buy something for the window before you tried something readily available and "free?"

2001Millrunner · 10-21-2004, 12:08 PM

if it's free, hey go ahead, I was just concerned about the fact that you might pay deductable. Didnt mean to step on your toes there.

rimpainter.com · 10-21-2004, 12:11 PM

No problem, I just didn't understand why he would go to Griot's first. No toes stepped on.

SLC Punk · 10-21-2004, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by <96 Runner>

Good advice from everyone...

I would also like to add that you may be able to buff out some of the scratch by using toothpaste as a polish. Another thought, which applies to certain insurance policies, is that your glass coverage will cover any window. In fact, my glass coverage covers headlights, tail lights, parking lights, and all windows. Kinda cool.

Really headlights!?! I never thought of that being covered under the glass insurance. I may need to call my agent!

rimpainter.com · 10-21-2004, 12:22 PM

I have USAA, they rock. No deductible on "glass" claims.

Flamedx4 · 10-21-2004, 11:24 PM

The paint guys where I work use mag wheel polish on glass with a buffer. I was shocked the first time I saw that. I don't believe it will polish out real scratches, where I've seen it is (kinda funny) people gripe because they get water stains on tinted windows and it really shows. (They are of course complaining to the warranty dept...) One of the paint guys grins and splats a dab of mag wheel polish on the glass and hits it with the buffer. I nearly croaked (those windows are expensive) but in 3 seconds it was perfect! He said he's been doing that for years...

10-20-2004, 03:49 PM	#2 (permalink)
leebee Contributing Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: marlbank, canada Posts: 2,450	take a close look at the area of weatherstrip causing the scratch, use a flexible piece of thin plastic to slide between the w/s and glass and see if you can dislodge the offending piece of grit. if its on the inside, take off the inner gate panels (all) and inspect the w/s for imbedded grit etc. failing that, you may want to replace the w/s and see if you can have the glass polished to soften the scratch up so its not as noticable. hope this helps. lee __________________ 93 sr5 v6 auto, 4x4 Photos http://s866.photobucket.com/albums/a...albumview=grid there are quite some attractive ladies on here with Toys. (compliments of ironmike) ifsc 3(.0) http://tlca.org www.of4wd.com www.sontt.com

10-21-2004, 11:27 AM	#3 (permalink)
Flamedx4 Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: 100 miles offshore as much as possible, & Springfield Oregon USA Posts: 3,285	That's the one drawback to a power back window - stuff gets into the weatherseal and scratches the window. I had one bad streak that kept getting worse and finally I discovered that the wiring harness inside the tailgate had come unclipped and was rubbing the glass. But after 15 years and 172,000 miles the entire window was scratched enough from dust and mud that it didn't show anymore.... __________________ All my Yotas are gone. Stuff to sell: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.p...39#post1009839 -Phil

10-21-2004, 11:41 AM	#4 (permalink)
rimpainter.com Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 10,797	Good advice from everyone... I would also like to add that you may be able to buff out some of the scratch by using toothpaste as a polish. Another thought, which applies to certain insurance policies, is that your glass coverage will cover any window. In fact, my glass coverage covers headlights, tail lights, parking lights, and all windows. Kinda cool. __________________ www.rimpainter.com Get your O Gasket Mod Here! My SC'd 4Runner's Profile My YouTube vids

10-21-2004, 12:04 PM	#5 (permalink)
2001Millrunner Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lynnwood, WA Posts: 1,185	i wouldnt try toothpaste just yet, search for window polishing products first. I think www.griotsgarage.com offers window polishing. You might end up having to pay deductable to your insurance co. depending on what you have, check with your insurance first. I think mine is $100 __________________ 01 4runner 4x4 SE (stupid Cntr lock diff,VSC,TRAC) Stuff I've wasted my money on front/rear chicken fence clear corners Hella 500s Lexus HID PIAA LED bulbs ISR, Breather,DP Mod Amsoil filter husky cargo liner Cobra STX II SE badge Griot's stuff Alpine CDA-9815+Infinity Reference+12"Fosgate Punch/amp BFG A/T 32s Bilstein HD Perforated Leather Seats...Buncha other stupid things "Uh....I dont know what I'm doing" -Ray http://community.webshots.com/user/ray0227 Last edited by 2001Millrunner; 10-21-2004 at 12:06 PM.*

10-21-2004, 12:05 PM	#6 (permalink)
rimpainter.com Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 10,797	Why would you buy something for the window before you tried something readily available and "free?" __________________ www.rimpainter.com Get your O Gasket Mod Here! My SC'd 4Runner's Profile My YouTube vids

10-21-2004, 12:08 PM	#7 (permalink)
2001Millrunner Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lynnwood, WA Posts: 1,185	if it's free, hey go ahead, I was just concerned about the fact that you might pay deductable. Didnt mean to step on your toes there. __________________ 01 4runner 4x4 SE (stupid Cntr lock diff,VSC,TRAC) Stuff I've wasted my money on front/rear chicken fence clear corners Hella 500s Lexus HID PIAA LED bulbs ISR, Breather,DP Mod Amsoil filter husky cargo liner Cobra STX II SE badge Griot's stuff Alpine CDA-9815+Infinity Reference+12"Fosgate Punch/amp BFG A/T 32s Bilstein HD *Perforated Leather Seats...Buncha other stupid things "Uh....I dont know what I'm doing" -Ray http://community.webshots.com/user/ray0227

10-21-2004, 12:11 PM	#8 (permalink)
rimpainter.com Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 10,797	No problem, I just didn't understand why he would go to Griot's first. No toes stepped on. __________________ www.rimpainter.com Get your O Gasket Mod Here! My SC'd 4Runner's Profile My YouTube vids

10-21-2004, 12:22 PM	#10 (permalink)
rimpainter.com Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 10,797	I have USAA, they rock. No deductible on "glass" claims. __________________ www.rimpainter.com Get your O Gasket Mod Here! My SC'd 4Runner's Profile My YouTube vids

10-21-2004, 11:24 PM	#11 (permalink)
Flamedx4 Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: 100 miles offshore as much as possible, & Springfield Oregon USA Posts: 3,285	The paint guys where I work use mag wheel polish on glass with a buffer. I was shocked the first time I saw that. I don't believe it will polish out real scratches, where I've seen it is (kinda funny) people gripe because they get water stains on tinted windows and it really shows. (They are of course complaining to the warranty dept...) One of the paint guys grins and splats a dab of mag wheel polish on the glass and hits it with the buffer. I nearly croaked (those windows are expensive) but in 3 seconds it was perfect! He said he's been doing that for years... __________________ All my Yotas are gone. Stuff to sell: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.p...39#post1009839 -Phil

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