Re: {Chrysler 300} Window gaskets
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Re: {Chrysler 300} Window gaskets

I have also worked with Eaton for the last 40 years and have always been very pleased with the product. I first worked with Mike Eaton back around 1990 when he was able to perfectly duplicate the original leaf springs on my 63 Sport Fury.  What makes Eaton so capable is the extensive file of original spring drawings . At the time they were able to duplicate OEM drawing load deflection. I recall being able to supply Eaton with drawings from the Chrysler engineering blueprint vault for Imperials from the 1930s that they needed. But they have or had at the time ,prints for most makes back to the 1920s.  
Eaton has a small foundry in back where they can heat treat and temper steel . I have a spare set of rear leaf springs for my 57 and 58 300s that Mike made for me.  That said I believe Mike’s daughter is running the business today. I don’t intend to make this a commercial and it has been a few years since I needed their services but they are more than just spring repair and replacement shop.  
Marv Raguse

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On Sep 30, 2025, at 2:48 PM, dplotkin@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx wrote:



I meant to say 1" or 2" over height OR under height/heavy duty.

 

Danny Plotkin



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Subject: Re: {Chrysler 300} Window gaskets

We’ve not tried Eaton yet, but have heard from other club members, a mix bag of results from zero problems to failure/drooping in short order for rear leaf springs.  

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On Sep 30, 2025, at 10:43, dplotkin@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx wrote:

Eaton Detroit Spring is the place, I wear them on the rear of the 300 F & the 68 New Yorker. Excellent product.

 

Danny Plotkin



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Subject: Re: {Chrysler 300} Window gaskets

Mornin’ all! Who does everyone like most for suspension parts? I’m looking to replace everything: springs, shocks, ball joints, tie rods- the whole she-bang, for my K. Thanks in advance for the help!!
From: 'dave mason' via Chrysler 300 Club International <chrysler-300-club-international@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2025 2:23:52 PM
To: Mike Spencer <mikespencer377@xxxxxxxxx>
Cc: Club International Chrysler <chrysler-300-club-international@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: {Chrysler 300} Window gaskets
 
This is what the gasket looks like when the lock strip is pried out.  It just pries out, as shown.  I went to buy a piece of glass and gasket from a salvage yard, one of those where they pull the parts for you, and whoever did it ruined the gasket by pulling the little strip completely off the gasket.  The strip stays with the gasket, don’t tear it off, just pry it open.   This allows the glass to have space to move because the gasket becomes less rigid.  
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On Sep 25, 2025, at 13:28, Mike Spencer <mikespencer377@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

Thanks a picture would be great

On Thu, Sep 25, 2025 at 05:37 dave mason <forwardlook300@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Mike,
There is a lock strip in the rubber on the exterior.  This will need to simply be popped out.  Not torn off, just popped loose.  If you look at the bottom corners of the gasket you may see a hole or divot, you can use a small Phillips screwdriver to start it going.  The interior edge of the strip comes out, meaning the edge closer to the glass.  If you want a picture I’ll take one and send it. 
D&K

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On Sep 25, 2025, at 05:51, Mike Spencer <mikespencer377@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

Thank you all for the replies. I’ll see if my glass guy knows how to remove the windows without cutting the gaskets.  I’d hate to damage the glass.
Mike

On Wed, Sep 24, 2025 at 02:50 Robert Hayen <rbrthayen@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
I have used  the  rubber extrusion in bulk  from  Gary Goers  many  times. to many to count .
 you must cut to length . make the  splice in the bottom corners  of the glass . then super glue them together . 
 then use  wd 40  to install . Gary and I  put in  many  this way .  
Quiery  got all  the extrusions .  I just put one in a 60 convertable  the other day .   If  your slow it  will take an hour!!!!!!!!
or you can try to  make the old one soft again if you  have lots of time on your hands.  
Robert Hayen   here in kalispell montana  

On Tue, Sep 23, 2025 at 10:50 AM Ryan Hill <ryan_hillc300@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Do not cut or damage the original gaskets when removing the glass. Soak them in lanolin until they are soft and pliable again. A common source for lanolin is mechanics hand cleaners like Gojo.(ensure it has lanolin) I like the large tubs they sell as refills for wall mounted pump machines in mechanical shops; the product without pumice. 
I start by brushing it on heavily and keeping it in a plastic bag or bin. Keep treating it until it becomes soft and supple again. For me, the worst dried out and hard seals (from a California car) took several months of sitting and soaking to restore but they came back and cleaned up like near new. I did those ones 23 years ago and they’re still nice to this day. 
If you’ve already damaged your originals, I’d start looking for a parts car to get them from. And those of you who have parts cars and are removing glass, keep in mind there is/will be value in the gaskets not just the glass. 
Ryan Hill

On Sep 23, 2025, at 6:43 AM, 'Ron Waters' via Chrysler 300 Club International <chrysler-300-club-international@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

For 57 and later Mopars, all the repro windshield and back glass gaskets are poor quality. For your 300G, you will have to reuse your gaskets. 
 
Ron
 
From: mguarneri via Chrysler 300 Club International 
Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 9:06 AM
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Subject: Re: {Chrysler 300} Window gaskets
 
You can try andy bernbaum at oldmoparts....John
 

In a message dated 9/22/2025 8:45:05 PM Eastern Daylight Time, chrysler-300-club-international@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx writes: 
 
Painting my G does anyone know if windshield and rear window gaskets are available?
 
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