RaderNed Posted May 21, 2017 Share Posted May 21, 2017 FYI, I recently found a plastics shop which can fabricate replacement, wrap-around cab-over windows for the Sunraders at $175 each. Q&I Plastics, 445 Portal St #9, Cotati, CA 94931; (707) 795-0612 The owner's name is Rick. My passenger side window ('85, narrow profile) was cracked badly but intact. I dropped it off at this place and within a few hours Rick had the new window done. I took the rv back and he helped me install it. It had to be trimmed a little bit, but once in fits perfectly and looks fantastic. Rick's got my old window and could use that as a template, or if you've got an intact one you could send it to him. HOWEVER, Rick is very conscientious and would really prefer to have the rv there to make sure the finished product is perfect. If you are willing to reassure him you're happy to do any trimming yourself, he'll likely be willing to ship a finished product to you. (Rick uses a dremel mounted to a work bench to do his trimming) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted May 21, 2017 Share Posted May 21, 2017 Wow sounds good. Not far from my daughters in Folsom. I will definitely send business his way. Dumb me not near Folsom but I drive by Cotati every time I go to work in San Jose and I will still send business his way Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted May 21, 2017 Share Posted May 21, 2017 Did you reuse the weatherstrip seal? Looks new Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaderNed Posted May 21, 2017 Author Share Posted May 21, 2017 11 hours ago, linda s said: Did you reuse the weatherstrip seal? Looks new Linda S Yes, I reused without a problem. The seal and the locking bead we're both still really supple and the removal and reinstallation were pretty easy. The wrap-around corners took a little wrestling but the whole reinstallation, once the new window was properly trimmed, took less than an hour. The locking bead had stretched a bit so I ended up trimming off an inch or two. We're up in Seattle now (rain!), so just to be safe, I've clear silicone caulked both the inner and outer edges of both cab-over windows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LizaLou Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 This forum is saving my butt! I recently bought a 1985 Nissan Sunrader and am continuing to find new and exciting projects. The newest is leaks around the rubber gaskets of the plexiglass wraparound windows. The windows themselves are intact, but slightly warped and bowing inward toward the cab. Has anyone experienced leaking around the gasket? If so, what was the cause in your experience? I already removed the interior lining and carpeting in the cabover area to expose the fiberglass and plywood. It does not appear that the shell is damaged or that the source of the leak is coming from any of the little exterior lights above the cab. I'm hoping that I can fix the leak without having to replace the windows themselves, since I'm on a budget... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Replace gasket https://www.amazon.com/Trim-Lok-Stripping-Two-Piece-Glass-Edge/dp/B00NL48HSE/ref=pd_bxgy_328_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00NL48HSE&pd_rd_r=X064D7VP91W0GWMV08Q6&pd_rd_w=IQ93W&pd_rd_wg=dtd3V&psc=1&refRID=X064D7VP91W0GWMV08Q6 Locking strip https://www.amazon.com/Trim-Lok-LK937-25-Rubber-Locking-Gaskets/dp/B00NL48VUS Tool to use https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-47000-Windshield-Locking-Strip/dp/B000COA1CQ/ref=pd_bxgy_328_img_3?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B000COA1CQ&pd_rd_r=BDBFSZB4D85GM4DRKDBC&pd_rd_w=bQriq&pd_rd_wg=C3fQO&psc=1&refRID=BDBFSZB4D85GM4DRKDBC Video of it being done http://toyotamotorhome.org/forums/index.php?/topic/10239-resealing-wrap-around-windows-on-a-sunrader/&tab=comments#comment-95648 While the windows are out it might help to flatten the long side some. Lay on table with cured side hanging off. Heat with hot blow dryer. Heat gun is too hot, too much chance of a mistake. Then put some books or other non scratching item on the window so it will cool flat Linda S Oh he walks on the hood. Better to rig up some kind of scaffold to protect your cab. If I still lived in San Jose I would be there to help but far away now. Sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadtriprachel Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 Wow - thanks for this thread! (So in love with this website!! Every time I search for answers to the day’s project I’m working on, I find the answers here). I’m bookmarking this particular thread for when I am ready to officially tackle my windows. The first step today is hand washing them. Cuz they’re pretty gross! (L side is 30 min into hand washing; R side not touched yet). Thanks again for the info everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rockin Posted May 11, 2018 Share Posted May 11, 2018 On 1/4/2018 at 6:34 PM, linda s said: Replace gasket https://www.amazon.com/Trim-Lok-Stripping-Two-Piece-Glass-Edge/dp/B00NL48HSE/ref=pd_bxgy_328_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00NL48HSE&pd_rd_r=X064D7VP91W0GWMV08Q6&pd_rd_w=IQ93W&pd_rd_wg=dtd3V&psc=1&refRID=X064D7VP91W0GWMV08Q6 Locking strip https://www.amazon.com/Trim-Lok-LK937-25-Rubber-Locking-Gaskets/dp/B00NL48VUS Tool to use https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-47000-Windshield-Locking-Strip/dp/B000COA1CQ/ref=pd_bxgy_328_img_3?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B000COA1CQ&pd_rd_r=BDBFSZB4D85GM4DRKDBC&pd_rd_w=bQriq&pd_rd_wg=C3fQO&psc=1&refRID=BDBFSZB4D85GM4DRKDBC Video of it being done http://toyotamotorhome.org/forums/index.php?/topic/10239-resealing-wrap-around-windows-on-a-sunrader/&tab=comments#comment-95648 While the windows are out it might help to flatten the long side some. Lay on table with cured side hanging off. Heat with hot blow dryer. Heat gun is too hot, too much chance of a mistake. Then put some books or other non scratching item on the window so it will cool flat Linda S Oh he walks on the hood. Better to rig up some kind of scaffold to protect your cab. If I still lived in San Jose I would be there to help but far away now. Sorry You are all a wonderful resource! Linda- thanks for the parts links, and video!! RaderNed, thanks for the plastics source. Whoever called it on not having it fiberglassed over- you just saved me from doing that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rockin Posted May 11, 2018 Share Posted May 11, 2018 On 5/20/2017 at 10:12 PM, RaderNed said: FYI, I recently found a plastics shop which can fabricate replacement, wrap-around cab-over windows for the Sunraders at $175 each. Q&I Plastics, 445 Portal St #9, Cotati, CA 94931; (707) 795-0612 The owner's name is Rick. My passenger side window ('85, narrow profile) was cracked badly but intact. I dropped it off at this place and within a few hours Rick had the new window done. I took the rv back and he helped me install it. It had to be trimmed a little bit, but once in fits perfectly and looks fantastic. Rick's got my old window and could use that as a template, or if you've got an intact one you could send it to him. HOWEVER, Rick is very conscientious and would really prefer to have the rv there to make sure the finished product is perfect. If you are willing to reassure him you're happy to do any trimming yourself, he'll likely be willing to ship a finished product to you. (Rick uses a dremel mounted to a work bench to do his trimming) Sad news - Rick has downsized and moved out of state. He no longer does this work. I asked him if he knew anyone who does. His phone is disconnected but he still has messenger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tylerdrogin Posted July 13, 2021 Share Posted July 13, 2021 Hello! Does anybody know of a shop that is still in business that fabricates these windows in the Sacramento/Bay Area regions of Northern California? Bummed this guy closed up shop. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elise Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 I’m located in Portland and I’m having THE HARDEST time finding someone to do this same job on my 1978 Sunrader. No one will touch it and the ones who consider are quoting me upwards of $7,500 to do the job!! Rick where are you?! if anyone has a resource for custom plastic fabrication like this please reach out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 Advantage RV in Napa California makes the windows. They do not have a website ADVANTAGE RV CENTER - 4122 Byway E, Napa, CA - Yelp https://www.yelp.com › ... › Automotive › RV Dealers Advantage Rv Center · 4122 Byway E Napa, CA 94558. Directions · (707) 252-8188. Call Now · More Info. Accepts Credit Cards. The owner was a plant manager at the original Sunrader plant in Vallejo and has the original molds for the windows. Far cheaper than what your other quotes are but because your windows are larger than the later model Sunraders it's still pretty expensive. I would expect about $800. Have no idea what shipping would cost. These are not in stock and ready to go. Lead time is about a month Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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