Window woes...

[creeg]

Im in exactly the same position as you. My tabs were destroyed.

There is some expoxy that is SUPPOSED to work, Here is what is needed

3M Automix, Channel Bonding & Sidelite Adhesive. Part# 08641
3M Automix Applicator Gun. Part# 08191
3M Mixing Nozzles Clear. Part# 08197

I havent tried it as my tabs, like yours, are in pieces. I think you would need new tabs in order to fix it; cracked or broken tabs will probably not work so well.

So what I have done is used JB 4-minute Weld epoxy as a short-term fix. My window is in the locked and upright position, and will not be opened until I get a new window. The JB Weld, through my experimentation, is not a permanent fix. This is the second time I have done this.

I would be happy to just buy new tabs and try my luck with the 3M adhesive, but no one just sells the tabs, and I cant think of any way to fabricate somethign similar.

Ive shopped around, and I have found used windows for $220.00 (that includes shipping and tax), or new ones at my local dealership (with a 7-day shipping time) for $245.00.

Im saving up for the new window, and hopefully along with the other fixes posted on this site, I wont have any problems with the new window.

Yeah, it really really sucks.

[ojmagg]

I thought about cutting the channel off the plastic mounts, then attaching a metal channel with glue and small screws...but that would prob break too...

I'm looking at the part manual right now...list on the Isuzu windows is 156.17...600 on the NAGS...

[ojmagg]

I just spoke to Merlin at St Charles Isuzu 1-800-727-8066...new window $179 to my door.

[creeg]

$179!?!

Im in California, they told me $245.00. How come you get such a better price?

Sheesh!

[creeg]

I just called the dealer back, and they quoted me $226 instead of $245 this time. WTF.

I guess if I keep calling back, it will go down.

[kpaske]

St. Charles Isuzu has always been able to get my OEM parts, they ship for free, and the price is 10 or 15% below list price. Other dealerships vary in the price they'll quote you.

Also, I'd be surprised if they couldn't sell you just the tabs, or maybe a kit of some sort. Make sure you talk to Merlin if you don't like the answer you get elsewhere (even from another parts counter tech at St. Charles). In my experience he has always come through even when others told me a part was unavailable.

[HotFlyer]

I had the same problem. Contacted M & M Auto Parts (Used) in Bridgeport, PA(1-800-276-0404). They found a used window in excelent condition for my VX, $125.00. Nice people, easy to talk to.

Howard (0761)