Window detached from closing mechanism

[parfsten]

I was closing all windows in my pre-departure check this morning and the window in the bathroom came "unglued" from the closing mechanism. I am thinking heavy duty double sided tape for a fix or should I be thinking of something else?

[Jim Bennett]

I am not sure how the mechanism is bonded to the glass, but if you have some VHB tape, I would give that a try. Should work fine.

[parfsten]

Thanks Jim... I am thinking I should duct tape the window closed for this morning until I can get to a hardware store on the next leg of my journey. I'm thinking it's probably not a good idea to drive with it unsecured...??

[wetzk]

Originally Posted by Jim Bennett

I am not sure how the mechanism is bonded to the glass, but if you have some VHB tape, I would give that a try. Should work fine.

I just took a quick look at ours and wonder if the adhesive they use to reattach rear view mirrors would fix it.

[PGDriver]

Originally Posted by wetzk

I just took a quick look at ours and wonder if the adhesive they use to reattach rear view mirrors would fix it.

Yes it's a 2 part glue, I like the Permatex brand, or an ultra violet glass adhesive or lastly urethane will work. Any good glass shop should be able to fix you up in short order.


Cheers
Doug

[parfsten]

Thanks Doug!

[Jim Bennett]

Originally Posted by parfsten

Thanks Jim... I am thinking I should duct tape the window closed for this morning until I can get to a hardware store on the next leg of my journey. I'm thinking it's probably not a good idea to drive with it unsecured...??

I assumed you had the tape on you, otherwise I would go with the window repair shop as Doug mentioned. And yes, a bit of tape to hold it closed while you get there would be a good idea.

[parfsten]

VHB tape is definitely going into my tool box... thanks Jim!