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Vent window latch 140-160 1972

Here is a common problem to which I hope someone has a solution. The latch which is glued to the vent window has come off. What kind of glue will hold the latch to the glass and what steps should I take to prep the two surfaces. I have tried several glues including 2 part epoxy, krazy glue and rubber cement. If I remember right, the epoxy lasted the longest......maybe 2-3 months before the latch popped off. Meanwhile, I have a replacement latch which gets pressed onto the window edge to hold the window closed. It does a pretty good job except there is just enough space for the wind to whistle through. I really would like to put back the original. Thanks for any suggestions








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Re: Vent window latch 140-160 1972

Try rearview mirror glue. It's used to glue the mirror mount to the windshield on ceratin American cars.

You must THOROUGHLY clean the glass.

Worked for me.








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