Windscreen removel method and tools

[JasonR]

Hi, I'm going to remove my windscreen soon to fix the rot behind it. Can anyone tell me where is best to get the tools to do so? or does anyone on here?

Thanks

[Ziggy]

You don't really need any tools above a flat head screwdriver to remove a windscreen. The tool for re-fitting the trim strip will save much swearing though when it's time to put it back in...

[Touring Whore]

The tool for re-fitting the trim strip will save much swearing though when it's time to put it back in...

+1

I wouldn't even consider refitting the windscreen without the tool. £7.50 from eBay, and make the windscreen a 10 minute job.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Windscreen-shield ... 5ad625b39c

[JasonR]

Cheers for the response! the diamond lacing tool comes in three sizes, anyone bought one for the e30? which size is best?

[Ziggy]

That listing says the large one is suitable for an E30.

[DanThe]

That is the one I bought the other week, its the best ive used yet, its that good the locking strip went back in dry as I couldnt be arsed to go back in the house for fairy liquid

[Grrrmachine]

You shouldn't use washing up liquid anyway! It contains salt, which compressed between the rubbers and the body isn't very good from a rust perspective.

[DanThe]

Why would I need to put it anywhere near the body? Its to help the locking strip go back in the glass seal, I would normally use wash&wax for a car I care about