Windscreen Install Help

[Norton47]

Hi
I installed the windscreen and had the finisher installed but was not happy with the way the outside of the gasket laid against the frame.
I removed the finisher and have made every attempt I can think of to ensure the gasket and windscreen are pushed into the frame that I can.
However, when the finisher is installed the lower corners of the gasket want to roll under themselves.
Looking at it, it appears that the windscreen and gasket really don't fill the frame as the original did. It gasket appeared to touch the inside of the frame all along it's length. This new one does not.
These photos are taken with the finisher removed.
See photos at https://www.flickr.com/photos/norton47/sets/72157601936868583/[/img]
It would seem the windscreen is not as big and does not curve enough to allow the corners to really fit correctly. The the gasket and windscreen are from Moss,based on a local recommendation. I also have a TRF gasket.
Would it be worthwhile to try the other gasket?
Do all replacement windscreens fit this way? Should it not fit better.
It seems to fit on the inside correctly.
Have I done something wrong?

 

[hondo402000]

I replaced the glass in my TR6 but used the old gasket, It appears that your does not fit correctly, you definately should not see the ribs at the corners. really cannot offer any suggestions except to push the windscreen and gasket into the frame better at the corners, some times you have to keep working the gasket into the frame, as long as you dont get the glass in a bind is wont crack

 

[2wrench]

I read your post then left without saying a thought
that had occurred to me. Please forgive me if this
is just not what you want to hear, but I do mean well.
I returned to this post to say this.

I did this windscreen removal and replacement save one
thing. On advice from members of the Forum, I paid
a pro to install the glass into the windscreen.

I viewed the pictures of your windscreen and must say
that the gasket is a bit suspect; but, I think at this
point maybe even a consult, if possible, with a glass
installer would be advised, if not hired to install.

Oh, and I also thought, even after the pro installed the
glass into the windscreen frame, that I might have gotten
a wrong rubber gasket, the one that meets the auto body.
Well, it actually did fit after I worked with it, even
though it just didn't look like it would.

(Long sigh) I was reminded it is possible to crack a
windshield if we fool with them too much.

Very sorry to suggest referral to a pro, because that is
just not what this forum is, but I do think it would be
your best shot at success, given the circumstances.

Truly wishing you the best sucess,
Sincerely,

 

[Norton47]

Success!
I removed the windscreen and the first gasket and tried the second one.
It did not seem to have as deep of groove on the inside diameter that fits to the glass.
I also took extra pains to ensure the glass and gasket assembly were centered in the frame and checked and adjusted as I installed it. I am pleased with the way it has turned out and the metal finisher strip I got from on ebay is a treat.
I just need to find one finisher clip.
The photos are here. https://www.flickr.com/photos/norton47/sets/72157601936868583/[/img]
I also use sealant on the gasket to glass surface and will also seal the gasket to frame.
My Bentleys says to use a sealant and the old gasket I removed had a bead between the gasket and frame.
With the less than superb fit that the reproduction gaskets have, I think this prudent.
The 3M 8509 works ok. It is thin initially and then firms up. Soap and water will clean it up from the glass and to a large degree from your hands. It doesn't break it down but almost seems to pill or roll it up. A terry cloth wash rag worked well and to clean next to the gasket a plastic putty knife wrapped in the cloth cleaned up the edge well.
FWIW!
Cheers

 

[2wrench]

Congratulations and I am very happy to hear this has
worked. Good job and keep up the good work!