Re: 1951 Coupe Front Windshield Weatherstrip - Who's Right!

Posted by Larry51 On 2010/7/23 7:56:59

Thanks to both you fellas, I reckon you've solved my problem . . . .

I've fallen victim to the different naming for Packard configurations. I mistakenly thought a '2-Door Hardtop' was the same as my 'Coupe', but seems it is not.

Mine is a '2465 - 200 Deluxe Club Sedan', (and of course it's a Coupe).But a 'Hardtop' it is not. Downright confusing.

A check of my Parts Listing confirms what you're saying. 2467 (300 Sedan), 2577 (250 Sports Coupe) and 2469(250 Convertible Coupe) share the same weatherstrip part number and have the square screen. My 2465 Club Sedan has the rounded windscreen opening.

Further to that the SteeleRubber Catalogue online does show both a rounded and a square weatherstrip, and I had wondered about that, but the penny didn't drop!! Really appreciate your help. Now all you have to do is come to Australia and I'll buy you both a beer!