PD-4106 Windows. Keeping the stock look

[hatchhome]

Hello, Just thought I would pass along a little info I collected. I don't work for motion windows or have no interest in the company but I called and got the prices on a replacement for the drivers window, the big D windows. Prices seemed fair but I have yet to get in touch with anyone else. I asked Luke at custom coach for the seal around the drivers window and learned they were made by a telephone booth company (perhaps why they look horrible in time) and no longer available. I love the stock look with the addition on screens and better insulation. The prices are as follows

Pricing includes new rubber gaskets, interior garnish rings, black or clear anodized frames and the glass tint of your choice.  I have also attached several pictures of a recently completed bus (they aren't the greatest photos but should give you an idea). You will also see a recently completed project on the July cover of Bus Conversions magazine. Give us a call for more information.

Driver- Half Slider w/ sliding screen & new installation gasket rubber
$375.00

Passenger Door-Half Slider w/ sliding screen & new installation gasket rubber
$375.00

Side Windows—Half Slider w/ sliding screen & new installation gasket rubber
$545.00 ea.

Big D Glass & Rubber Replacement  
$166.00 pair

[hatchhome]

Okay so my brain gets an idea and it doesn't always work out but I have to share it to get the busnut community advice.  I have a pd-4106 and I'm keeping all stock windows.  I had an idea that I could seal the Window closed,  prevent sliding open and closed and utilizing the top brackets to create a kinda casement style Window.  At the bottom would be a casement dual arm crank (heavy duty) that would push it out.  Now the Window wouldn't push out all that far but when cranked back in and locked it would be tightly sealed.  Will those top brackets support this setup?  Any opinions please don't be to hard on me lol thanks yall

[gus]

I see no reason this won't work except that my 4104 had most of them blocked inside by panels and etc so I couldn't even pull out the emergency release bars.

Hopefully yours doesn't.

I much prefer the look of stock windows, never thought about using those emergency opening top hinges - very clever!

[hatchhome]

I see no reason this won't work except that my 4104 had most of them blocked inside by panels and etc so I couldn't even pull out the emergency release bars.

Hopefully yours doesn't.

I much prefer the look of stock windows, never thought about using those emergency opening top hinges - very clever!

Thanks Gus, I either have the pleasure or misfortune of having a bus that had never been converted. It was gutted, with a floor rebuild, all airstream linoleum that apparently paid out the keister and the ceiling done. The ceiling was done by someone that knew carpentry but not buses and I had to take the ceiling down to redo the insulation. GRRR more things I didn't know before buying. Having a empty shell in front of you gives you all kinds of ideas. SKYLIGHTS lol

p.s. The airstream flooring is free to anyone that wants it, If I can get it up without damage

[TomC]

I have a transit. The windows are big, and they leaked and rattled. I had Motion Windows make single pane lightly tinted windows, including the solid windows behind the driver's compartment. What a difference they made! I have to keep one of the roof vents open-otherwise when the front door is shut, will pop your ears. Best improvement in sound and weather proofing. I can run down the road in over 100 degree weather with just 2 out of the 3 roof airs running and be comfortable inside. Good Luck, TomC