Windshield sealing materials, related parts, and the process concept are all principle factors in determining what will be used to fill the void between the windshield glass and body opening. In order to insure that maximum efficiency is attained when related parts are determined, it is essential that prime considerations, which must begin in the styling studio, are strengthened by the designer with their eventual success or failure contingent on the development of a sound process system for installing the windshield. Essentially, this report pursues these parameters pointing out such things as styling and design considerations, Federal Regulations, materials available, processes and some future considerations.
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