Cloudy windows on 6-35400

I was told this was from glue used. Extremely common failure. Many of my heavyweights and even saw some of the early Polar Express scale cars (black roof editions) were showing signs.

https://www.lionelsupport.com/...-STRIP-LH-RH-HVYWGHT

Cut to length with scissors.

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In fact same cars?

https://ogrforum.com/topic/48171004107434628

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Vernon, do you know if these window strips are clear or green tinted?  This same part number shows up on the newer heavyweights which now have clear windows. I’m looking for clear replacements for my black roof PolEx heavyweights - the green tint is so dark in them the interiors are meaningless.

The last time I ordered (Edit) they are a very, very, very,  light green tint. Not clear (colorless), but not obstructive either.

However- this is Lionel and sourcing obviously subject to change.

the picture shown had the protective film on them. Again, actual tint is just enough to say "tinted", but enough to even remotely begin to block the view.

If you want really clear- there is always slide/overhead projector material available at your local office supply.

I want them to match the newer heavyweights.  From the last couple years, I have the Hobo and PolEx sleeper add-ons and the Friendship heavyweights. The windows in them is noticeably clearer than the original black roof PolEx cars. Given the cost is so minimal, it may be worth buying a few to check it out. How long are the strips?

I just repaired a set of heavyweights with this issue.  Ordered the replacement parts from Lionel last month.  The replacement parts are green, but an acceptable light enough  tinting to adequately show the details in the interior. I was happy with the results.  Can post some pictures later today.

@Rider Sandman posted:

I want them to match the newer heavyweights.  From the last couple years, I have the Hobo and PolEx sleeper add-ons and the Friendship heavyweights. The windows in them is noticeably clearer than the original black roof PolEx cars. Given the cost is so minimal, it may be worth buying a few to check it out. How long are the strips?

16 inches by 1.5 inches tall

Thanks all, mine have a green tint.   I will order some strips and see if they work.  The glue issue makes sense.  I know that when  they are looking for fingerprints on plastic they use super glue and the fumes make the prints show up, at least according to the TV show forensic files.  On my four cars two are perfect, one has just a spot or two and the observation car has a ton.

tony

The strips come with a protective film on the non adhesive side.  Just don’t do like me and forget to remove that film on one of the cars before reassembly.😐

@Rider Sandman posted:

Vernon, do you know if these window strips are clear or green tinted?  This same part number shows up on the newer heavyweights which now have clear windows. I’m looking for clear replacements for my black roof PolEx heavyweights - the green tint is so dark in them the interiors are meaningless.

You don't have to use Lionel's overpriced plastic, there are tons of cheaper alternatives.

For less than $20 total, including shipping, I bought these: 12 pieces Clear Transparency Sheet 12 × 12 inch (12-6 mil) and used this 0.25"/6mm×2 Permanent Clear Double Sided Adhesive Tape to install the windows I cut out, they worked perfectly.  I did the same thing you did, went to all clear as I had some clear and some tinted, and all spotted!

I have enough window material to do 50-60 cars, and that includes the DS tape to install them.