Fixin’ Leaky Truck Windows—TN Rain Ready

Hey y’all, it’s Tennessee Truck Revival—where we’re keepin’ classic rigs rollin’ with Middle Tennessee grit. I’m from Tullahoma, where my great-grandpa’s ’76 Ford Ranger—blue and white—braved Motlow College mud, and my ’83 Dodge D150 three-speed dodged stalls on Highway 55, as I shared in my stall post. But leaky truck windows? That’s a Middle TN curse, soakin’ your cab in a Lynchburg downpour or a Winchester storm. Here’s how to fix ‘em in 2025 with budget tools, keepin’ your Squarebody dry for AEDC hauls.

Step 1: Find the Leak

Spot the drip—my Ranger’s window seals were shot. Use a flashlight to check rubber seals, like I did in my lights post. Spray water with a spray bottle while a buddy watches inside—$5. Cracked seals or rust? Shelbyville swaps, per my junkyard post, sell used window seals cheap.

Step 2: Clean and Prep

Old seals hold dirt—my Dodge’s were grim. Scrub with dish soap and a sponge, then dry with a microfiber cloth—$10 total. Rusty frames? Hit ‘em with a wire brush and rust converter—$20. Tullahoma’s humidity loves rust, so don’t skip this, like my K20 post warned.

Step 3: Seal It Up

Apply silicone sealant to gaps—$10—or replace seals with a weatherstrip kit ($25). Use a putty knife to press seals tight; my Ranger’s cab stayed dry after. A screwdriver set removes old trim—$15. Lynchburg rain tests your work, so go slow.

Step 4: Test and Roll

Hose it down—my Dodge passed after sealin’. Check with a work light for missed spots. Total cost? $50-$80, way less than a $250 shop fix. Your truck’ll stay dry from Shelbyville to AEDC, rain or shine.

Got a leaky window fix from Middle TN? Share below—I’m listenin’. Next, I’ll tackle budget brake upgrades. Stay with Tennessee Truck Revival—where cabs stay dry!