Fitting that Rear Window.....

[Sofa King]

I had so much trouble with the locking strip, that I bought some black 10 gauge wire and used that instead. Looks great and was much easier for me. If I’d had the proper tool my experience might have been different.

[jbcollier]

https://jbcollier.smugmug.com/Lotus-Europa/i-Zf8RHhq/A

https://jbcollier.smugmug.com/Lotus-Europa/i-GzmfpQQ/A

[Clifton]

I used this tool on the rear glass and front.  Don't use anything steel.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/CRL-Tapered-Plastic-End-Stick-Tool-CRL216-Windows-Windshields-Sealants-8-LONG/293001833712?hash=item4438452cf0:g:kbEAAOSwhtlbSCMF

[EuropaTC]

I also used plastic (nylon ?) trim tools to fit both the glass and locking strip, one of which looked very similar to the one you've posted.

For some reason it took longer to get the glass in the gasket than the final locking strip but I have no doubt that if I'd had the tool that John's posted it would have made fitting the locking strip easier.  I just didn't have one and being very Scrooge-like didn't want to buy a tool for a job I hope never to have to do again !

Brian

[Certified Lotus]

I will be doing this soon. Thanks for all the advice!