Window Scratches

[sketer]

When I roll the driver side window down than up again. a nice scratch appears on the out side of it from top to bottom about 5/8s of the way from the front of the window.
It is a hand crank type window on a 1997 standard cab Ford Ranger. Before I get started, does any one know what the problem might be ?
Thanks in advance.

 

[JoshT]

Most likely caused by dirt and debris (usually sand) getting imbedded in the window scraper (rain seal). Had that problem on my 84 windows scratched all to hell. I replaced the all the window seals (scrapers and track felts), and had good glass for it but never got around to replacing it before totaling the truck.

 

[sketer]

Turned out being a small stone under the the weather strip like you said.
Thanks

 

[JoshT]

Gald I could help.