a method and apparatus is disclosed for mounting a front window glass panel within an automobile vehicle frame . spacer elements are mounted to the vehicle frame and support the glass panel at a desired position both vertically and laterally . the spacer elements have a vertical support surface and a lateral support , both of which can be integrally adjusted so as to be brought into contact with the window glass panel . a generally h - shaped molding is disposed on the bottom of the front window glass panel and receives the lateral support portion of the spacer element . the width of the lateral support element is less than the width of the opening within this molding so as to provide a clearance between the two that will allow variations in the lateral positioning of the front window glass panel . the spacer element is a one - piece plastic molded item that allows rapid assembly of the front window glass to the vehicle frame .