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anyone replace a windwhield?[ALL/1998] posted by bn on
Monday, 21 April 1997, at 2:31 p.m.
I have a crack in my windshield that has been propogating horizontally. I am wondering if it is very hard to do. Does someone know what kind of work is involvoed. thanks
Re: anyone replace a windwhield?[ALL/1998] posted by Stoney on
Monday, 21 April 1997, at 3:17 p.m.
BN, Been There, Done That, Was Kicking Myself In The Ass The Entire Time. You need 2 people to handle removal and reseating of new glass, I rented a couple of big suction cups from glass outfit, that helped. The black sealant is really touchy, no fun if you screw up-it sticks to everything. My advice is to go to a pro, pay the bucks and get a leak warranty. Most places will install a windshield they did not supply and they have the wickedest tools to do the job!
Re: anyone replace a windwhield?[ALL/1998] posted by Chita on
Friday, 25 April 1997, at 4:29 a.m.
Don't do it! The risks are amazing. I've tried several times (once on my car, twice with friends' cars) and it's a MESS. The parts just aren't precise enough for it to be a pop-in job. It's a pain. One slip and it's over. Go find a gypsy auto glass man if you must save money. Or buy used. Pay for the install so they take the risk, not you.