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I need to get the windshield replaced on my '84 240 ( windshield cracked and moulding is shot ) and I've read about the later style ('92 + ) that don't use the chrome junk and have the moulding built in.
The question is : do all of the aftermarket windshields for '92/'93 have the rubber moulding built in or is there something else that would need to be purchased?
I'm going to have a glass shop do it ( this is a first, me PAY someone...mabey somebody can talk me out of that) , but all of them that I have spoken to so far, have no idea about volvo windshields. The only thing they can find is a 'clip kit' which, correct me if wrong, is not needed on the newer style.
Also, does anyone happen to have any pictures of the differences on these things?
All info would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks-----Robert
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-------Robert, '90 240 wagon, '84 240 diesel , '80 245 diesel
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I done did it. Looks slick, works fine. Clips not necessary.
I've heard the range is $100-$250. Can't remember what I paid exactly. Seems like less than $200 but that was PPG glass, which didn't fit all that great so I bitched like a maniac, in a nice sorta way, and they tore it out and dropped in a LOF (Pilkington) no-chargus extruas...that was 4 years ago or so....one rock chip though...chip happens
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www.fidalgo.net/~brook4
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Whichever style of shield you go with, let your fingers do some walking in the Yellow Pages, and get some quotes. I got the w/shield replaced in our 81 by a mobile shop. Gave them my credit card No., left the car unlocked in the driveway, and when I got home from work that night - finished, and a good job. Cost here in SoCal? $145.
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Bob (81-244GL B21F, 83-244DL B23F, 94-940Sedan B230F)
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I had mine done to all that long ago, a few months, and am very happy. the original glass was very pitted, it leaked and had rusted my floorboards, you know the story. Here in Portland, OR every place I called ran between $190- and $225-. I caled 5 or 6 places and 2 of them asked me about which style I wanted and took the time to explain the differences to me. I went with the less expensive of the 2 places but bought the better (newer) style. The reason to have it installed is that when there's a teeny tiny little dribble in the glass, the shop fixes it for free. The sealant is very messy and they have tools that apply apply a very nice consistent bead to help with the seal. Obviously nobody's perfect but they work hard to be close to it. I am very happy I spent this money, I don't think I could have done as nice a job as these guys did and when there was an issue, they were right on top of it. Accpeting the fact that you can't do everythng to your car yourself is really a healthy thing. :) You'll love your new glass!
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Portland, OR 1987 240 dl wagon (not so rusty anymore) 'rustbucket'
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Yeah, 91-93. I dropped one in my '83 242Ti and it was all of a 5 minute installation and a 60 minutes clean up of black urethane adhesive. There are 4 little rubber bumpers that sit between the bottom of the glass and rubber, and the body metal. They position the glass up off the frame and might cushion it and you could make them if you had to. I really like the Volvo (Pilkington) windshields best and pull them at the pick and pull for a song but you have to go easy on the molding. You sure you want to pay to have this done?
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You had me tempted to dive in try it myself, but after checking around here in this area , the difference in price between a new carry out windshield, and the goo to put it in , and one installed, wasn't enough to make in worth doing.
And my track record on removing used windshields in one piece is less than impressive ( besides, the boneyard around here wants $125-150 for a used windshield, and you have to pay before attempting the removal. With my glass removing skills that would add up to about a $1200 used windshield).
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-------Robert, '90 240 wagon, '84 240 diesel , '80 245 diesel
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You make the right choice. It might pay to move to Florida where the hot sun of summer (March-November) softens the goo to the point you can ease them out. Then too, the pick and pull charges $25 per 'shield and only when you pull it and walk it up to the counter. There is no charge for practice attempts that end in failure.
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The 91-93 style comes with the molding built in. It is part of the windshield when you order it. You have to specify for 91-93 (just say 1993) and the glass shop will order that part from their supplier.
I don't know about the clip kit. I've had windshields replaced in 240s, but for the $120 or $125 (wholesale) it wasn't worth asking questions about their methods, as long as it didn't leak.
If they don't show a difference between the two, then they should be stocking or servicing only the later style of windshield. The design is better and quieter.
I have a pic of the molding on the later windshield. It sits virtually flush with the A-pillars when viewed from the side.
As far as paying for it goes, go for it. You should get out for less than $175. And if you really chip away at prices, you migth be able to find someone to do it for less than $150. Of course it depends on the area.
I've had good luck with aftermarket glass quality. Volvo glass is nice, but I have a major distortion in my 940's windshield, and it is a Volvo piece as well. Basically any glass can have distortion; it isn't relegated to the aftermarket stuff.
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chris herbst, near chicago
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Thanks Chris, I'll get the '93 .
Now all I need to do is find a place that will bring it in for a decent price.
Glass shops around here appear to have collective rate making down to a fine art.
They all seem to want about $300 installed.
Hey, I love the colour on that thing , was that blue a factory colour or did you have it painted.
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-------Robert, '90 240 wagon, '84 240 diesel , '80 245 diesel
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That color was Atlantic Blue--a factory color. It wasn't put on many 240s, though. The previous owner had custom ordered the car for overseas delivery. I have noticed on a lot of other 240s, that the color fades really badly. I really liked that color.
I believe the color was offered from 1990-1994, so there aren't many examples of it out there.
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chris herbst, near chicago
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I see what you mean about fading. I looked up that colour on a few paint sites and new it shows a bit darker.
Do you think it might have something to do with the type of paint used, or does it just suffer the curse of most light blues?
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-------Robert, '90 240 wagon, '84 240 diesel , '80 245 diesel
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posted by
someone claiming to be EENA
on
Wed Feb 19 08:08 CST 2003 [ RELATED]
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Hey Chris, is that Madison in the background?
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That's the area of Prospect Aven at the head of Brady Street in Milwaukee. As seen from Lake Michigan.
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chris herbst, near chicago
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AHA!...and thanks to the photo..we NOW know that Herbst is a cyclist...and if the truth be told, a x-country skier as well...remarkable how many Brick owners are socially conscious, isn't it?
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You're sort of close; I'm a downhiller. Althouhg I have x-c skied before.
The mountain bike part is all true, however.
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chris herbst, near chicago
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