Need a new windshield
Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 2004
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From: Everett WA
C4 of Year Finalist (appearance mods) 2019
One of the keys to installing a windshield in a C4 is knowing ....... how to remove the surrounding exterior trim without bending & wrecking it. That trim is unobtainum.
When mine was replaced the expert removed the old one from inside the car & put the new one in the same way. No touching the trim.
I think that replacing a windshield on a C4 ....... similar to upholstery ...... is a skill that take a while to master.
When mine was replaced the expert removed the old one from inside the car & put the new one in the same way. No touching the trim.
I think that replacing a windshield on a C4 ....... similar to upholstery ...... is a skill that take a while to master.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jun 2021
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From: NJ
I’ve replaced glass before but on my vette I think I’d trust a pro who knows these cars and just spend the money. I’m all about doing everything myself but I don’t know if that’s a job I’d do as a first experience. Although, if you’re confident and read up on all available resources, I’m sure it’s doable with good results. Rear glass on a pickup truck after a bad load shift, not problem. I just see the extreme angle of a C4 windshield and the trim being a challenge.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Mar 2006
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From: Land of the free, home of the brave...
ZR1 Registry
Go to the ZR1 Registry https://www.zr1netregistry.com and inquire about a replacement windshield. They worked with a glass manufacturer who makes the exact replacement for C4s.
The windshield for the ZR1 will fit other C4 Vettes
The windshield for the ZR1 will fit other C4 Vettes
Race Director
Joined: Jan 2000
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From: USA. Northern Virginia
Look up Pilkington Glass. A leading manufacture of auto glass. See what dealers are in your area.
They will have what you need, also they have a "Classics Line" of glass.
Some is old NOS LOF glass.
Good luck
They will have what you need, also they have a "Classics Line" of glass.
Some is old NOS LOF glass.
Good luck
Burning Brakes
Joined: Aug 2018
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From: PA
Due to the high cost of the repro non NCRS approved ZR1 replacement windshields many owners install standard C4 windshields . The repros which are easily identified as such sold for around $3000.00 . Not really a viable option for vast majority of C4 owners.
Instructor
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From: Minnesota
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Joined: Mar 2022
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From: Roswell Georgia
check out thread I started with this topic, Safelite sux. I just got mine replaced last week, but i had to get the weatherstripping (corvette central) and aluminum trim (Dino's Corvette salvage)
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Joined: Mar 2023
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From: Palm Beach County, FL
One of the keys to installing a windshield in a C4 is knowing ....... how to remove the surrounding exterior trim without bending & wrecking it. That trim is unobtainum.
When mine was replaced the expert removed the old one from inside the car & put the new one in the same way. No touching the trim..
When mine was replaced the expert removed the old one from inside the car & put the new one in the same way. No touching the trim..
Race Director
Joined: Dec 2002
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From: SCMR Rat Pack'r Charter Member..Great Bend KS
I've watch a pro replace the windshield in my C4....three times.
This is not something for a DIY'er.
You'll end up saving money having a professional do it.
Trust me.
This is not something for a DIY'er.
You'll end up saving money having a professional do it.
Trust me.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 2004
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From: Everett WA
C4 of Year Finalist (appearance mods) 2019