[Z06] Z06 Windsheild Replacment
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Z06 Windsheild Replacment
Just checking to see who has had their windshields replaced on their Z06? Mine is getting replaced sometime this week. They are going to replace the top, bottom, and two side moldings as well. I've just heard some horror stories about the glass company not being able to get the two side moldings to seal properly and people having water leak issues. Has anyone ran into this problem?
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Make sure you are getting the OEM windshield for the Z06 = thinner / lighter than the standard coupe / vert. windshield. A lot of people get taken and sold the wrong / thicker windshield = HEAVIER than stock Z06.
Also, if you have HUD make sure your replacement windshield has the reflective coating.
Also, if you have HUD make sure your replacement windshield has the reflective coating.
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Make sure you are getting the OEM windshield for the Z06 = thinner / lighter than the standard coupe / vert. windshield. A lot of people get taken and sold the wrong / thicker windshield = HEAVIER than stock Z06.
Also, if you have HUD make sure your replacement windshield has the reflective coating.
Also, if you have HUD make sure your replacement windshield has the reflective coating.
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I remember reading something like that the OEM manufacture only produces the thinner model these days. If insurance is covering the bill, you might as well insist they get the right one. Should say "4.6mm" (or something like that) on the window label.
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Ya I've actually read that they may only produce the thinner ones now. I checked the glass that is currently on my car and this is what it shows. Maybe its already been replaced at some point.
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Had mine replaced 2 yrs ago.It's a Pilkington.No leak/fit problems.
Only thing bad about the thinner glass,they seem to chip easier than other windshields...but thats just my opinion.
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Only thing bad about the thinner glass,they seem to chip easier than other windshields...but thats just my opinion.
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That is the one I have on my car.
I’m almost positive that my windshield was replaced by the previous owner though he didn’t mention it to me. Looking at the different stamp can I assume that my windshield is the non Z06 model?
I’m almost positive that my windshield was replaced by the previous owner though he didn’t mention it to me. Looking at the different stamp can I assume that my windshield is the non Z06 model?
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I actually got that invoice before I told them my insurance company was paying for it. I'm not sure if you are aware but the glass for the HUD is much more expensive than the non HUD cars.