200 vette windshield
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8th Gear
Joined: Oct 2007
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200 vette windshield
hi
has anyone replaced a windshield and watched it being done?
want to know how the molding on outside comes off without damaging
it.
does it have to be replaced whenever the windshield is replaced?
thanx
dave
has anyone replaced a windshield and watched it being done?
want to know how the molding on outside comes off without damaging
it.
does it have to be replaced whenever the windshield is replaced?
thanx
dave
Race Director
Joined: Feb 2004
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From: Del Boca Vista FL
The windshield on my 2000 convertible was replaced about a year and a half ago by Safelite. The tech who did the job looked at the molding/seal and told me that it looked good and that SOMETIMES they were able to remove and reinstall it successfully. He said other times it might LOOK good but come apart during the removal process. They keep the moldings in stock at the location I used. I was lucky in that he was able to remove and reuse the one on my car and saved me the $400 plus that the piece costs.
Racer
Joined: Aug 2007
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From: Montgomery Alabama
Mine was replaced they took the top off and there were screws that hold the molding trim on. Then they have to take a blade tool to cut threw the sealant. Then they clean the area apply the new sealant then reinstall the molding and screws top back on and done.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jan 2002
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From: Kyle TX (Because Mojo Made me fill it in)
If you mention the molding to the repair guy, and they are not jerks, they will be more careful to not destroy it. I got my glass replaced and they guy was able to remove the molding without damaging it.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Sep 2013
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From: Chicopee MA.
bgprisms,
If you find someone to replace your windshield, DO NOT SUPPLY the glass!
No one will be responsible for a customer supplied windshield!
He could go thru 2 or 3 windshields if he doesn't have to pay for them.
If you find someone to replace your windshield, DO NOT SUPPLY the glass!
No one will be responsible for a customer supplied windshield!
He could go thru 2 or 3 windshields if he doesn't have to pay for them.
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