Windshield: Repair or Replace?

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Aug 22, 2016 | 04:06 PM

Maxie2U

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Windshield: Repair or Replace?

A rock hit the windshield it not only chipped but by the time I got home the crack expanded. My question is, do you think it can be repaired or do I need to get the windshield replaced?

Normally I would have it replaced but since these windshields are so soft I expect I will get more chips over the next year or so at which time I will have it replaced.

Aug 22, 2016 | 04:10 PM

joyriderch

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you need that replaced - no question about that. fixing would be a safety issue.

Aug 22, 2016 | 04:17 PM

mikez06

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totally. There's not even a question on that one.

Aug 22, 2016 | 05:38 PM

robert miller

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No one can are will repair that crack. It cant be done replacement is your only out on that one..

Robert

Aug 22, 2016 | 05:41 PM

JoesC5

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If it were only a bulls eye, I would say to fix it. but since it's now a full blown crack, replace it.

Aug 22, 2016 | 05:42 PM

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Replace. No question about it!

Aug 22, 2016 | 05:43 PM

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Here in Delaware, 5 inches and it's an automatic failure. That needs to be replaced.

Aug 22, 2016 | 06:12 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Maxie2U

these windshields are so soft

... What?

edit: Did some reasearch, like the mohs scale for minerals, compared to harder silicate glass, "soft" glass will scratch and haze easier but won't break or chip as easily.

Last edited by joemosfet; Aug 22, 2016 at 06:32 PM.