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> Windshield Installer in San Diego Area, North County, Tried it myself and cracked the windshield
Highland
post Jul 27 2023, 01:19 PM
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Does anybody have any recommendations?

Several of the clips popped out while installing the trim. While attempting to remove the glass the windshield cracked. In fact it splintered which makes me wonder how safe this glass is to drive with.

Although the glass is centered, I don't think I'm getting it seated correctly. Using 5/16" butyl tape.

This is my second windshield install. The first one cracked after about 3 years (no impact, just cracked). Obviously I'm doing it wrong despite watching repeated videos. Is there a shop in the San Diego area that does 914 glass installs?

Thanks.
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Highland
post Aug 4 2023, 05:08 PM
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Okay, now that I've calmed down a bit I purchased another windshield (thanks to 914Werke for the quick turnaround).

I'm having trouble getting the left side of the windshield to sit below the frame line. It was touching the VIN tag, but I've pushed the tag back to eliminate the interference.

It seems to sit flush with the frame when the bottom seal is removed. I've also noted some interference on top with the interior (the top of the windshield sits below the frame line.

Any tips on getting the windshield positioned correctly? Do I need the remove the interior "padding" to install the windshield?
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