Got a new Windshield today, Greater Cincinnati - Mels Auto Glass |
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Got a new Windshield today, Greater Cincinnati - Mels Auto Glass |
turk22 |
Jul 8 2013, 11:42 AM
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Treetop Flyer Group: Members Posts: 735 Joined: 27-July 12 From: Cincinnati OH Member No.: 14,725 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
So I got my new windshield installed today. Mel's Auto Glass in Cincinnati did the work, and I'm VERY happy with the job.
True story, my installer was Steve Boehner (Speaker of the House, John Boehner's brother). Great guy, used all the parts from the AA Windshield kit I purchased, including the butyl strip. We were both pleased with how the non original windshield came out, and the channel cleaned up. No rust at all! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) The glass went back in, we used the rubber setting blocks, replaced the trim clips with new, trim went back on perfectly... really a great job. $304 dollars + my AA install kit. I also purchased the Windshield to dash seal from Mikey914, and that went it without any issues as well. Pictures!: |
turk22 |
Jul 9 2013, 06:00 PM
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Treetop Flyer Group: Members Posts: 735 Joined: 27-July 12 From: Cincinnati OH Member No.: 14,725 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
yep, I agree, after watching it done, it really wasn't to bad. However the windshield removal really damaged the edges of my already cracked windshield. The previous install was a cobb job and was definitely not a normal standard install.
I guess there are other methods of removal that are not as destructive, but the installation is pretty straightforward, and I wouldn't hesitate to do it myself next time...guess that's always the case, after you see it done.... |
ConeDodger |
Jul 10 2013, 07:54 AM
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Apex killer! Group: Members Posts: 23,575 Joined: 31-December 04 From: Tahoe Area Member No.: 3,380 Region Association: Northern California |
yep, I agree, after watching it done, it really wasn't to bad. However the windshield removal really damaged the edges of my already cracked windshield. The previous install was a cobb job and was definitely not a normal standard install. I guess there are other methods of removal that are not as destructive, but the installation is pretty straightforward, and I wouldn't hesitate to do it myself next time...guess that's always the case, after you see it done.... If the old window is cracked, why worry about its removal? I remember replacing the window in my Bug back in high school. Boss told me to get inside while he stood outside. When he told me to put both feet on the windshield and push I thought (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif) The only thing you care about on the removal is that it doesn't damage anything you want to keep. Like nice paint and fingers. $300 is about half the cost of a Rennshifter. It would buy a couple of 16X7 Fuchs in need of restoration. I could go on but I think you get my point. We have rules against discussing what I think about sleazy politicians so I won't broach that... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) |
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