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76-914
Any windshield suppliers other than Porsche in SoCal?
ndfrigi
QUOTE(76-914 @ Jun 16 2022, 07:41 PM) *

Any windshield suppliers other than Porsche in SoCal?


Kent, Rufino our 914 windshield guy here in SoCal. Text me if you want his number.
76-914
QUOTE(ndfrigi @ Jun 16 2022, 08:08 PM) *

QUOTE(76-914 @ Jun 16 2022, 07:41 PM) *

Any windshield suppliers other than Porsche in SoCal?


Kent, Rufino our 914 windshield guy here in SoCal. Text me if you want his number.

Noel, Does Rufino sell them outright? I can install the windshield.
ndfrigi
QUOTE(76-914 @ Jun 16 2022, 08:17 PM) *

QUOTE(ndfrigi @ Jun 16 2022, 08:08 PM) *

QUOTE(76-914 @ Jun 16 2022, 07:41 PM) *

Any windshield suppliers other than Porsche in SoCal?


Kent, Rufino our 914 windshield guy here in SoCal. Text me if you want his number.

Noel, Does Rufino sell them outright? I can install the windshield.


oh not sure if he can just sell the windshield. You can ask if you want.
sb914
I think @914werke has a good source. idea.gif
914werke
PM'ed smile.gif
swood
When i recently had my truck windshield replaced, the supplier said they had one reasonably priced but wouldn’t install it. I’d love to find someone to do both.
VaccaRabite
Generally speaking I've had good luck calling an auto-glass installer like Safelite. They are who I'm planning to use when its time to get a windshield for the bus. Plus, if it breaks on install, they replace and try again.

Zach
Thunderchief
I got mine from Sierra Madre Collection in Eagle Rock recently
friethmiller
Hey Rich ( @914werke ),

Can you PM me, as well? Looking for a good quality replacement for this old, worn out, original windshield on my 74. Thanks.

Fred
914werke
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jim_hoyland
Sierra Madre sell them
jim_hoyland
Sierra Madre sell them
(888) 986-4466
914werke
QUOTE(jim_hoyland @ Jun 17 2022, 03:46 PM) *
Sierra Madre sell them
If your after OE glass the dealer will typically be cheaper than SM dry.gif
76-914
QUOTE(sb914 @ Jun 16 2022, 09:47 PM) *

I think @914werke has a good source. idea.gif

We connected this morning; thx Eddy.
QUOTE(VaccaRabite @ Jun 17 2022, 06:16 AM) *

Generally speaking I've had good luck calling an auto-glass installer like Safelite. They are who I'm planning to use when its time to get a windshield for the bus. Plus, if it breaks on install, they replace and try again.

Zach
Zach, I used one of those big companies for the 1st install 13 years ago. Unfortunately I had the exact opposite result. After that experience I learned to install them myself. I believe the east coast has a more experienced talent pool than we have. Lots of people here will tell you anything to get your $$$.
QUOTE(Thunderchief @ Jun 17 2022, 09:59 AM) *

I got mine from Sierra Madre Collection in Eagle Rock recently
They're about $100 more than Rich. Thanks for the referral anyway. beerchug.gif
jim_hoyland
QUOTE(swood @ Jun 16 2022, 10:34 PM) *

When i recently had my truck windshield replaced, the supplier said they had one reasonably priced but wouldn’t install it. I’d love to find someone to do both.

@swood
Steve, Rufino is our local guy. He’ll come to you and does a great job..
714-292-5811
He done a lots of 914s
mgphoto
Sierra Madre Collection sale + Rufino install is the so cal way to go.


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rgalla9146
Windshields present a few things to consider.

Is OEM supplier important ? Some aftermarket windshields are too flat and some
may interfere with trim install.
Is method of install important ? original butyl or caulk gun ? original butyl is cleaner
and is less likely to interfere with trim install.
Is your trim reusable ?
Do you want tinted or clear ?
Ask before commiting to any part or installer.
I'm sure there are other things that can be a surprise.
Price may not be the biggest consideration.
dr914@autoatlanta.com
the problem is the shipping, very expensive and hard to deliver in one piece that is why you are best to have your dealer order and go and pick up
Montreal914
QUOTE(rgalla9146 @ Jun 18 2022, 07:12 AM) *

Windshields present a few things to consider.

Is OEM supplier important ? Some aftermarket windshields are too flat and some
may interfere with trim install.



That ^^^
I would like a rounded top one like the original. Not sure if the Dealer, SM, or Rufino can get this. confused24.gif
76-914
QUOTE(Montreal914 @ Jun 18 2022, 09:32 AM) *

QUOTE(rgalla9146 @ Jun 18 2022, 07:12 AM) *

Windshields present a few things to consider.

Is OEM supplier important ? Some aftermarket windshields are too flat and some
may interfere with trim install.



That ^^^
I would like a rounded top one like the original. Not sure if the Dealer, SM, or Rufino can get this. confused24.gif

I bought a couple of Seikrut windshields from ProSource and they shipped them when Richard Tankel was still with them. Must have been $200 worth of plywood/lumber. That was 2 years ago so I'm hoping they're still available. I've installed a couple of Chinese windshields too and they fit fine albeit a small flat area. I picked up the Chinese ones at a warehouse in Riverside IIRC. I did pay ProSource for those also then picked them up the next day. beerchug.gif
bkrantz
Yes, talk to Rich. He was able to sell one to me to pick up at a local auto glass distributor warehouse.
lbubba42614
QUOTE(76-914 @ Jun 16 2022, 07:41 PM) *

Any windshield suppliers other than Porsche in SoCal?


https://photos.google.com/photo/AF1QipOwRbO...WPQvVL4TUBoialE[/img]
Had my windshield done by them, they are located in Whitter.
Montreal914
QUOTE(lbubba42614 @ Jun 18 2022, 08:57 PM) *

QUOTE(76-914 @ Jun 16 2022, 07:41 PM) *

Any windshield suppliers other than Porsche in SoCal?


https://photos.google.com/photo/AF1QipOwRbO...WPQvVL4TUBoialE[/img]
Had my windshield done by them, they are located in Whitter.


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