s'ko Posted May 9, 2005 Share Posted May 9, 2005 how hard is it to replace a windshield. I have source a windshield for my OBS for $75.00. What do I need to do to replace it myself. Local store wants $175 to get it replaced. Is it worth the extra $100.00 to have then do it? BW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtsmiths Posted May 9, 2005 Share Posted May 9, 2005 Is it worth the extra $100.00 to have then do it? BW In short ... YES! And then if it leaks you can take it back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northguy Posted May 9, 2005 Share Posted May 9, 2005 $175 is cheap. I'd be leery about the quality of work at that price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweet82 Posted May 9, 2005 Share Posted May 9, 2005 I had my Forester done, it didn't take 20 minutes... However, I'd never try anything like that on my own. If you break it you loose your $75!!! There is also the old windshield removal to deal with... If you brake it...it could be messy? I'd opt for $100 worth of insurance and have it installed. Good Luck, Glenn, 82 SubaruHummer--Lexan windshield 01 Forester--replacement windshield Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydfloyd44 Posted May 9, 2005 Share Posted May 9, 2005 DO...NOT...DO....IT!!!!!! Leave it to a professional!! There is a LOT more involved than you may think, not to mention the SEVERE consequences if you do not install it properly. Your windshield does a lot more than keep the bugs out of your teeth on the freeway! It is a structural part of your vehicle! I very much agree with northguy! $175 sounds like it is a little low, but if they are slow, it is not uncommon for companies to drop their prices. Just make sure that they will warranty the replacement for as long as you own it and also make sure they are not a "here today, gone tomorrow" company! (warranty including rust, in case they do not prime properly!!!) I am not affiliated with PPG Auto Glass other than using their glass on a daily basis, but here is a link to some info on why you should leave it to a pro. http://www.ppgprostars.com/1_1_safety.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s'ko Posted May 9, 2005 Author Share Posted May 9, 2005 thanks for the info. I am learning that somethings are left to professionals. I am trying to re-do my exhaust on the BRAT and this is how I feel about. next time I will just drop the money and have a pro do it. BW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gnuman Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 thanks for the info. I am learning that somethings are left to professionals. I am trying to re-do my exhaust on the BRAT and this is how I feel about. next time I will just drop the money and have a pro do it. BW For some things, that is the best option. windscreen glass is one of the big ones there. a sunroof, exaust, and alignment are others that I can think of right away. . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Setright Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 Yep, let someone with a bit of experience and the right equipment do it. Of course, there is never any way of being sure that they do it right... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookie Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 and the new ones are a pain in the butt to get right. These days I just have somebody do it who does it every day. Since they are now a bonded structual part of the car they must be done correctly. That price is quite cheap. I seem to remember my last Mercedes being over $300. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtsmiths Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 Actually the price is about right for Montana, but then why bother here, it'll get broken on the way home from the auto glass shop. They don't ticket here, heck half the MHP cars have stone chips and cracked glass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gnuman Posted May 11, 2005 Share Posted May 11, 2005 Actually the price is about right for Montana, but then why bother here, it'll get broken on the way home from the auto glass shop. They don't ticket here, heck half the MHP cars have stone chips and cracked glass. Could that have something to do with most if not all of the major roads also being major trucking trunkways? <G> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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