windshield issues!
02-23-2007, 10:41 PM
#1
Tar Heels!
Thread Starter
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: NC
Age: 54
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
windshield issues!
First , hello to all , just traded my RSX in for a '04 TL - noob to acurazine. The windshield on the car has some mild wiper scratches. I was planning on replacing until I found out the replacement cost: $700 + installed! Does anyone have any ideas about this? Are the windshields for the '05 or the '06 a totally different fit?It's one of highest priced windshields I've ever heard of. Thanks in advance.
02-23-2007, 11:15 PM
#2
One on the right for me
Yeah, the windshields are expensive. There are a few members who have found some non-oem glass. I wasn't able to find any in my area so I wound up paying about 600 (or something around there). I've seen others quote 300-400.
02-23-2007, 11:31 PM
#3
Tar Heels!
Thread Starter
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: NC
Age: 54
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I just found an oem parts dealer online selling them shipped for just under $450. thats a little better ! 
I'll just need to make sure I don't get hosed on the install.
I'll just need to make sure I don't get hosed on the install.
02-23-2007, 11:45 PM
#4
Registered but harmless
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Age: 59
Posts: 14,857
Received 1,149 Likes
on
775 Posts
Originally Posted by larsito
The windshield on the car has some mild wiper scratches. I was planning on replacing until I found out the replacement cost: $700 + installed! Does anyone have any ideas about this?
Yes, the TL's multi-layer acoustic glass is more expensive than conventional glass. You might want to see if the glass shop can polish out the scratches so you don't need to replace the windshield.
Otherwise, I think several threads here (on rock/debris damage to windshields) mentioned that the new windshield has to be bonded in with adhesive rather that just popped in with a gasket.
02-24-2007, 05:30 PM
#6
Tar Heels!
Thread Starter
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: NC
Age: 54
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by sandynmike
Your insurance doesn't cover glass?
I looked into polishing the scratches out, but apparently there's a chance of getting distorions in the glass.
Thanks for the feedback
02-24-2007, 05:48 PM
#7
One on the right for me
Some states won't allow any sanding if the chip/scratch is in the line of sight of the driver. Its a lame ass law but the places I tried to get to fix my chip wouldn't budge.
Trending Topics
02-25-2007, 09:55 AM
#8
Mike's Silver Bullet
Check with your agent on a possible rate increase.
Arizona (maybe it's a law?) doesn't raise your rates for glass, and the deductible is $0.
Good Luck.
Arizona (maybe it's a law?) doesn't raise your rates for glass, and the deductible is $0.
Good Luck.
02-25-2007, 12:26 PM
#9
Originally Posted by sandynmike
Check with your agent on a possible rate increase.
Arizona (maybe it's a law?) doesn't raise your rates for glass, and the deductible is $0.
Good Luck.
Arizona (maybe it's a law?) doesn't raise your rates for glass, and the deductible is $0.
Good Luck.
"If coverage for full safety glass coveage is indicated on the Policy Declarations, the deductible amount will not be subtracted from any comprehensive loss to: 1. glass used in the windshield, doors and windows, and 2. glass, plastic, or other material used in the lights of the auto."
Thank you sandynmike!!!
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
