Had mine replaced earlier this year. I actually helped the guy place the new glass. Looks good as new.
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08-13-2010, 06:34 PM | #31 (permalink) |
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Had mine replaced earlier this year. I actually helped the guy place the new glass. Looks good as new.
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08-14-2010, 08:56 PM | #33 (permalink) |
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Repair...unless its a line crack...I had glass replaced before on an older car...and yup a week later a freakin' rock....small chip but heck it was a new windshield...
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06-22-2011, 09:10 AM | #35 (permalink) |
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Hey guys, what or where is the best place to get front windshiled replace? Dealer? window shop? and is there anything we can add or type/brand of windshield one can get to prevent rock chips/cracks in the future? thanks.
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I'm not sure what you mean by window shop, like for houses? A dealership service dept. usually doesn't install windshields in-house. Most reputable auto glass repair place will have OEM windshields available, so be sure that is the case. Replacing a windshield can be a big headache if done incorrectly, so be sure if its really necessary. They can "fix" small cracks. Still visible, but it will buy you some time. There's really no sure fire way of preventing chips & cracks. You can minimize by not following close to the car in front of you on the highway, but its no guarantee. I cringe every time I hear that familiar "tink!"
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Hey look at the bright side.... at least the rock wasnt the size of the Death Star like the one that hit mine a month ago... lol
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08-26-2011, 12:57 PM | #41 (permalink) |
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On our 370Z cruise last weekend I got nailed by a rock travelling as fast as a 9mm round... (the handgun type for all of you Artillery Folks). Check out the pics under my profile and there is a picture of the windshield with the large crack in it Nissan 370Z Forum - PaulZ370's Album: 370Z Cruise Aug 20th to St Francisville. I have safelite coming to my house tomorrow to replace it, so I'll post back with the results (inc. Pics). But here is one thing everyone seems to be interested in: Price... Total including tax is $332.00.
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08-26-2011, 02:25 PM | #42 (permalink) |
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I had a chip that looked just like that in my Z for 3 years and it never got any bigger. I think its because I was soooo cautious when driving over any bumps due to rims and tire profile.
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Man I swear I think its just how low we sit on the roads compared to all other vehicles.just change mine after two chips and now I'm scared to jump on that same freeway.if I do I keep away from them big trucks or rigs
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Ok, pics uploaded - here is the link: http://www.the370z.com/members/paulz...placement.html Here's a link for some good info on Windshields: http://www.carwindshields.info/
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