Nissan 370Z Forum  

Windshield glass replacement

Originally Posted by darli328 It started as a rock chip, now it's a crack about 8 inches long that goes all the way to the edge. Here's the part number

Go Back   Nissan 370Z Forum > Nissan 370Z Tech Area > Exterior & Interior


Like Tree7Likes

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 11-12-2013, 11:08 AM   #16 (permalink)
Track Member
 
ElVee's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Iowa
Posts: 750
Drives: 13 370z 7at t+s grey
Rep Power: 16
ElVee has a reputation beyond reputeElVee has a reputation beyond reputeElVee has a reputation beyond reputeElVee has a reputation beyond reputeElVee has a reputation beyond reputeElVee has a reputation beyond reputeElVee has a reputation beyond reputeElVee has a reputation beyond reputeElVee has a reputation beyond reputeElVee has a reputation beyond reputeElVee has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by darli328 View Post
It started as a rock chip, now it's a crack about 8 inches long that goes all the way to the edge.

Here's the part number Nissan gave me based off my vin
G2700-1ea1a
I'm assuming that's the oem one I need.
You already know this, but yup, that's cause to get it replaced.
ElVee is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-12-2013, 01:31 PM   #17 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
DIGItonium's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Kansas
Posts: 3,800
Drives: 09 Z34-TT 6MT
Rep Power: 42
DIGItonium has a reputation beyond reputeDIGItonium has a reputation beyond reputeDIGItonium has a reputation beyond reputeDIGItonium has a reputation beyond reputeDIGItonium has a reputation beyond reputeDIGItonium has a reputation beyond reputeDIGItonium has a reputation beyond reputeDIGItonium has a reputation beyond reputeDIGItonium has a reputation beyond reputeDIGItonium has a reputation beyond reputeDIGItonium has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Non-OEM replaced after hail damage got chipped the first week of getting the car back.
__________________
http://www.the370z.com/image.php?type=sigpic&userid=950&dateline=13162988  42
DIGItonium is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-12-2013, 04:14 PM   #18 (permalink)
Enthusiast Member
 
Bking's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Vancouver
Posts: 298
Drives: 40th Z
Rep Power: 14
Bking is on a distinguished road
Default

OEM Nissan glass aren't made by Nissan anyway. They just put a Nissan logo on it. I replaced mine with an aftermarket glass. I see absolutely no difference between the two. In fact, my wipers work better on my aftermarket glass, strange.
Bking is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-12-2013, 09:20 PM   #19 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
RonRizz's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Pine grove, Pa
Posts: 2,136
Drives: 2 feet, 3 pedals
Rep Power: 6775
RonRizz has a reputation beyond reputeRonRizz has a reputation beyond reputeRonRizz has a reputation beyond reputeRonRizz has a reputation beyond reputeRonRizz has a reputation beyond reputeRonRizz has a reputation beyond reputeRonRizz has a reputation beyond reputeRonRizz has a reputation beyond reputeRonRizz has a reputation beyond reputeRonRizz has a reputation beyond reputeRonRizz has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by speedfreek View Post

Aftermarket glass - cheap glass that doesn't go through the same tests or follow the same regulatons. You can see waviness in the glass due to its quality. Also it is more likely to pit and crater at a faster rate.
Whaaa...... I've had aftermarket glass installed in more than one car and didn't notice any "waviness" in any of those.. This may be a particular manufacturers issue, but certainly not all of them. I think the more likely to pit issue is also subjective......If your glass is getting "cratered" you need to take a different route to where your going on a regular basis.
I should have worded things differently.

My original query should have been stated this way.. "are there factors that are common with ALL aftermarket glass that would cause me to avoid putting it in any of my vehicles"
__________________
P99rs Head Unit--- Amps- 2 Pioneer Prs800d --- Zapco ST1000MX---Zapco ST-4XSQ---- SI BM mk5 Subs---SI TM65v2 Midbass--- SI M3 mids--- SI M25 xbl2 tweeters ----- 2016 MECA street class 3rd place at world finals
RonRizz is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-13-2013, 10:09 AM   #20 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
speedfreek's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Huntsville,AL
Posts: 1,724
Drives: '12 370Z PW 6sp
Rep Power: 18
speedfreek has a brilliant futurespeedfreek has a brilliant futurespeedfreek has a brilliant futurespeedfreek has a brilliant futurespeedfreek has a brilliant futurespeedfreek has a brilliant futurespeedfreek has a brilliant futurespeedfreek has a brilliant futurespeedfreek has a brilliant futurespeedfreek has a brilliant futurespeedfreek has a brilliant future
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by RonRizz View Post
My original query should have been stated this way.. "are there factors that are common with ALL aftermarket glass that would cause me to avoid putting it in any of my vehicles"
I was just giving the general definitions of each. Certianly the quality of one company to another will likely differ. For assurance it is best to stick with OE or OEE. True aftermarket glass that is not rated as OEE is a very gray area.
__________________
Tomei|Berk|Takeda|ZSpeed|Fortune Auto|Swift|Eibach|SPL|Carbotech|Motul|Powertrix|Stillen|Aerojacket|Z1|Forgestar|Enkei|Project Kics|Nismo Ti|Llumar
speedfreek's journal
speedfreek is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-13-2013, 11:07 AM   #21 (permalink)
Track Member
 
kidkotic2001's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: El Paso, TX
Posts: 541
Drives: Like Crazy
Rep Power: 15
kidkotic2001 is just really nicekidkotic2001 is just really nicekidkotic2001 is just really nicekidkotic2001 is just really nice
Default

In my previous Z I had Safelight do my windshield and they broke one of the a pillars I was pretty mad. But they covered it and had it installed in no time.
__________________
ThAt WaS a CrAzY nIgHt
kidkotic2001 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-14-2013, 02:48 AM   #22 (permalink)
Track Member
 
jaedub's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 906
Drives: 2010 Black 370Z MT
Rep Power: 305
jaedub has a reputation beyond reputejaedub has a reputation beyond reputejaedub has a reputation beyond reputejaedub has a reputation beyond reputejaedub has a reputation beyond reputejaedub has a reputation beyond reputejaedub has a reputation beyond reputejaedub has a reputation beyond reputejaedub has a reputation beyond reputejaedub has a reputation beyond reputejaedub has a reputation beyond repute
Default

I replaced my factory windshield to a no name aftermarket brand couple years back for only $230 in my driveway. There is not a single difference as far as I can tell. The quality of the aftermarket windshield seems identical and it's 100% flawless.

I honestly think there is no difference between OEM and aftermarket when it comes to glass.
jaedub is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-14-2013, 10:46 AM   #23 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
Ghostvette's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Shawnee KS
Posts: 5,698
Drives: 15 Magma Red 6MT
Rep Power: 2684377
Ghostvette has a reputation beyond reputeGhostvette has a reputation beyond reputeGhostvette has a reputation beyond reputeGhostvette has a reputation beyond reputeGhostvette has a reputation beyond reputeGhostvette has a reputation beyond reputeGhostvette has a reputation beyond reputeGhostvette has a reputation beyond reputeGhostvette has a reputation beyond reputeGhostvette has a reputation beyond reputeGhostvette has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Safelite has put windshields and other replacement glass in almost all the vehicles I've owned, from ancient Hondas (broken driver's side fixed glass) to sand blasted windshields on Camaros. Never had an issue, never saw a difference in quality. Just my
__________________
2015 Magma Red 6MT Sport Tech/2012 Fairlady MB 6MT Base (RIP 08032018)https://www.nicoclub.com/FSM/370Z/Coupe/
Ghostvette is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-20-2013, 10:50 PM   #24 (permalink)
Base Member
 
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Seattle
Posts: 198
Drives: 370Z
Rep Power: 13
darli328 is on a distinguished road
Default

I was supposed to pick up my car today but needless to say that didn't go well. Long story short when I picked it up there was glue/adhesive coming out the seams (drivers and passengers side), the gaskets/trim pieces didn't line up like they used to, and they chipped the paint on the lower A-Pillars (both sides near the bottom close to the hood). Obviously I'm pretty upset about the whole thing and they are going to call me tomorrow about it. My question is when it eventually gets fixed what should I look for? I have a feeling it's going to be a crappy fix job either way now. Not really sure what I should do. I'm also not sure what they are going to say about the chipped paint. I'm assuming getting them repainted is the best option. Open to any suggestions, thanks
darli328 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-20-2013, 10:52 PM   #25 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
Chuck33079's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Houston
Posts: 12,265
Drives: 2011 370ztt
Rep Power: 29539
Chuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond repute
Default

The A Pillars pop off and can be replaced.
__________________
2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent
Chuck33079 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-20-2013, 11:09 PM   #26 (permalink)
Base Member
 
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Seattle
Posts: 198
Drives: 370Z
Rep Power: 13
darli328 is on a distinguished road
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Chuck33079 View Post
The A Pillars pop off and can be replaced.
I'm assuming those need to get painted at a body shop?
darli328 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-20-2013, 11:15 PM   #27 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
Chuck33079's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Houston
Posts: 12,265
Drives: 2011 370ztt
Rep Power: 29539
Chuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond reputeChuck33079 has a reputation beyond repute
Default

I'd assume they come painted. When my windshield was replaced they took them off so they wouldn't get scratched.
__________________
2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent
Chuck33079 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-21-2013, 01:27 AM   #28 (permalink)
Base Member
 
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Seattle
Posts: 198
Drives: 370Z
Rep Power: 13
darli328 is on a distinguished road
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Chuck33079 View Post
I'd assume they come painted. When my windshield was replaced they took them off so they wouldn't get scratched.
Thanks for the info, I'll call the dealer and look into this
darli328 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-22-2013, 03:44 PM   #29 (permalink)
Base Member
 
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Seattle
Posts: 198
Drives: 370Z
Rep Power: 13
darli328 is on a distinguished road
Default

Can anyone confirm these come painted?
darli328 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-22-2013, 03:47 PM   #30 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: N/A
Posts: 76,801
Drives: N/A
Rep Power: 141521
kenchan has a reputation beyond reputekenchan has a reputation beyond reputekenchan has a reputation beyond reputekenchan has a reputation beyond reputekenchan has a reputation beyond reputekenchan has a reputation beyond reputekenchan has a reputation beyond reputekenchan has a reputation beyond reputekenchan has a reputation beyond reputekenchan has a reputation beyond reputekenchan has a reputation beyond repute
Default

a pillars are pre-painted. check courtesyparts/nissanpartszone
Chuck33079 likes this.
kenchan is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Bookmarks


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Windshield replacement KingJoseph Nismo 370Z 2 07-10-2013 11:25 AM
Pls recommend a Windshield Replacement shop in Philly/S. NJ area k.alexander Nissan 370Z General Discussions 1 04-01-2013 05:27 PM
my window glass mod Mike Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 19 01-07-2013 01:50 AM
Windshield Wipers Do Not Clean Entire Windshield daisi145 Exterior & Interior 19 04-23-2012 08:37 AM
Houston Windshield Replacement Suggestions zero610 Texas 1 06-30-2010 09:07 AM


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:17 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.6.0 PL2