Windshield replacement
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Windshield replacement
I have a 1987 911 with 76,000 mi on it. The windshield has several decent-sized rock chips in it along with a bunch of superficial scratches and stone chips (smaller than the rock chips) that really do impede my vision especially at night. I'd like to replace the windshield for better visibility. Has anybody had this done? Is it a bad idea? What does it usually run? Is this something insurance will cover?
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I think your insurance will cover it if you have comprehensive coverage, but you will have to pay any deductibles. Mine was really bad at night will a lot of glare due to sand pitting and chips. I suggest you call your insurance company and talk to them about it. Some Insurance companies have glass companies they work with on issues such as yours. If they say you can take it anywhere you want to have it fixed, ask some of your fellow Porsche puchers where they have had them replaced. You don't want an inexperieced person installing the windshield. If like mine, there is an antenna wire in the glass which has leads that need to be handled carefully. I don't know current replacements costs for it, but call several glass places and see what they are going for. Be sure to tell them about the radio antenna being in the glass (if yours has that option). That type will cost more.
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Just going through this now. A rocked flipped up and caught my windshield a few weeks ago leaving a small crater. I have full coverage on glass through my insurance so cost is covered minus a $100. deductible.
I called my local porsche dealer to see who they recommended to do the job and got a name of a reputable company used to working on exotics. They have to order in the windshield, it takes a couple days. Once they get it and do the install they will also be replacing the rubber. Very important to have new rubber installed with the new windshield. Total cost $900
I called my local porsche dealer to see who they recommended to do the job and got a name of a reputable company used to working on exotics. They have to order in the windshield, it takes a couple days. Once they get it and do the install they will also be replacing the rubber. Very important to have new rubber installed with the new windshield. Total cost $900
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I am replacing the windshiled in my 79 SC now. The original windshield in the car was clear and is listed at $450. I have opted for a tinted one for $250. The tint is barely perceptible. If you decide to replcethe windhield, I would replace the rubber seal as well. It is cheap and will assure a better fit.
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I work for a major insurance company....the windshield may or may not be covered under your comprehensive coverage less your diductible....the damage must be in the filed of vision....defined as the area covered by your windshield wipers.....light sand pits are NOT covered....it must be a crack, a large chip, bullseye etc to be covered.....also be cautious of the glass company you use.....all glass is NOT created equal....there are aftermarket glass companies that sell quality replacement glass....others sell junk....I suggest you stay away from safelite auto glass in general....they tend to sell inferior glass....but they are cheap.....and just because the glass company gharges a higher price does not mean they sell better glass....I suggest you check with your local Porsche Repair Facility (body shop)....they tend to have a good working relationship with local glass vendors and will steer you in the right direction....your insurance company may also have a company that supplies their glass.....I know mine does....insurance companies buy a lot of windshields in a years time and we can get some pretty good discounts....ask if your company offers such a replacement service...
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In Florida, all insurance companies are required to replace damaged windshield glass (cracks, pits, etc) without deductable. There are tons of war stories on Pelican of people who are not familiar with Pcar glass. Call the insurance company and see what they say. I replaced the dash on my 84 and redid the seals at this time. It is an easy job if you have a extra set of hands and a strong piece of string.
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I had a screen replaced in the UK, by a supposedly nationally recognized outfit, who were all
'yeah no problem, do em' everyday mate'
and then went' on to make a complete ***** (bad thing) of the job,
from start to what they laughingly referred to as 'finish'
I can only suggest, using a company, that have really, tackled this work before,
possibly come recommended. good luck
'yeah no problem, do em' everyday mate'
and then went' on to make a complete ***** (bad thing) of the job,
from start to what they laughingly referred to as 'finish'
I can only suggest, using a company, that have really, tackled this work before,
possibly come recommended. good luck
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Cowhorn:
I am not qualified to comment on the insurance aspect of your question, but I'd offer that one should use a factory windshield and window seal sourced from the Dealer.
We've tried all manners of non-factory glass and cheaper seals over the past 30+ years and they all leaked at one point or another.
We'll never use anything but a Porsche windshield and seal anymore and the Dealer is the only source.
I am not qualified to comment on the insurance aspect of your question, but I'd offer that one should use a factory windshield and window seal sourced from the Dealer.
We've tried all manners of non-factory glass and cheaper seals over the past 30+ years and they all leaked at one point or another.
We'll never use anything but a Porsche windshield and seal anymore and the Dealer is the only source.
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FWIW, I've had my winshield replaced twice in 5 years. The first time, I used a local autoglass place that was recommended by my mechanic. The glass was $500 and it took them 5 tries to get it to stop leaking. The glass cracked within 2 track events.
The second time, I had the dealer do it with a Porsche windshield and it's never leaked. The dealer installed windshield is a 964 windshield with 964 trim as I thought it was a nicer trim than what was originally on my car.
The second time, I had the dealer do it with a Porsche windshield and it's never leaked. The dealer installed windshield is a 964 windshield with 964 trim as I thought it was a nicer trim than what was originally on my car.
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I also worked for a major insurer for 33 years. I had the misfortune of having to replace three windshields in a 12 month period on my ex-RSA and 3.2 Carrera as a result of "projectile rocks" on Interstate 75. One other suggestion is to contact a premium body shop in your area that specializes in p-cars, and find out who they use for their glass work. And most important, make sure an OEM, not aftermarket weatherstrip is utilized. I found this out the hard way, as the aftermarket ones do not fit like a factory one does, and will shrink.
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