Re: Windshield Repair

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In a message dated 99-04-26 08:06:15 EDT, you write:

<< Date: 25 Apr 1999 09:42:23 -0500
 From: Stephen West <stwest@domain.elided>
 Subject: <all> Crack in Windshield repair/replace
 
      Greetings -
      
      I have a 4 - 5 inch crack in the lower left hand side of my windshield 
      (highway "shrapnel").
      
      The yellow pages is full of ads for windshield repair and replace.  
      
      Does anyone have any suggestions or experiences with a national chain 
      (or if you live in the Milwaukee area) a local service provider?
      
      Thank you.
  >>
 
Steven:

Windshield replacement/repair can be a big headache.  Personally, I prefer to 
repair windshields as the quality and fit of replacements varies.  A good 
repair job will make the crack all but invisable.  Some places will tell you 
that repairing such a crack is impossible however, that is simply untrue.  I 
had a windshield repaired on my old Saab about two years ago and have never 
had a problem.  My best luck has been with the Novus Franchise.  Their should 
be a Franchise in your area.  If not, I can supply my source in the Chicago 
area.  A couple of things to keep in mind.

1.  If you decide to replace.  Remember, in today's cars windshields are and 
important part of your cars' STRUCTURE (they are glued-in).  A low quality 
replacement can compromise structural integrity and possibly be disloged in 
an accident (not a pretty picture).  Low quality installs with glass that is 
not a perfect fit will probably leak (yuck!).

2.  If you decide to repair.  Get it done now!  The longer you wait; the 
larger the crack.  Also, small amounts of dirt will find its way into the 
crack and make the repair more obvious.  Also, a good auto glass repair 
person will know how to bill your insurance company for the repair so you 
don't have to worry about paying for the service.

Good Luck!

David Alexander
Riverside, IL

'64 Ferrari 330gt (for sale to fund track car)
'76  Alfa Romeo Alfetta Gt (track car tobe)
'87 Saab SPG (wife's daily driver/beater)
'87 535i (my daily driver--great car!)
'86 Ducati 650 (cagivia) (fun streetbike)

2. If you decide to re

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