When I first got my westy, the PO had put a tint strip across the top of the windshield. Because of the forward position of the seats (over the front wheels), I never realized prior to this how often you look through the top few inches of the windshield when you're going down hills, switchbacks, etc. It drove me absolutely nuts. After one trip, I was out there with a razor blade and windex. I would recommend getting the windshield without the strip and adding the tint later if you decide you need it--it's very inexpensive. bmc :) "Faith will move mountains, but you'd better bring a shovel...."
> From: Ed McLean <email99@BELLSOUTH.NET> > Reply-To: Ed McLean <email99@BELLSOUTH.NET> > Date: Sat, 20 Jul 2002 09:21:29 -0400 > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > Subject: Windshield and gasket preferences? > > I'm replacing my windshield next week and I understand windshields are > available both tinted and tinted with a darker tint band across the > top? Are there any significant disadvantages to the one with the tint > band? > > Any difference in LOF or PPG brands in quality, fit or color? > > What about gaskets? Is the West Coast Marine gasket equivalent in fit > and quality with the VW German gasket? > > Reply by pmail until Monday midnight, July 22. > |
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