Thanks everyone for the input. I would do it myself, but I figured I would probably break something when reinstalling and didn't want to risk it. I didn't ask about the sealer that you mention. I did hear that too and didn't know if that was an industry standard, or something I needed to make a point to tell them. -p
On Mon, May 9, 2011 at 3:43 PM, John Rodgers <inua@charter.net> wrote: > There is ALWAYS the risk of breakage - it's a matter of how big the risk. > A competent shop can probably get it done without breaking - but the RISK of > breaking is there - so be prepared financially to replace the lass if it > does. Most shops, even good ones, will play CYA on such repairs. > > IIRC, the Bentley says something about using a sealer along with the > installation. Be sure that gets done. Otherwise - RISK (that word again) of > leaking after done. Best to get it right the first time. > > John > > John Rodgers > Clayartist and Moldmaker > 88'GL VW Bus Driver > Chelsea, ALHttp://www.moldhaus.com > > > On 5/9/2011 2:12 PM, Peter Lapp wrote: > > Hi all, > > I recently bought a new rubber seal for my windshield and called a few > places to see how much installation would be. A few told me there's a good > chance it could break when removed. I don't have any cracks or chips, it's > in perfect condition. Is it really that likely that it would happen, or do > they all say that for liability reasons? > I got quotes anywhere from $60 to $125. I'll most likely go with the cheaper > option, seeing as I don't see any reason to spent twice the money if there's > not much to it. > Any input would be appreciated! > > Peter > > > > |
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