the obvious way to get the old windshield out when you know you are replacing the seal is cut the old seal with a sharp razor knife. then it comes out very easily without much chance of damage at all. Like no windshield skills needed to do that at all. reminds me of the little girl who suggested to let the air out of the tires of the stuck-under-the-bridge-truck, when the cops and tow truck people didn't think of that obvious solution.
----- Original Message ----- From: "Peter Lapp" <carrothospital@GOOGLEMAIL.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Monday, May 09, 2011 12:12 PM Subject: Likelihood of Windshield breaking on removal?
> 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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