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L99CAMA2011 · 05-14-2015, 01:36 PM

How many here had their windshield replaced with aftermarket glass. Any issues. I have a crack in my windshield and the insurance is offering me Safelite replacement.

KaBoom1701 · 05-14-2015, 01:39 PM

Demand OEM replacement!

If you have a HUD they have to give you OEM.

Evergreen6 · 05-14-2015, 02:14 PM

Safelite is Satan's taint.

Seriously. The guy who came out to fix the windshield in my Camaro was a slob and set his tools all over my hood without putting anything down, including his personal cell phone, which I almost chucked across the parking garage when I saw it. The car was brand new. Black paint.

I try not to be judgemental on one bad encounter, but then they came to replace a windshield in our Jeep, and 4 visits later, it still leaks air. I think I'm going to just pay another company to do re-do it.

shibbs · 05-14-2015, 02:17 PM

Don't use Safelite!!! Insurance companies love them because they're cheap. They're cheap for a reason!

You have the right to choose your own glass company. Call a local high-end car dealership (Lexus, BMW, Mercedes... something of the like) and ask who they use and recommend for auto glass replacement.

OE glass is almost always a necessity for HUD equipped cars. If you didn't have HUD, I'd recommend that Pilkington glass is who Chevrolet usually uses for their glass.

cornerspeed92 · 05-14-2015, 02:32 PM

I have had two broken windshields in the year and a half that i have had my 1LE. I couldn't imagine not putting OEM in such nice a car.

Hilflos · 05-14-2015, 02:43 PM

Had my windshield replaced the second week I owned the car. Originally the insurance folks wanted me to schedule with Safelite, but as I had some pretty sever time constraints, I wound up going with someone who only used OEM replacement glass, as they were the only place that had an oppen installation window in the time frame that was relevant.

My insurance was pretty accommodating about that.

Essentially, it's a negotiation. They start with what they'd like, you respond with what you'd like, and usually you'll meet somewhere in the middle.

ravensjeff · 05-14-2015, 02:52 PM

Safelite replaced mine; no issues.

Mels RS · 05-14-2015, 02:53 PM

I've read many comments on SafeLite. Some good, some bad.
Personally they've replaced 3 windshields for me.
Every one had to be redone.

BTW, insurance cannot dictate who does your repairs. That's YOUR decision!

Evergreen6 · 05-14-2015, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hilflos

Had my windshield replaced the second week I owned the car. Originally the insurance folks wanted me to schedule with Safelite, but as I had some pretty sever time constraints, I wound up going with someone who only used OEM replacement glass, as they were the only place that had an oppen installation window in the time frame that was relevant.

My insurance was pretty accommodating about that.

Essentially, it's a negotiation. They start with what they'd like, you respond with what you'd like, and usually you'll meet somewhere in the middle.

It's not always a negotiation - It's going to depend on how the insurance policy reads. Some policies stipulate that aftermarket glass must be used if it is available.

I don't think all aftermarket glass is bad. But I'd fight to have OE glass put in it, if there's a chance.

As in my case, it's the quality of install that mattered. Definitely got the soup sandwich treatment from Safelite.

AGM 1LE · 05-14-2015, 03:16 PM

I have safelite coming to my house tomorrow to repair a small crack from a rock from construction site, I hope they dont f--- it up.

Dale_K · 05-14-2015, 03:34 PM

Does anyone know whether the Camaro OEM windshield is "acoustic" glass? My previous GM car, a Cruze, made a big deal about the acoustic windshield and that any replacement should also be acoustic. I think there is a layer of sound deadening in the acoustic type.

DefianceDan · 05-14-2015, 04:07 PM

Just had my windshield replaced not 3 hours ago. (Hint...when changing the wiper blades, do NOT let the metal arm slam down from the fully extended position). It wasn't done by the 'S' people and everything seemed to go great. Glass says Pilkington made in Canada instead of GM, but looks identical and probably the same manufacture of GM labeled products.

JCunningham · 05-15-2015, 02:13 AM

My uncle owns a body shop says stay away from safelite. demand oem. Iv never had a problem getting oem parts.

Nzcamaro · 05-15-2015, 04:59 AM

I bought an oem. Cheap as, under $200 usd.

05-14-2015, 01:36 PM	#1
L99CAMA2011 Drives: One of the baddest handling Gen 5s Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Masachusetts Posts: 4,177	windshield replacement with aftermarket glass How many here had their windshield replaced with aftermarket glass. Any issues. I have a crack in my windshield and the insurance is offering me Safelite replacement.

05-14-2015, 01:39 PM	#2
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,630	Demand OEM replacement! If you have a HUD they have to give you OEM. __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.

05-14-2015, 02:32 PM	#5
cornerspeed92 Drives: 2013 1SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Colorado Posts: 4,188 View My Garage	I have had two broken windshields in the year and a half that i have had my 1LE. I couldn't imagine not putting OEM in such nice a car. __________________

05-14-2015, 02:52 PM	#7
ravensjeff 100% Chevy & Harley Man Drives: 2010 2SS: Blown LSX 376-B15 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Eldersburg,MD Posts: 2,211 View My Garage	Safelite replaced mine; no issues. __________________ LSX 376-B15, TVS2300 SC, Harland Sharp Rockers w/ Trunion Bearings, ATI Balancer/keyed, AR LT Headers/Borla Catback Exhaust, DSS 1400 HP Axles, DSS aluminum driveshaft, 3.70, Hotchkis Springs/Sway bars, Forgeline SO3P Aluminum Wheels (20x9.5 F/20x11 R)w/ Hidden Titanium Hardware, Nitto NT05 Tires (27540ZR20 F/31535ZR20 R), Billet LPE brake/gas pedals, Escort 9500ci Radar Detector Laser Jammer, Roto Fab CAI with Ice Silver box, Carbon fiber tube/MAF Housing Assy, LPE Aluminum coil covers, SS9 Sleeper Fiber Glass Hood (ACS), Carbotech 1521 ceramic brake pads, Elite catch can.

05-14-2015, 02:53 PM	#8
Mels RS Drives: 2015 2LT/RS Vert Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Dallas Area Posts: 300	I've read many comments on SafeLite. Some good, some bad. Personally they've replaced 3 windshields for me. *Every one* had to be redone. BTW, insurance cannot dictate who does your repairs. That's YOUR decision! __________________ Mel 2015 2LT/RS 'Vert, RRM/Blk Designated Airworthiness Inspector; specializing in Amateur-Built and Light-Sport Aircraft. USAF Vet. <n168tx(at)flytx.net>

05-14-2015, 02:14 PM	#3
Evergreen6 Drives: 2023 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: United States Posts: 1,437	Safelite is Satan's taint. Seriously. The guy who came out to fix the windshield in my Camaro was a slob and set his tools all over my hood without putting anything down, including his personal cell phone, which I almost chucked across the parking garage when I saw it. The car was brand new. Black paint. I try not to be judgemental on one bad encounter, but then they came to replace a windshield in our Jeep, and 4 visits later, it still leaks air. I think I'm going to just pay another company to do re-do it.

05-14-2015, 02:43 PM	#6
Hilflos Drives: 2015 1SS / RS NPP Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Dayton Ohio Posts: 353	Had my windshield replaced the second week I owned the car. Originally the insurance folks wanted me to schedule with Safelite, but as I had some pretty sever time constraints, I wound up going with someone who only used OEM replacement glass, as they were the only place that had an oppen installation window in the time frame that was relevant. My insurance was pretty accommodating about that. Essentially, it's a negotiation. They start with what they'd like, you respond with what you'd like, and usually you'll meet somewhere in the middle.

05-14-2015, 03:16 PM	#10
AGM 1LE Drives: 14 SS/ 1LE Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: parts unknown Posts: 922	I have safelite coming to my house tomorrow to repair a small crack from a rock from construction site, I hope they dont f--- it up.

05-14-2015, 03:34 PM	#11
Dale_K Drives: 2014 1LS Join Date: May 2014 Location: Hot Springs, AR Posts: 76	Does anyone know whether the Camaro OEM windshield is "acoustic" glass? My previous GM car, a Cruze, made a big deal about the acoustic windshield and that any replacement should also be acoustic. I think there is a layer of sound deadening in the acoustic type.

05-14-2015, 04:07 PM	#12
DefianceDan VroomVroom Drives: 2017 50th 2SS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 497	Just had my windshield replaced not 3 hours ago. (Hint...when changing the wiper blades, do NOT let the metal arm slam down from the fully extended position). It wasn't done by the 'S' people and everything seemed to go great. Glass says Pilkington made in Canada instead of GM, but looks identical and probably the same manufacture of GM labeled products. __________________ 2017 H50 2SS MX8 F55 NPP CF5 RN2

05-15-2015, 02:13 AM	#13
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,070	My uncle owns a body shop says stay away from safelite. demand oem. Iv never had a problem getting oem parts. __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

05-15-2015, 04:59 AM	#14
Nzcamaro NZ Camaro. New Zealand Drives: 1968 camaro. 2010 2ss Camaro Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: New Zealand Posts: 284 View My Garage	I bought an oem. Cheap as, under $200 usd.