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CLEAN · 08-25-2010, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by TommyTSquared

I'm actually interested in having mine replaced, not because I have chips or anything but I have areas that are distorted to hell on the glass and looking through these areas make the outside look wavy.

I had the same thing. Fortunately, I caught a rock and had to have it replaced. I want to say about 700-750 for a Pilkington piece. New windshield is nice and distortion free.

camaro1 · 08-25-2010, 09:49 AM

there is a gm bulletin for 2010-2011 camaro windshields that crack on their own and the bulletin also covers distortion from the windshield. this is a warranty issue!

Russo · 08-25-2010, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Camarofan69

lmao i get the same referals from bodyshops ect after safelite has come in and made a mess.

same here, it's not always the tech's fault either.. they make them install windshields by themselves.. i don't care how long you been doing glass work, there are some parts that are just too big and heavy to install by yourself...

kjd15 · 08-25-2010, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Russo

same here, it's not always the tech's fault either.. they make them install windshields by themselves.. i don't care how long you been doing glass work, there are some parts that are just too big and heavy to install by yourself...

And they expect them to knock out way more than is practical in one day. That's how they get paid.
That's why my hubby didn't stay with them.

Camarofan69 · 08-25-2010, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Russo

same here, it's not always the tech's fault either.. they make them install windshields by themselves.. i don't care how long you been doing glass work, there are some parts that are just too big and heavy to install by yourself...

although it can be done.... i dont want to..lol

this is why its my wife and myself that do the installs. we arre a 2 person shop and we do a damn good job. im 37 years old and some of the windshields are really heavy and in weird positions. haveing a second set of hands is the way to go.

i am only mobile and i will not do more than 8 jobs per day.

Russo · 08-25-2010, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Camarofan69

although it can be done.... i dont want to..lol

this is why its my wife and myself that do the installs. we arre a 2 person shop and we do a damn good job. im 37 years old and some of the windshields are really heavy and in weird positions. haveing a second set of hands is the way to go.

i am only mobile and i will not do more than 8 jobs per day.

it can be done with additional setting tools and expensive equipment

(i wonder who pays for the window regulator)... lol

im 26 with 14 years experience and a 3rd generation glass tech.. its just me right now, but i get help from a friend when i need it.. looking to hire a part time HS or College student.. a young man i can bring to the shipyards and train to do the small stuff...

ive had some Safelite techs tell me they did 40+ windshields a day, could you imagine the skipped steps!?(

) my best (8-5) with one person helping was 20 windshields and maybe 2-3 tempered parts, but not mobile..

Camarofan69 · 08-25-2010, 08:33 PM

move to montana ill sett you up with a van and tools

Russo · 08-25-2010, 08:54 PM

i don't fit in a van and i sure don't look good in the state of Montana... lol

Camarofan69 · 08-25-2010, 09:01 PM

loll thats cool just wanted to offer you a chance to make some money!!!!

Russo · 08-25-2010, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Camarofan69

loll thats cool just wanted to offer you a chance to make some money!!!!

im making plenty that i have to give it away.. God is good

Camarofan69 · 08-25-2010, 10:10 PM

good deal

philipdistefano · 08-26-2010, 10:23 AM

I guess I need to look into getting a $0 comprehensive deductible...

Russo · 08-26-2010, 12:10 PM

i wouldn't get a $0.. $50 is good enough.. the market in BR is so cut throat that the glass companies would waive your deductible...

GJG · 09-05-2010, 06:38 PM

we do not waive deductibles......the ones who do.......well.....take your chances and we'll get you next time!!!

www.a1glass.com

Coming Soon to a
Window Near You!

08-25-2010, 09:49 AM	#58
camaro1 Drives: 550+RWHP 2010 camaro Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: wisconsin Posts: 1,588	there is a gm bulletin for 2010-2011 camaro windshields that crack on their own and the bulletin also covers distortion from the windshield. this is a warranty issue! __________________ 415ci stroker, TVS 2300 Magnacharger, cnc heads, cam, yank ss3200 converter, Kooks long tubes, Bwoody true cold air kit, ZL1 Pump, magnaflow 3" cat-back, lowering springs,BMR control arms and tie rod bars, 3.73 gears, diff mounts, RX can, ADM fuel controller

09-05-2010, 06:38 PM	#70
GJG Drives: 2SS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Beaumont, Tx Posts: 871 View My Garage	we do not waive deductibles......the ones who do.......well.....take your chances and we'll get you next time!!! www.a1glass.com Coming Soon to a Window Near You! __________________ Sleep well America.....my MARINE has your back......

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08-26-2010, 10:23 AM	#68
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08-26-2010, 12:10 PM	#69
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