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Windshield Replacment

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Gwest, Sep 27, 2010.

  1. Gwest

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    I can't believe there was no windshield replacment thread?
    I have a Black 2010 V. I got a small star crack in the bottom of the window that quickly made its way up the window now my window is cracked almost in 1/2.

    Any tip's or advice on getting my windshield replaced, And what have you paid to have this done. Thank's in Advance
    Grant

    BTW When the chip or crack was small I call'd a local window repair place and they said the damage was to large and even if it wasn't it was in a place they couldn't get to (real close to the wipers) so right off the bat I had to replace the windshield there was no saving it
     
    #1 Gwest, Sep 27, 2010
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    There are several threads on the GenII re:Windshield Replacement. My insurance company will pay for repair to avoid replacement. Sounds like its time to file a claim on your comprehensive.
     
    #2 seasalsa, Sep 27, 2010
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    Also--have it done at an independent glass installer, not the dealer (most dealers subcontract it out, so you're just paying their mark up).

    Insist on OEM glass. Try calling a few dealers service departments and see if you can get recommendations.
     
    #3 stream, Sep 27, 2010
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    I found a Local place that wants $275 installed for after market glass and Like $500 for factory.

    They said factory glass has the "Toyota" logo and non factory dosen't
    but becides that "THEY" said they are the same.
     
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    File a claim if your comprehension deductible is less than $500.
     
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    My deductible is $500. So I guess I will go out of pocket for the Aftermarket window
     
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    On our policy, windshield replacement is included without deductible. You should review your policy or contact your insurance company and not take unilateral action without first doing so.
     
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    My insurance wouldnt cover the window. I payed $385 out the door for a PPG Aftermarket Window.

    P.S I found the Window guy's playing games trying to get your business. They call a Aftermarket window "Factory Glass" trying to get you to think your getting a OME window

    They call a Toyota window OME glass. That's what comes in your car from the dealer NEW they sell that window for around $580
     
    #8 Gwest, Sep 28, 2010
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    mainerinexile No longer in exile!

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    My understanding from other threads that the Prius OEM windshield is acoustic glass, meaning that it will be quieter than what you will likely get from an independent glass shop.
     
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    I guess Im gong to answer my own question. IMO the Aftermarket window made by (PPG) worked just fine. It was almost 1/2 the cost of a Toyota window. My local window guy did it in 1 hr and after a week and a few car washes everything seems fine so far.
    One bit of advice. Take you car to a person or company that all they do is Glass Replacment. The first place I went to Jacked me around and tryed to do a bait and switch (preferred Image) in Redwoodcity Ca
     
    #11 Gwest, Oct 7, 2010
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    BTW the place is called Hi-Tech Glass in Redwood city. 650 261 1089 mention Yelp and get $10 off
     
    #12 Gwest, Oct 7, 2010
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    This link is insightful about what is an 'acoustic' windshield, from an industry perspective.


    Joe
     
    #13 JRSchwab, Dec 18, 2011
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