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Old Jan 11, 2006 | 09:56 PM
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How do I pull off the front and rear windshields without damaging anything? This is part of my disassebly of my car (see sig for pics).
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Old Jan 11, 2006 | 10:39 PM
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you may want to contact a local glass company and see if they have any answers for ya
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Old Jan 11, 2006 | 11:04 PM
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They have a special tool to cut under the glass. However they probably won't guarantee not breaking it.
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Old Jan 12, 2006 | 09:40 AM
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Gordy, why don't you just use the same method that was used on the Buick.
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Originally Posted by smellbird
Gordy, why don't you just use the same method that was used on the Buick.
I thought about that, but I also need glass to put back in too. Way cheaper to reuse than replace. Unlike the rumors going around, I do not have unlimited funds... lol



Although the front glass may go, I know there is a hail mark in the lower drivers side and there is general wear and tear on the glass surface.
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Old Jan 12, 2006 | 09:53 AM
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does your insurance have glass coverage???

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Car hasn't been on road since early summer
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No coverage. BB is is right. Car has been garage and disassembled for a while. Besides, coverage wouldn't pay for the glass removal or repair. The hail damage was done prior to me owning the car so it'* not covered (can't but a car that needs work then have your insurance company pay for the fixes).

Maybe I'll just call a glass company to see what they would charge to do it for me.
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Originally Posted by Harmon Glass
To remove the glass only, $ 65.00 per piece

We do not guarantee the glass will not break in the process . This must be done in our shop, mobile service is not available for this service. You would need to allow approximately 2-3 hours to do the work.
Any other ideas? Or knowledge how I can do this myself?
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I've seen em use an electric tool...however maybe if they are trying to save the glass..they want certain conditions.

Just drive it over Gordy..
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