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#11 (**permalink**) 04 Jan 2009, 06:40 pm

2004 TL Windshield Replacement
"rll" <rll_mac@cox.net> wrote in message
news:C5842907.BDF2%rll_mac@cox.net...
FYI ...

My windshield cracked after being hit by something on the freeway.
Replacement cost was $940 including installation and tax.

Beware of the cheap copies. Acura windshield was $744; the copy was $269.
The service manager recommended that I stay away from the imported copies.
I agreed and got the Honda glass.

- Russ in Santa Barbara

On the same subject, my windshield on an 06 Accord coupe was struck by a
stone on I 75 a few days ago with the result a small star/crack about 1/2 in
diameter on the driver's side. Is windshield repair effective? Frankly, I
am not that impressed with Honda glass -- it tends to pit after three or so
years.

#12 (**permalink**) 05 Jan 2009, 02:20 am

rll <rll_mac@cox.net> wrote in news:C5842907.BDF2%rll_mac@cox.net:

> FYI ...
>
> My windshield cracked after being hit by something on the freeway.
> Replacement cost was $940 including installation and tax.
>
> Beware of the cheap copies. Acura windshield was $744; the copy was
> $269. The service manager recommended that I stay away from the
> imported copies. I agreed and got the Honda glass.
>
> - Russ in Santa Barbara
>
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> FYI ... 
> 
> My windshield cracked after being hit by something on the freeway.
>  Replacement cost was $940 including installation and tax.
>   
> Beware of the cheap copies.  Acura windshield was $744; the copy
> was $269.   The service manager recommended that I stay away
> from the imported copies.  I agreed and got the Honda glass. 
> 
>  - Russ in Santa Barbara  
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I drive a lot of freeway miles and as a result, I've had a lot of damaged
or cracked winshields over the years due to rocks kicked up by cars in
front. I've used both OEM and aftermarket replacements. Never noticed a
difference at all, except the price. The aftermarket ones are about 1/4
to 1/3 the price, and they come to your house. Just make sure you get a
good company who does the install correctly. Incorrect installs can
result in leaks. Of course, if insurance in paying, I'd probably go with
the dealer just to be safe. BTW, always double check with your insurance
company regarding your deductible. Some policies have a waiver of the
deductible for broken glass. One of mine did.

#13 (**permalink**) 05 Jan 2009, 09:52 pm

rll <rll_mac@cox.net> wrote in news:C5842907.BDF2%rll_mac@cox.net:

> FYI ...
>
> My windshield cracked after being hit by something on the freeway.
> Replacement cost was $940 including installation and tax.
>
> Beware of the cheap copies. Acura windshield was $744; the copy was
> $269. The service manager recommended that I stay away from the
> imported copies. I agreed and got the Honda glass.

That's never a /bad/ decision of course, but it might be a /more expensive/
one depending on your insurance.

I've had many, many aftermarket windshields over the years and have found
no real difference between OEM and aftermarket except for distortion.

My belief is that OEM-branded glass is more rigorously inspected for
optical quality.

Suppliers for aftermarket and OEM are sometimes the same companies. At
least some of Honda's domestically-built vehicles are supplied by PPG. The
aftermarket windshield in my Integra is a PPG item.

--
Tegger

The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

#14 (**permalink**) 05 Jan 2009, 09:54 pm

"tww1491" <twaugh5@cox.net> wrote in
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> 2004 TL Windshield Replacement
> "rll" <rll_mac@cox.net> wrote in message
> news:C5842907.BDF2%rll_mac@cox.net...
> FYI ...
>
> My windshield cracked after being hit by something on the freeway.
> Replacement cost was $940 including installation and tax.
>
> Beware of the cheap copies. Acura windshield was $744; the copy was
> $269. The service manager recommended that I stay away from the
> imported copies. I agreed and got the Honda glass.
>
> - Russ in Santa Barbara
>
> On the same subject, my windshield on an 06 Accord coupe was struck by
> a stone on I 75 a few days ago with the result a small star/crack
> about 1/2 in diameter on the driver's side. Is windshield repair
> effective?

It's stunningly effective and inexpensive. I heartily recommend the resin
repair.

Get it done immediately. Once the crack starts to spread, the windshield is
unrepairable.

> Frankly, I am not that impressed with Honda glass -- it
> tends to pit after three or so years.
>

I'm not sure there's any difference in resistance to pits from one maker to
another. They all get frosty given enough miles.

Keep your OEM glass as long as possible.

--
Tegger

The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

#15 (**permalink**) 06 Jan 2009, 09:17 pm

"Tegger" <invalid@invalid.inv> wrote in message
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> "tww1491" <twaugh5@cox.net> wrote in
> news:XMb8l.428$Ze3.125@newsfe10.iad:
>
>> 2004 TL Windshield Replacement
>> "rll" <rll_mac@cox.net> wrote in message
>> news:C5842907.BDF2%rll_mac@cox.net...
>> FYI ...
>>
>> My windshield cracked after being hit by something on the freeway.
>> Replacement cost was $940 including installation and tax.
>>
>> Beware of the cheap copies. Acura windshield was $744; the copy was
>> $269. The service manager recommended that I stay away from the
>> imported copies. I agreed and got the Honda glass.
>>
>> - Russ in Santa Barbara
>>
>> On the same subject, my windshield on an 06 Accord coupe was struck by
>> a stone on I 75 a few days ago with the result a small star/crack
>> about 1/2 in diameter on the driver's side. Is windshield repair
>> effective?
>
>
>
> It's stunningly effective and inexpensive. I heartily recommend the resin
> repair.

Thanks -- will call tomorrow.
>
> Get it done immediately. Once the crack starts to spread, the windshield
> is
> unrepairable.
>
>
>
>
>> Frankly, I am not that impressed with Honda glass -- it
>> tends to pit after three or so years.
>>
>
>
> I'm not sure there's any difference in resistance to pits from one maker
> to
> another. They all get frosty given enough miles.
>
> Keep your OEM glass as long as possible.
>
>
>
>
> --
> Tegger
>
> The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
> www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

#16 (**permalink**) 07 Jan 2009, 06:56 am

On Jan 5, 9:52*pm, Tegger <inva...@invalid.inv> wrote:
> rll <rll_...@cox.net> wrote innews:C5842907.BDF2%rll_mac@cox.net:
>
> > FYI ...
>
> > My windshield cracked after being hit by something on the freeway.
> > Replacement cost was $940 including installation and tax.
>
> > Beware of the cheap copies. *Acura windshield was $744; the copy was
> > $269. The service manager recommended that I stay away from the
> > imported copies. I agreed and got the Honda glass.
>
> That's never a /bad/ decision of course, but it might be a /more expensive/
> one depending on your insurance.
>
> I've had many, many aftermarket windshields over the years and have found
> no real difference between OEM and aftermarket except for distortion.
>
> My belief is that OEM-branded glass is more rigorously inspected for
> optical quality.
>
> Suppliers for aftermarket and OEM are sometimes the same companies. At
> least some of Honda's domestically-built vehicles are supplied by PPG. The
> aftermarket windshield in my Integra is a PPG item.
>
> --
> Tegger
>
> The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQwww.tegger.com/hondafaq/

My experience is similar except I've not found any flaws in PPG
replacement windshields I've had installed. Cheap Chinese glass is to
be avoided but PPG glass is as high quality as OEM because they are
OEM for lots of brands built in the USA. rll made his dealer happy but
he cost his insurance company a bundle. Yes, rll, you can specify PPG
glass from any reputable company. (Ditto OEM replacement body panels
vs. Chinese knockoffs.)

#17 (**permalink**) 27 Jan 2009, 01:33 am

PPG is an excellent glass/chemical company. They make optical products
for various applications, including windshields for planes. So call up
local PPG authorized installers. Owners can also use Pilkington for
their premium cars.

http://corporateportal.ppg.com/NA/OEMGlass/

Also check out this PPG nano-technology windshield glass:
http://corporateportal.ppg.com/NA/Gl...indshields.htm

On Jan 7, 3:56*am, ACAR <dimndsonmywnds...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> My experience is similar except I've not found any flaws in PPG
> replacement windshields I've had installed. Cheap Chinese glass is to
> be avoided but PPG glass is as high quality as OEM because they are
> OEM for lots of brands built in the USA. rll made his dealer happy but
> he cost his insurance company a bundle. Yes, rll, you can specify PPG
> glass from any reputable company. (Ditto OEM replacement body panels
> vs. Chinese knockoffs.)

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