Re: Windshield
 

Thank you all for your input. I've talked to and done business with Marc in the past, and if he endorses it, I believe it to be good!

Thanks again,

John

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What is the "branding" of your glass? I understand it was installed by Safelite but doesn't assure the branding. They actually might use something other than theirs as just a matter of economics and satisfaction. They might use different branding in different sections of the country. I believe branding is a matter of convenience, maybe a request or simply logistics.

Re: Windshield
 

Whoever winds up installing my new windshield, I will be sure to check branding.

Thanks,

John

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Just an FYI, my wife's 88 C4 has an LOF windshield (all 4 pieces of glass, guessing it's OE) and it has some of the worst distortion I've ever seen in automotive glass. It's been in there since she bought the car in 1989, and no reason to believe it's been changed.

So I think for a car that's a "keeper", I'd want to see and approve any WS before install...

Did get a Pilkington in my ol' beater Lincoln, it was fine.
- Jeff

Re: Windshield
 

Being on hand when it is installed would prevent a WS having distortions in it, I would think. Anyway... Mine - all 3 of them, including the one in the Z are beautiful; distortion free (far as I can tell).

And, talk about distortion...to be completely rid of that delamination is a real plus. (Ya might be surprised at how much is hidden behind the A pillar and the delamination combination until the delam is gone!:thumbsup:)

Re: Windshield
 

Since the purpose of the tint was to reduce heat in the cabin my question to you guys that have gone to the standard C4 windshield is...can you tell a difference? Does your A/C keep up ok on hot days?

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Just got off the phone with Safelite. $314.95 inslalled, less tax, includes molding. Safelite stated that they get the molding directly from the dealer and they guarantee everything. The glass is made in the USA by them. Also stated that all their new glass is "Solar" and has good protection from the sun/heat.

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I would be ready with "stuff" to R&R the sub molding strips, in case the ones they provide aren't quite right...speaking from experience.

(Oh, and if you DO end up R&R'ing those pieces and reusing them, they will credit you the cost for the new ones, as I recall. Because I provided the rubber amd restored the sub molding pieces, my bill was about $250 installed with tax, IIRC.)

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John, The original ZR-1 glass was made by Pilkington. I would suggest talking with the sales rep and asking if they can get Pilkington glass. You wont get the radar cutout, but you will get the correct glass.

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Thanks. I have scheduled the install for next tuesday. I will call them tomorrow and inquire regarding Pilkington glass.

I am still trying to figure out what Paul means by "stuff". How about it Paul? By "R&R" do you mean "remove & replace" or "remove & restore"? By "sub moulding are you referring to "moulding garnish" as discribed in the FSM?

Thanks,

John