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     Ira (Ira) New Member Username: Ira Post Number: 4 Registered: 04-2003 |
I have spoken with several windshield shops and was told that a windshield for D1 requires new moldings? Is that true? Second question is what is your experience with OEM, OE and non OEM glass? I have been told that thickness, contours and quality of glass will vary from one windshield repair shop to another. Does anybody have any feedback? Thank you in advanced for any help  | ||
| D. Christopher Whybrew (Dcwhybrew) New Member Username: Dcwhybrew Post Number: 1 Registered: 05-2003 |
Ira, I had mine (96 Disco) replaced last October a month after I had it. I received OEM glass installed by Safelite through State Farm's outsourced glass claims adjustment company. Yes, the moldings were replaced, though it doesn't sit as well as I'd like - maybe I'm being nit picky. My biggest peeve is that the bottom of the rear view mirror isn't fully covered by the black tinting. Therefore the wire inside the mirror base is exposed. I harrassed Safelite and State Farm until they replaced it and the second glass (different brand) had the same problem. If you are getting new glass via an insurance claim, I'd pay the additional to have the original glass put in. Just my opinion. By the way, I harassed Safelite and State Farm again to the point they didn't return my calls anymore. It isn't terribly noticable, but I notice it. | ||
| Alan Greening (Alan_g) New Member Username: Alan_g Post Number: 8 Registered: 04-2003 |
I had mine replaced a few months ago in my '94 Disco and they used the old rubbers. It doesn't leak and as far as I can see is absolutley fine. Also, it took the two guys who put the glass in less than four minutes to do, so if anyone tells you it's a big job they are talking out of their arse (or "ass" as you would say) | ||
| Carter Simcoe (Carter) Senior Member Username: Carter Post Number: 552 Registered: 04-2002 |
they used the old moldings for mine as well and it is still working fine a year later. | ||
| traveltoad (Traveltoad) New Member Username: Traveltoad Post Number: 40 Registered: 11-2002 |
When a windsheild is cut out it usually damages the moulding (some vehicles are more likely some less)which is held in place with the same glue that holds the glass. A smart shop will include the moulding as part of the quote. If they try to reuse it you may get leaks and/or the moulding will not sit correctly or be wavey. The wind sheild is held in place with a rubber-like glue that needs to be cut with an occilating "knife". A bead of glue is left on the vehicle after the glass is gone. This glue is then supplimented for the new glass installation. It takes an experienced windsheild tech to trim this remaining glue to make sure the glass seats well and the moulding flush. There is different quality glass so ask around. As the windsheild IS a structural peice of your truck it is important to use a reputable company (not necessarily the most $$). Stay away from anyone who is willing to let you drive the truck before the glue dries (usually 12 + hrs). | ||
| Alan Greening (Alan_g) New Member Username: Alan_g Post Number: 9 Registered: 04-2003 |
The D1 windscreen isn't glued in, it's held in by a rubber bead pushed into the moulding. It's designed that way so any flex in the bodywork (minimal in a seperate chasis/body design like the Land Rover) is not stressing the glass. That's why you see so many "modern" 4X4's with cracked windscreens at off-road days. As there is no glue to set, your Disco can be driven as soon as the last section of the beading has been pushed in. | ||
| traveltoad (Traveltoad) Member Username: Traveltoad Post Number: 41 Registered: 11-2002 |
I just confirmed that all Discos DO have glued in windsheilds. They have a big rubber moulding that LOOKS like a soft mount. This is true for USA models maybe not for other countries. | ||
| Alan Greening (Alan_g) New Member Username: Alan_g Post Number: 11 Registered: 04-2003 |
Sorry for muddying the water, I'm in the UK. Are the roads in America so bumpy that your windscreens need gluing in? |
