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54belair · 12-20-2013, 08:11 PM

Ok, now its time for a new windshield. Ive watched the videos and sort of helped a friend do his---and Ive ordered the precision gasket.
So, now comes the question; Is there a preferred windshield? Or is there one supplier who has the best quality glass? Ive heard that some glass suppliers use a thinner windshield--which promotes a poor seal.

**LockDoc** · 12-20-2013, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 54belair

Ok, now its time for a new windshield. Ive watched the videos and sort of helped a friend do his---and Ive ordered the precision gasket.
So, now comes the question; Is there a preferred windshield? Or is there one supplier who has the best quality glass? Ive heard that some glass suppliers use a thinner windshield--which promotes a poor seal.

I think there are only 2 or 3 manufacturers. I have used the thinner replacement windshields on the last 3 trucks I have replaced the glass in, with no problems. They cost me $90 each...

LockDoc

Hawghauler · 12-20-2013, 10:16 PM

I've heard of one company that makes the thicker windshield. It's supposed to be the same as O.E.M. I believe it's called Pilkington or Pinkerton or something like that. I know Wes at Classic heartbeat sells them, but I don't think he'll ship them, he can at least let you know the right name and where to get them.
Good luck,
Curtis

12-20-2013, 08:11 PM	#1
54belair Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: bolivar, mo Posts: 839	Replacement windshields Ok, now its time for a new windshield. Ive watched the videos and sort of helped a friend do his---and Ive ordered the precision gasket. So, now comes the question; Is there a preferred windshield? Or is there one supplier who has the best quality glass? Ive heard that some glass suppliers use a thinner windshield--which promotes a poor seal. __________________ 1997 shortie stepside 1968 short stepside 1966 mustang 1966 chevelle ss Dont always go the cheapest route--You can save yourself into the poorhouse! My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489030

12-20-2013, 10:16 PM	#3
Hawghauler Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Whidbey Island/Edmonds,WA Posts: 360	Re: Replacement windshields I've heard of one company that makes the thicker windshield. It's supposed to be the same as O.E.M. I believe it's called Pilkington or Pinkerton or something like that. I know Wes at Classic heartbeat sells them, but I don't think he'll ship them, he can at least let you know the right name and where to get them. Good luck, Curtis __________________ If I have to be on 4 wheels, It has to be a classic Chevy 1967 c10 Longbed (Hawghauler/Icy weather transport) 2003 BMW K1200GT (Rain bike) 2007 Softail Deuce (Sun bike) 2009 Ultra Classic Electra Glide (Everything else bike)



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