Re: Cracked windshield (a dead horse)

[16v Jason <jason@scirocco.org>]

At 12:59 PM 5/4/2000 , David & Michelle Barwick wrote:
>Perhaps I should have been more clear.  I received a spider crack roughly 8"
>in diameter with a portion of it into the gasket.  It is not repairable.
>
>My only question was the reliability of aftermarket gaskets since my
>insurance guy let it slip that I could request that they use the factory
>piece.  My agent is very cool and has always worked with my best interests
>in mind, but he definitely did some back peddling when I mentioned that I
>know some agencies require low grade after market parts and that I don't go
>that way.


I've had my windshield replaced twice.  The first time, the glass company 
used the original gasket, which no doubt helped it to break the second 
time.  I had lots of vibration in the glass, so rear-view mirror visibility 
was compromised.  In addition, it took 3 applications of silicone to get 
the gasket to stop leaking water on my fusebox.

The second time, I insisted on a new gasket, but didn't specify brand or 
source.  I had the replacement done at a national chain, and I've had no 
problems at all.  The glass is tight, with no vibrations, and no leaking.

Thus, you shouldn't have any problems using an aftermarket gasket.

HTH
Jason





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