I just had a cracked windshield fixed last week, it is AWESOME !.... The new windshield was going to cost me around 500 bucks, but I stopped by and had a repair guy do it for 50 bucks and I cant even see it anymore. It was a good repair job and he saved me 450 bucks, Believe me, I need to save money today too, I lost my job 2 months ago and money is TIGHT !
I am always amazed at the people who only replace windshields and think because I can perform long crack repairs that I am only a repair shop. I have been in the Auto Glass replacement and repair business for over 30 years and both have there place. Windshield repair is a good alternative to replacement on many damages and the industry has been around since 1972. We also offer a lifetime warranty! Most insurance companies pay the cost of preventive repair. They would not pay if it was a scam.
Hi, I am from Nigeria, West Africa, Africa. My car windshield got crack yesterday. Do you have anybody that can repair it for me from my region. Thanks in anticipation.
It depends sometimes if the crack is a single crack coming from the edge and you can reach it with a drill to put a stop at the tip. Then if you can inject some of the crack from the tip to the edge with resin you usually can save the windshield.. You would not need to fill all of the crack to stop it and save the windshield. We have also had good success with repairing cracks that start from the mirror bracket.
the first windshield repair kit has molded tools and as a starter kit. The second kit has aluminum tools with the triple start thread for chip repair and short cracks. The third kit is the powered by crack eraser kit with the dual injector for long cracks. in our business we use the third kit.
+Tim Evans Pro Kit #1 (chips and cracks up to 18") Approx 100 repairs. Great starter kit with molded Crack Eraser tool. that is the one am going to start with but do I need 9 watt UV Cure Lamp,9 watt UV Cure Lamp with Hold Down and Suction Cup and Aluminum Single Injector with Lever Cup Can I do with 1. without any 2. with all? 3. or one of them(3) wat do there help. you did not respond on paying using western union thank Mr Tim
+Tim Evans yes I have seen something what can Powered by CrackEraser Pro Kit #5 $1,294 and Pro Kit #2 $599 Pro Kit #1 $274 that can repair it??! is that right
you can still get ahold of OEM or REQUEST... for OEM windscreen replacement. Can't gaurentee the crack won't continue to be a problem with crack repairs. Nobody does crack repairs anymore actually it's not worth it.
Calm your fears on the windshield being comprimised... if you ever need to have your windshield replaced...and the Insurance co sends out a Nation Wide Company...demand OEM GLASS...It is your right...Honda...BMW...etc etc all have their BRAND on the glass...it will keep your vehicle in top dollar trade in value with OEM...DO NOT LET THEM TALK YOU INTO ANYTHING LESS...IT DE VALUES YOUR CARS WORTH...👍
I came to the wrong place ... trying to fix a corner back on my mirror ... no help for me here. However, having seen this farkin miracle fix, I'm glad I landed here. Brilliant job mate.
Every one of those videos and there are a few up are done on customers cars and the customers come back again and again to do more repairs on new cracks and we hold 99% of them. Those are the facts. we've done over 30 thousand invoices with a lifetime warranty any repairs that fail we give them their money back how can we stay in business if they're all failing later.
Do you know if anyone in Hamilton Ontario Canada or Toronto area using this method? Because looks like nobody has knowledge to fix a windshield cracked?
the crack is very tight at the tip and needs a real thin resin as it goes to the Edge gets wider a gap like about 12,000 wife or So. So thin resin will not Bond where there's a Gap is like trying to use super glue or you need epoxy.
hey mate, just curious because were i'm from. It would be insane to perform a crack repair, it's cheaper and easier just to replace the windscreen. plus.. were im from... Can't gaurente the crack wont continue to run off. loads of bumps, potholes, divites and even no road at all in my country lol. NZ Edit: Wouldn't it be more profitable for you to just replace windscreens/windshields instead of crackrepairs? unless you charge more then 140+ for crackrepair.
If you have comprehensive insurance the repair is usually free because your insurance company pays for preventive repair by waiving your deductible, however you need to have the repair done within 3 months of the crack starting because of the dirt and contamination in the crack. With chip repair time does not matter but crack repairs are time sensitive.If the crack is under 3 months old the charge for a cash job is usually between $70.00 and $90.00
Tim, I have to say "that's impressive ". Being in the autoglass replacement Industry for 30 years and an NGA Master Autoglass Technician, I can honestly say I've never seen that done before. Probably because the industry and most reputable busineses and insurance companies don't recommend such large repairs. You should let these guys know that the two substrates, glass and the Ultraviolet Cured Polymer Resin will separate, over a short period of time and the crack will reappear, leaving them with the same problem that they came to you with. Just because you can't see it now, doesn't mean that it's safe or even repaired. This is one of the reasons to replace as opposed to putting a "band-aid "on it.
@DanOfTheWild This is not what dentists use for fillings and what is used to repair small planned and uniform holes in teeth that will not be exposed for long periods of time should not be used to repair 21 inch cracks in glass. You are ignorant to dentistry and glass science. About 14 inches and that windshield is compromised. Even the best resin and techniques and you will still see yellowing and shrinking in a 3-4 years if not kept in cover most of that time. These are never lifetime solutions. They are to get you on your way and save you some money for now. I understand people use this as their livelihoods and plenty of people do shoddy work to make a quick buck but these guys are doing it wrong.
WOW! I never knew such a thing was possible. 🤯 I have an '89 Buick Reatta with a low crack down near the dash that goes about 1/3 of the way across from the driver's side edge to the lower edge. The car is fairly rare... Especially here in Canada and new glass is nearly impossible to find. I'm going to have to look into repairing it with UV resin. Nice work and thanks for sharing.
@@schoolinJOO I did get me some resin in a kit by rainx... It did NOT work well and was a total waste of time and money. Perhaps if I would have had more resin, more experience using it, and professional tools the results would have been different.
@@clllaytrrron that’s what i am thinking; i should buy a second or third kit…. another youtuber used a $9.99 kit and got across almost half the windshield but he said he had already done it before -
@@schoolinJOO yeah that rainx kit had such a teeny tiny bit of resin... If I try it again I'll buy some resin off Amazon or maybe take it to a glass shop in town... I used to deliver windshields for PPG so I know a few of the installers.
I wish we had a shop in CA to help you. Most shops want to replace not repair. I wish they would realize how many people want their cracks repaired and would be loyal customers if they also provided long crack repair.
Dear Ian, Windshield Repair is free in the UK also. You will have a harder time finding someone to repair a crack over 6 inches unless they have my technology, but I took the following repair information off a major glass shop in the UK. Safelite® LONDON "Repairing a windshield is also a good value. If you have comprehensive coverage, and if you choose to repair your windshield rather than replace it, most insurance companies will waive your deductible, leaving no cost for you."
Yes cracks that are cracked on the inside pane of glass can be repaired, if you can reach the end of the crack to dill it and if you can get the Crack Eraser tool positioned to inject resin into the crack. Sometimes the dash is in the way and it is difficult to reach the crack to perform a repair.
This can be a real cost saver, windshields can be very expensive to replace and if people have gone to $500 deductible to save money they will be coughing up the whole $500 for most cars. Unless you can find a small shop to do a used windshield. Years ago my insurance company offered me a deal. Back then windshield repair cost $50.00. If I paid the $50 in an attempt to save the windshield they would wave my deductible if the windshield cracked. Mine had a large multi pointed chip in it about the size of dime. The repair held for ten years. I can't comment on how well a large crack like this will hold up but I know that resins you apply with a dual compound mixture are VERY strong. I recommend you contact your insurance agent before you pay for a repair like this. Get them on board and they might make an offer like mine did.
Thank You. I do not have anyone in your part of Texas. I wish I did. So many shops only want to replace and are missing customers that want to save their windshield.
Did you find anyone in texas able to do this? This looks easy but so many companies just want to replace my windshield. I would rather then keep it on and fix it.
What size/ type of drillbit can you use for that? And what do you use to tap the bull’s-eye? Meaning if you don’t have specialized tools. Trying to fix my own windshield.
Impressive! Very sorry, but in any case, we in Russia (where I live), such problems are solved with glass replacing. And replacement glass costs about $ 100. How much does a tool like You??
I wish there were more repairs like this. I've made 8 calls today claiming they repair cracks. Noone does even when it's in their website replacing cracks.
Hello JAI, Thank you. I wish more shop realized how may people would prefer to repair there cracks instead of replacing. I do not have anyone in Seattle that I know of. You may try a google search on long crack repair and see if any comes up.
@Tim Evans, Where do you exactly tap using a needle to create a bull’s eye: past the Dremel drilled point and exactly opposite where the crack stops? I tend to think the little drilling at 2/16th of an inch in front of the crack end suffices to serve the purpose of stopping the crack from propagating, and rather fear the tapping would create multi-directional crack seeds (but apparently that’s not the case as you’ve successfully completed thousands of repairs that held up but I’m trying to understand why my theory isn’t valid). The drilling with the Dremel creates a tiny crater that catches and ends the crack from proceeding further. So, I’d like to learn of your comments on my theories.
Good question Joe, We can repair a crack over 2 to 3 months old, However cracks over 3 months old will have some dirt in them and will show more. It really depends on where the crack is in the windshield we will repair cracks up to 6 months old in many cases.
You can repair a crack if you can reach the tip to drill it. you need to load the injector by putting the resin in the bottom then installing the injector seal.
Good question Goofy Goof it depends on the length of the crack when we first invented the technology we said 18 inches now we have improved on it to where we can do 24 inches or longer. If the crack is only a couple of weeks old we can perform the repair. If the crack is over a month or two old then it will have dirt in it and we usually would not do the repair. We prefer to repair cracks less than 3 months old after that we recommend replacement.
Tom, You have not tested technology as we have, We see repairs that we have performed years ago and they are still holding fine. We provide a lifetime warranty and give money back on all repairs that fail over time. You have not done your research, People said the same about chip repair for years.
Great Question Eaglethorn, Most shops only want to replace windshields. We do have people in CA,TX,CO,OK, and other places including international. We are a growing company however we do not have very good coverage as most of the shops are very slow to bring this technology on and just want to put in new windshields and it is a shame.
Sooo, basically, what you are saying, is that most shops can only repair cracks up to the length of a dollar bill, and I would have had to replace my windshield anyway. The nearest windshield repair shop, for me, was in Omaha, Nebraska.
i think i'm going to get mine fixed instead of replacing. my crack starts at the side and has stretched out to probably 20 inches. very interesting video!
That is pretty amazing! I have an Alfa 164 with a crack at the base of the windscreen not even as large as this. Safelite said they couldn't do anything about it, but obviously in can be done. (I'll also have to have something done because new windscreens are hard to source.) It may not be perfect, but it was pretty amazing how much of an improvement it made. I didn't notice anything until you mentioned the roof of the McDonald's. Thanks for the honesty! Are there any stores in Wisconsin? I'd drive because it looks like it can be done while you wait!
That is correct if you have a good UV source such as the sun you are fine with just the sun curing the resin, however in the evening as the sun is going down I like to use a lamp to make sure the resin cures properly.
Hello Aaron, The acrylics will work if the crack has some dirt in it however the crack will just show more. If your crack is over 3 months old It will have dirt in it and you may want to replace it instead of repair.
Ok Thanks 8) Yes its been way over 3 months and I dont have the money to replace it at this time ! I didnt know if there was a way to clean it and then use the Epoxy kit and have it work fairly well ?
Any state having oil tankers and other related traffic would be great for you, especially if your work holds up as well as seems to. I had replaced a windshield a few years ago, and in less than a month I had a piece of gravel hit the windshield.
That is VERY good! I wish you were near me, I have two brand new cars both with long cracks. A major name repaired one while it was smaller but didn't do a good job stopping the crack. I know it is no guarantee, but I think the tech didn't chip it enough at the end of the existing crack.
And you just duped another. The windshield is broken and will NEVER be as strong as the original. Of course your deceptive sign advertising your business is smoke and mirrors also. Another sham by the insurance company to not pay for repair for the customers. I hope you don't cost someone their life when the air-bag deploys.
@BASSANDCARGUY219 I agree. I thought there would be a tube of resin or something for maybe 40 bucks. No, this is awesome. Instead of getting my whole windshield replaced, I could potentially do more damage, scratch the paint of my car, AND still be able to see where my crack was.
Tim I have seen to many repair Kit, but I never seen a repair as great of a work as this .What do you used ? What's the requirements ?what kinda glue do you used .I wanted to test this out in my car got the same windshield Crack like that .What do you think of a Rain x repair Kit is that any good also ?Do you used that ?
In the USA most repairs are covered and paid for by the customer's insurance company. We have sold our technology in Australia. I am not sure how they are using it and charging for it. If it was a cash repair in the US we would charge $80.00 for the repair.
I just had a cracked windshield fixed last week, it is AWESOME !.... The new windshield was going to cost me around 500 bucks, but I stopped by and had a repair guy do it for 50 bucks and I cant even see it anymore. It was a good repair job and he saved me 450 bucks, Believe me, I need to save money today too, I lost my job 2 months ago and money is TIGHT !
Where did you get your Crack fixed
@MegaSpeculator where did you get cracked fixed
hope all is well 12 years later
I just have to keep coming back and watching this video. It's one of the best on YT for long crack repair. Thanks Tim, for sharing with us.
How much?
Thank you!
It is nice to hear from someone who has done chip repairs that appreciates our long crack repair technology.
I have a Chevy tahoe.. it already has several cracks that have run. Arw they still repairable
instablaster...
Thank you for giving a real analysis : and your honesty.
I am always amazed at the people who only replace windshields and think because I can perform long crack repairs that I am only a repair shop. I have been in the Auto Glass replacement and repair business for over 30 years and both have there place. Windshield repair is a good alternative to replacement on many damages and the industry has been around since 1972. We also offer a lifetime warranty! Most insurance companies pay the cost of preventive repair. They would not pay if it was a scam.
Hi, I am from Nigeria, West Africa, Africa. My car windshield got crack yesterday. Do you have anybody that can repair it for me from my region.
Thanks in anticipation.
It depends sometimes if the crack is a single crack coming from the edge and you can reach it with a drill to put a stop at the tip. Then if you can inject some of the crack from the tip to the edge with resin you usually can save the windshield.. You would not need to fill all of the crack to stop it and save the windshield. We have also had good success with repairing cracks that start from the mirror bracket.
That mirror bracket is in the center top ... where does the crack tend to spread? Down or up?
the first windshield repair kit has molded tools and as a starter kit. The second kit has aluminum tools with the triple start thread for chip repair and short cracks. The third kit is the powered by crack eraser kit with the dual injector for long cracks. in our business we use the third kit.
+Tim Evans
Pro Kit #1 (chips and cracks up to 18") Approx 100 repairs. Great starter kit with molded Crack Eraser tool. that is the one am going to start with but do I need 9 watt UV Cure Lamp,9 watt UV Cure Lamp with Hold Down and Suction Cup and
Aluminum Single Injector with Lever Cup Can I do with
1. without any
2. with all?
3. or one of them(3) wat do there help. you did not respond on paying using western union
thank Mr Tim
+Tim Evans
yes I have seen something what can Powered by
CrackEraser
Pro Kit #5
$1,294 and Pro Kit #2
$599
Pro Kit #1
$274 that can repair it??! is that right
Differently the best utube video on windshield cracks.
awesome video. I have been in the auto glass industry for 15 years and that was a hell of a crack to fill nice job
Looking to learn this as a add on being I’m a mobile window tinter. How much did this job cost the customer if you don’t mind me asking?
This is awesome. I didn't know you could repair cracks I thought you were only able to do dings and chips.
What’s the tool to make the bulls eye called?
I would totally pay for this. Anything to prevent breaking the factory seal on my windshield.
Nicool333 if you say this to a safelite tech he probably will want to punch you in the face
you can still get ahold of OEM or REQUEST... for OEM windscreen replacement. Can't gaurentee the crack won't continue to be a problem with crack repairs. Nobody does crack repairs anymore actually it's not worth it.
@@Xedilian why is it not worth it. If insurance will pay for it
Calm your fears on the windshield being comprimised... if you ever need to have your windshield replaced...and the Insurance co sends out a Nation Wide Company...demand OEM GLASS...It is your right...Honda...BMW...etc etc all have their BRAND on the glass...it will keep your vehicle in top dollar trade in value with OEM...DO NOT LET THEM TALK YOU INTO ANYTHING LESS...IT DE VALUES YOUR CARS WORTH...👍
@Dimitri Borozny I used to work for them...you are correct...some installers are not craftsman!!!!!
Great video, I had my doubt at first but hats off to you man, remarkable. Thanks for uploading Tim..
Thank You! Superlancashire
I came to the wrong place ... trying to fix a corner back on my mirror ... no help for me here.
However, having seen this farkin miracle fix, I'm glad I landed here.
Brilliant job mate.
Every one of those videos and there are a few up are done on customers cars and the customers come back again and again to do more repairs on new cracks and we hold 99% of them. Those are the facts. we've done over 30 thousand invoices with a lifetime warranty any repairs that fail we give them their money back how can we stay in business if they're all failing later.
Tim Evans where are you located ?
Where you guys locate it?
Contact info?
Tim Evans# i need that tools
Do you know if anyone in Hamilton Ontario Canada or Toronto area using this method? Because looks like nobody has knowledge to fix a windshield cracked?
Amazing work, he fixed my friend’s Q50 which had multiple long cracks, virtually disappeared. Highly recommended!!
the crack is very tight at the tip and needs a real thin resin as it goes to the Edge gets wider a gap like about 12,000 wife or So. So thin resin will not Bond where there's a Gap is like trying to use super glue or you need epoxy.
Hi Tim,
Will the windshield crack still visible from inside after fixed?
hey mate, just curious because were i'm from. It would be insane to perform a crack repair, it's cheaper and easier just to replace the windscreen. plus.. were im from... Can't gaurente the crack wont continue to run off. loads of bumps, potholes, divites and even no road at all in my country lol. NZ
Edit: Wouldn't it be more profitable for you to just replace windscreens/windshields instead of crackrepairs? unless you charge more then 140+ for crackrepair.
What part of Texas are you in?
If you have comprehensive insurance the repair is usually free because your insurance company pays for preventive repair by waiving your deductible, however you need to have the repair done within 3 months of the crack starting because of the dirt and contamination in the crack. With chip repair time does not matter but crack repairs are time sensitive.If the crack is under 3 months old the charge for a cash job is usually between $70.00 and $90.00
Tim,
I have to say "that's impressive ".
Being in the autoglass replacement Industry for 30 years and an NGA Master Autoglass Technician, I can honestly say I've never seen that done before.
Probably because the industry and most reputable busineses and insurance companies don't recommend such large repairs.
You should let these guys know that the two substrates, glass and the Ultraviolet Cured Polymer Resin will separate, over a short period of time and the crack will reappear, leaving them with the same problem that they came to you with.
Just because you can't see it now, doesn't mean that it's safe or even repaired.
This is one of the reasons to replace as opposed to putting a "band-aid "on it.
@DanOfTheWild This is not what dentists use for fillings and what is used to repair small planned and uniform holes in teeth that will not be exposed for long periods of time should not be used to repair 21 inch cracks in glass. You are ignorant to dentistry and glass science. About 14 inches and that windshield is compromised. Even the best resin and techniques and you will still see yellowing and shrinking in a 3-4 years if not kept in cover most of that time. These are never lifetime solutions. They are to get you on your way and save you some money for now. I understand people use this as their livelihoods and plenty of people do shoddy work to make a quick buck but these guys are doing it wrong.
Absolutely coolest repair ever, watching this saved me from buying a kit, and making it worse
WOW! I never knew such a thing was possible. 🤯 I have an '89 Buick Reatta with a low crack down near the dash that goes about 1/3 of the way across from the driver's side edge to the lower edge. The car is fairly rare... Especially here in Canada and new glass is nearly impossible to find. I'm going to have to look into repairing it with UV resin. Nice work and thanks for sharing.
how did it go ?
@@schoolinJOO I did get me some resin in a kit by rainx... It did NOT work well and was a total waste of time and money. Perhaps if I would have had more resin, more experience using it, and professional tools the results would have been different.
@@clllaytrrron that’s what i am thinking; i should buy a second or third kit…. another youtuber used a $9.99 kit and got across almost half the windshield but he said he had already done it before -
@@clllaytrrron thanks for your reply btw!!!
@@schoolinJOO yeah that rainx kit had such a teeny tiny bit of resin... If I try it again I'll buy some resin off Amazon or maybe take it to a glass shop in town... I used to deliver windshields for PPG so I know a few of the installers.
I wish we had a shop in CA to help you. Most shops want to replace not repair. I wish they would realize how many people want their cracks repaired and would be loyal customers if they also provided long crack repair.
Hello Tambra,
Some 30 inch cracks can be repaired and some not I would need to see it. usually charge $80
Where is the address? How can meet you to repair mine? Please, let me know
where are you living.
Where can I found you
@@popochen5155 anywhere west Houston?
Dear Ian,
Windshield Repair is free in the UK also. You will have a harder time finding someone to repair a crack over 6 inches unless they have my technology, but I took the following repair information off a major glass shop in the UK.
Safelite® LONDON
"Repairing a windshield is also a good value. If you have comprehensive coverage, and if you choose to repair your windshield rather than replace it, most insurance companies will waive your deductible, leaving no cost for you."
What is the average cost to repair a cracked windshield?
Yes cracks that are cracked on the inside pane of glass can be repaired, if you can reach the end of the crack to dill it and if you can get the Crack Eraser tool positioned to inject resin into the crack. Sometimes the dash is in the way and it is difficult to reach the crack to perform a repair.
can crack eraser get rid of crack heads too?
Givemeafinname yes, you just got to hit 'em in the head very strongly with it and pum! crackheads gone 👍🏻
Will I get high if I try to smoke crack eraser???
lol!
Lmao
that's a dumb question. if u get rid of the crack u get rid of the crack head LMAO
These guys are awesome, notice the signs by the road. They offer great services. Awesome work guys.
This can be a real cost saver, windshields can be very expensive to replace and if people have gone to $500 deductible to save money they will be coughing up the whole $500 for most cars. Unless you can find a small shop to do a used windshield.
Years ago my insurance company offered me a deal. Back then windshield repair cost $50.00. If I paid the $50 in an attempt to save the windshield they would wave my deductible if the windshield cracked. Mine had a large multi pointed chip in it about the size of dime. The repair held for ten years.
I can't comment on how well a large crack like this will hold up but I know that resins you apply with a dual compound mixture are VERY strong. I recommend you contact your insurance agent before you pay for a repair like this. Get them on board and they might make an offer like mine did.
Thank You. I do not have anyone in your part of Texas. I wish I did. So many shops only want to replace and are missing customers that want to save their windshield.
yea I know I had a 16" crack that was only a clean line and I had to pay to have it replaced today....then I see your video and I'm like WTF
Anyway we can team up and go 50/50 on profit here in California
Did you find anyone in texas able to do this? This looks easy but so many companies just want to replace my windshield. I would rather then keep it on and fix it.
Anyone in Seattle/Tacoma wa?
if i have a rock hit mark in my window what should i do? can i repair it with resin?
If you have a star chip you can buy our DIY kit from Amazon or from the Crack Eraser web site.
alright, thanks... ill have to give it a closer look to see what kind of chip it is. Its basically roundish about 1/4" diameter.
The kit will fix any chip and cracks up to 18 inches, and has enough resin to repair sever damages.
any chance you sell the resin alone? seems like i could repair it with just a few drops of resin
The resin has to be injected into the damage so it will not work the way you are thinking.
Most repairs are free. Insurance companies pay for preventive repair by waving comprehensive deductibles. if no comp !60 to $80.
Do you have shops in Los Angeles
Anyone in New Jersey ?
So 60 to 80 to repair this crack if I don't have full coverage insurance
What size/ type of drillbit can you use for that? And what do you use to tap the bull’s-eye? Meaning if you don’t have specialized tools. Trying to fix my own windshield.
It is very strong close to original Glass.
Impressive! Very sorry, but in any case, we in Russia (where I live), such problems are solved with glass replacing. And replacement glass costs about $ 100. How much does a tool like You??
+Клим Ворошилов winshields can be 90 /1000 depends on what you drive
Tim Evans anyone in Chicago south side please
Tim Evans How much does a repair like this cost?
Cleo Dawg $60 to $80
I wish there were more repairs like this. I've made 8 calls today claiming they repair cracks. Noone does even when it's in their website replacing cracks.
You Insurance only covers repair not replacement and when the wiper arm hits the windshield unfortunately it is a replacement.
Hello JAI,
Thank you. I wish more shop realized how may people would prefer to repair there cracks instead of replacing. I do not have anyone in Seattle that I know of. You may try a google search on long crack repair and see if any comes up.
it works well in single cracks. that go to the edge.
@Tim Evans,
Where do you exactly tap using a needle to create a bull’s eye: past the Dremel drilled point and exactly opposite where the crack stops?
I tend to think the little drilling at 2/16th of an inch in front of the crack end suffices to serve the purpose of stopping the crack from propagating, and rather fear the tapping would create multi-directional crack seeds (but apparently that’s not the case as you’ve successfully completed thousands of repairs that held up but I’m trying to understand why my theory isn’t valid). The drilling with the Dremel creates a tiny crater that catches and ends the crack from proceeding further. So, I’d like to learn of your comments on my theories.
Hi tim may i know brand you used. And how much the tool kit
Good question Joe,
We can repair a crack over 2 to 3 months old, However cracks over 3 months old will have some dirt in them and will show more. It really depends on where the crack is in the windshield we will repair cracks up to 6 months old in many cases.
We have more than one tool. you can go to the Crack Eraser web site and see the tools and prices.
You can repair a crack if you can reach the tip to drill it. you need to load the injector by putting the resin in the bottom then installing the injector seal.
Our Crack Eraser system only works on laminated glass such as a windshield. I will not work for home windows.
Good question Goofy Goof it depends on the length of the crack when we first invented the technology we said 18 inches now we have improved on it to where we can do 24 inches or longer. If the crack is only a couple of weeks old we can perform the repair. If the crack is over a month or two old then it will have dirt in it and we usually would not do the repair. We prefer to repair cracks less than 3 months old after that we recommend replacement.
Can I know where you are? My windshield was cracked yesterday.
Thank you.
Tom,
You have not tested technology as we have, We see repairs that we have performed years ago and they are still holding fine. We provide a lifetime warranty and give money back on all repairs that fail over time. You have not done your research, People said the same about chip repair for years.
Hey Tim. Where are you located? Im needing a 5" crack repair
Most states will not inspect a vehicle even if its been repaired, just replace it and move on
Great Question Eaglethorn,
Most shops only want to replace windshields. We do have people in CA,TX,CO,OK, and other places including international. We are a growing company however we do not have very good coverage as most of the shops are very slow to bring this technology on and just want to put in new windshields and it is a shame.
Sooo, basically, what you are saying, is that most shops can only repair cracks up to the length of a dollar bill, and I would have had to replace my windshield anyway. The nearest windshield repair shop, for me, was in Omaha, Nebraska.
Where in Tx?
We are located in Monument Colorado
Tim Evans how much would you charge to fix mine? It's about 30" long...don't want to turn it in to my insurance either.
I wish you was in Georgia
Derick Chilli- I am in Atlanta and I got a minor windshield crack on my Bimmer. Let me know if you can get it back to its original look.
I am impressed. Had a rock hit awhile ago & now a crack. Wish you were in Phoenix...I'd call you.
Excellent!
Any locations in San Diego, Ca
i think i'm going to get mine fixed instead of replacing. my crack starts at the side and has stretched out to probably 20 inches. very interesting video!
Thank You Derek!
This is the best repair skill I have seen.
That is pretty amazing! I have an Alfa 164 with a crack at the base of the windscreen not even as large as this. Safelite said they couldn't do anything about it, but obviously in can be done. (I'll also have to have something done because new windscreens are hard to source.) It may not be perfect, but it was pretty amazing how much of an improvement it made. I didn't notice anything until you mentioned the roof of the McDonald's. Thanks for the honesty! Are there any stores in Wisconsin? I'd drive because it looks like it can be done while you wait!
That is correct if you have a good UV source such as the sun you are fine with just the sun curing the resin, however in the evening as the sun is going down I like to use a lamp to make sure the resin cures properly.
And then an UFO appears at 07:55 in the upper left corner above the UV lamp
That's called a bird, LOL
Lol, Saucer shaped gull
Ty Reach b
Would this work to repair a rectangle coffee table glass top that had cracked in half?
my rocket scientist engineer fiance says I didn't reduce it to the lowest common denominator but to 2/16" is still 1/8" but you are correct.
So could u start drilling at a 8th of inch away or does it have to be 2 /16th
Dude, get a clue. Everyone knows that you should start drilling at 4/32 of an inch. Duh.
Go to the Crack Eraser web site. We do sell resin and bridges.
Hello Aaron,
The acrylics will work if the crack has some dirt in it however the crack will just show more. If your crack is over 3 months old It will have dirt in it and you may want to replace it instead of repair.
Ok Thanks 8) Yes its been way over 3 months and I dont have the money to replace it at this time ! I didnt know if there was a way to clean it and then use the Epoxy kit and have it work fairly well ?
You know the saying the person who thinks they are the smartest person in room usually is not.
What if the person who said that thought he was the smartest person in the room?
Tim,
Whats app nomber please
are you guys located in california
Just collecting my jaw off the ground. I wonder when technology like this will hit northern Europe. Awesome stuff!
Absolutely amazing. Thank you.
Any state having oil tankers and other related traffic would be great for you, especially if your work holds up as well as seems to. I had replaced a windshield a few years ago, and in less than a month I had a piece of gravel hit the windshield.
Bin Evs You can only repair laminated glass so it would not work on a phone screen.
so all this is is a thin viscosity leading a thicker one in the back? How does this make the repair on such a thin crack any nicer?
2/16 of an inch
James Heslop
not to confuse with 1/8!
lol...
1/8
He meant 4/32's (or even 8/64ths)
Hi Susan,
At this time I do not have anyone in your area. I am sorry that most shops are still replacing these repairable windshields.
Did Mc Donald's pay you to advertise their company?
Best and most informative how to on youtube.
2/16 of an inch. I have never heard anyone refer to 1/8" as 2/16 of an inch.
Me Neither....lol
How about 4/32nds...lol
8/64ths...arrr arrr arrr
That is VERY good! I wish you were near me, I have two brand new cars both with long cracks. A major name repaired one while it was smaller but didn't do a good job stopping the crack. I know it is no guarantee, but I think the tech didn't chip it enough at the end of the existing crack.
Thank you! You can go to our certified Partners page and see if someone is close to you. crackeraser.com/windshield-repair-specialists/
2/16"......damn.... i went 1/8".... I am so stupid...
lmao, my thoughts exactly.
It's easy to make that mistake because the 2/16 mark is hidden behind the 1/8 mark on the ruler.
That's nothing. I went 4/32!!!!
Does the repair work on tempered glass?
SafeLight Hates you. lol
Hi Tim
I'm from Canada.
Does every glass repair shop "repair" long cracks...????
Thx
crackeraser
can a similar repair be effected on the inside of a windscreen? You'd be working almost upside down on a steeply raked windscreen
And you just duped another. The windshield is broken and will NEVER be as strong as the original. Of course your deceptive sign advertising your business is smoke and mirrors also. Another sham by the insurance company to not pay for repair for the customers. I hope you don't cost someone their life when the air-bag deploys.
you said what I was thinking about nice job! Life is worth more than a road side crack ripoff man.
In Korea the idiot that posted before you.
Have your kits changed since this video? I don't see kits for anything longer than 6 inches, and the tools aren't the same as what's on t his video.
Will this work to fix the crack in my ass?
lmao
LMCOOMP !!! lOLOLOLOLLOLOLOLOLOLOLLLLL!!!!!
Great video!
Can I drill a hole and stop the crack from spreading for now and then repair it in summer?
if not interested how can i bye the same necessary equipment and the estimation cost
Why you did firstly carve the glass ?
Hello Art, I installed for years but I only do repairs now. I like the repairs business it is easier for me and my customers.
How much would this cost me?
What percentage of cracks wind up being cracked on the inside (inside of car/vehicle)not outside
all windshield repair kits come with a training DVD and there's lots of training on RUclips also or you can come to Colorado and train
is he leaning on the fender or is it protected? I am getting a chip repaired tomorrow and worried about them scratching the fender by leaning on it.
About 2/16th. You need to be just ahead of the crack so when you tap the bulls-eye the tip of the crack connects to the bulls-eye and not past it,
How can I fix my car please, I don't have the tools you used, help me out.
Will they pass safety inspection like this?
It very nice job repair. Will this crack came back if you live in North America area where you need to use heater and ice scraper during winter?
Crack Eraser is based in Colorado at 7,000 feet with lots of snow and temperature changes.
Yes if the dash is not in the way of the injector you can load it from the bottom and inject from the inside.
Hi Tim, How much is the kit, and if i wanted just the liquid ???
Does this work just the same on cracked mirrors?
@BASSANDCARGUY219 I agree. I thought there would be a tube of resin or something for maybe 40 bucks. No, this is awesome. Instead of getting my whole windshield replaced, I could potentially do more damage, scratch the paint of my car, AND still be able to see where my crack was.
Tim I have seen to many repair Kit, but I never seen a repair as great of a work as this .What do you used ? What's the requirements ?what kinda glue do you used .I wanted to test this out in my car got the same windshield Crack like that .What do you think of a Rain x repair Kit is that any good also ?Do you used that ?
is it really necessary to drill the small hole at the end? what is the likelihood of the crack spreading after you fill it will the resin?
The stop drill is a necessary part of the repair process. The likelihood of the crack spreading is less than 1%
Tim Evans is that 1% with or without drilling?
Spork 357 We always drill a crack it is part of the repair process, if you do not drill you will have many that fail. We always drill.
Where can I purchase the tool for tapping a bulls eye?
I wish you guys were in California I really need my windshield repaired!
In the USA most repairs are covered and paid for by the customer's insurance company. We have sold our technology in Australia. I am not sure how they are using it and charging for it. If it was a cash repair in the US we would charge $80.00 for the repair.
how much to repair the long cracks? 6inch and up.. i can still get the hole windshield replace for $170