Great to see someone take pride in their work. Professional results. I'm having my windshield replaced on my camaro by safelite next week here on the east coast. I hope the tech has the same attention to detail.
@@Xedilian LOL, all you had to say was rust and not ramble on so much. Otherwise he looks way more professional than he actually is but he is a decent tech for sure. Sadly though, rust is a HUGE deal so everything he did was for nothing. He pulled the cowl at least...
This is as professional as you can get! I'm having a windshield put in my Chrysler Town and country. It is a small locally owned glass company and they are supposed to fast and good! They are definitely earning their money!
Professional!! Awesome job. I have a 2016 RDX Acura that has to get a windshield replacement today. I'm using a company called pinnacle on Long Island New York. I had to go for aftermarket not OEM. Charging me $250 for install. I hope it's a name brand like PGW, pilkington, or AP tech.
This is awesome, I hope when I get a windshield replacement tech he takes pride in his work like u, I just got a crack on my tacoma couple days ago and pissed me off royally, awesome job 👍🏽👍🏽
I liked the professional service, not those gambiarras that some silly guys do as a joke and teach you wrong, congratulations, I finally learned the right thing, how it's done, thank you.
Ive never seen someone put so much effort into protecting a customers car on an install... especially not an old car with paint fade and obviously at least 1 other windshield install. Only critique i would give you big dawg is get a BTB or even cheapo flat scrapers. That long knife trim gives me the panic. 😂
Ya I’m aware of everyone using the BTB scrapers now. I started installing 14 years ago and all I seen everyone use back then was long knifes. I don’t do this full time. I’m a glazer as install windows as well. But I get its time to evolve and start using a scraper 👍
Beautiful so beautiful ❤️ love how you care even when the car's not in the best condition you really made that car look beautiful again that paint is popping now all because of that windshield you installed so meticulously❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Not bad at all, I personally don’t use that much premier but to each their own. Good Job on it. And I don’t see many people throwing it in V too! Nice!
Thank you!! I have tried both and you are correct you’re definitely less likely to scratch the pinch weld. I definitely need to invest in some and get used to it. Been doing it so long a certain way but I know the wrd tool of the way to go. Thanks for watching!
That was a very common tool 4 to 5 years ago. The long blade. Don’t see them much anymore, but as long as you know what your doing it’s not going to scratch anything. A BTB or “ big red” can scratch just as easy with an untrained hand 👍.
Ya I started installing 14 years ago and honestly never seen anyone use scrapers back then.. only long knife’s. But now I see everyone uses scrapers now and I’ll start using them in the future. I’m mostly a glazer and window installer tho
Hi what tools and supplies are those you use in the video I’m a mechanic and am learning different things and glass replacements is one of them mind shedding some light on tips and tricks I’m gonna practice on the salvage cars I have but would like to know the type of tools you would need
I work for a commercial glass company (strorefront/curtainwall mainly). I am an estimator (read plans and bid jobs in the office) and I run the fabication in the shop. I installed for a year or so and have a couple years of experience with replacing door lites and side lites and wet glazing glass into different systems. With that said.....should I save a few hundred and order the glass myself and do the work myself? I know i will have to buy a few things I'm sure, however if I just have glass cost basically and my own labor is it worth it for me to do the work. I love to save money and my dedctible is 750 and safelite wants $500. I can get the glass for $250 i believe. Also I wouldnt mind having a little side gig since the company i work for doesnt offer it they wouldnt care what I do from home.
Great video! Question: Is it possible during a repair like this, a part of the dash can get loose and separated from whatever keeps it locked or stuck in place? I ask because my windshield was replaced a couple months ago, and since then, there's been a constant clicking or rattling sound on bumps or rough roads. I've tested so many other things, but I think I've finally discovered that on the passenger side of the dash near where the glass is set, the dash is loose and sounds to be what's making the clicking. This was definitely not an issue before my windshield replacement. Thanks!
@@donniebowers8969 honestly never ran into that issue before when installing. I avoid even touching the dash unless I’m cleaning it with glass cleaner and paper towel. Maybe reach out the whoever installed your windshield and let them know the troubles your having. Wish I could help more but i really don’t know much when it comes to dash repair.. thanks for watching! Hope you can get that figured out
@@deebee9751 all from Equalizer website. Just type in Equalizer auto glass tools and the website should pop up. Been meaning to put all the tools I use in the description it’s just a lot 😅
what do you do with a new model who has front 360 camera, how do you remove and install it back like it came out of the dealership? the camera must be alignment with the radar, how do you do that?
@@beastmode1715 I’ve been meaning to post some links.. sorry!! there’s just so much! And I’m using mostly old school tools there is better options out there now a days. Everything I use you can get from equalizer website. Just type in equalizer auto glass tools in google and they will have everything you need. To cut out the windshield I use a cold knife, and the sawzall type tool is called the equalizer ambush. Helps a ton on removal. I’ll post some links soon tho thanks for the reminder. And thanks for watching!
@@stephenkennedy3020 I’ll post some links soon but everything used is from equalizer website. They have everything you need! For removal i use a cold knife and the sawzall type tool I use is called the equalizer ambush
On my 1970 nova all the channels are new bare metal. Should I leave it bare before painting the whole car for you to prime or you want the car painted 1st then you sand and prime/install?
You make this look easy. So what came first this or window cleaning? I find it interesting and am curious what it would take for a window cleaner to get into windshield replacement.
Derek Holloway what’s up man! So I actually started with auto glass and window installation/ glazing about 10 years ago. Been window cleaning for a little over a year now. Thanks for watching man
Happened to me once with a 323 Mazda 1997... 100 km per hour on the highway, managed to pull over and reshape the hood so it can close.. luckily didn't break my windshield. This is what happens when you check oil when you are smoking a joint 😂😂😂😂
Dam I feel like the last guy to see your content. Wonderful videos. Do you have a link for the suction tool you used @ 3:15 ? Do you have a link for it ??
Thanks so much for watching I really appreciate it! Just type this into Amazon and it should pop up. “ZUOS A pair of 6" Vertical Vacuum Suction Cup” Or if you type in auto glass suction cup they should pop up. Please let me know if you have any other questions I’m happy to help! 🤙
It will, 3m makes a tape that works very well aswell primer and urethane will work tho just make sure it’s a thin flat bead of urethane. Popsicle stick works great
wish I could do this and save money...im paying 350.00 to get my windsheild replaced today...thanks for showing how its done.... how long did it take you ?
It typically takes me 30 minutes to an hour depending on the make and model. I know it looks easy but it takes a while to learn to do it properly. Running the glue is the most important part to make sure the contact is consistent with the glass. Make sure to inspect the vehicle around the windshield especially to make sure they don’t do any damage. Best of luck! Thanks for watching!
@@miketheglassguy7568 thanks for your prompt reply! They told me to wait at least 24 hours..to use a car wash...and there is red tape n the front top section of the new glass. Very much needed.
@@thundergrace sounds about right. Also for 24 hours make sure not to slam your doors shut with the windows rolled all the way up. All that built up air pressure can pop a hole through the urethane(glue) while it’s still trying to cure.
I’m hesitant to have my windshield replaced in my Tacoma because I’m afraid someone will gouge the frame and in a few years I will have rust bleeding out of it.
Do you use a heater for the urethane or was the sun and asphalt sufficient enough? And do you notice much of a difference between laying the urethane on the pinch weld vs the windshield like a lot of installers preach? About to do my first windshield. Trying to make sure I don’t need to do it twice 😂
In the summer I don’t heat the up the urethane at all. Unless they have been sitting in the truck overnight and it was below freezing you should be fine. I prefer to lay it on the pinch weld especially if your new at this I recommend pinch weld you have more room for error. If you run the bead on the glass the bottom of the windshield can be hard to lay it on the pinch weld exactly where it needs to go. Best of luck! You got this!!
The ONLY reason to put urethane on the window instead of the body is because safelite says "that's how OE does it" Except OE also always uses setting pins and robots to both lay the glue and the glass. Humans are not as accurate as robots. Put the glue on the pinchweld. There are like maybe 3 vehicles I can think of where putting glue on the glass is actually preferable, and one is a Volvo where taking the hood off would almost be required to run the pinchweld. And the other ones are all big ass vans with huge windows and it's just easier to glue the glass and set them.
I do glass repair everyday, i know and appreciate good effort, but i also know scratches when i see them, it may take a few extra minutes but have you ever considered a push blade ? Good work though man, not easy doing an install un-aided.
I started installing 14 years ago and honestly never seen anyone use scrapers back then. Only long knifes. It’s all I ever was used to but I understand now everyone uses scrapers and will definitely start using them in the future. I don’t do auto glass full time. Im a glazer and window installer mostly. I can assure you tho any scratches are made I always prime and make sure proper steps are made. Thanks for watching man! 🤙
Mike: I have a brand new Mazda 2023 4 door 3 sedan sport, under lease, I noticed the last day or so that I somehow had road or rock damage, or deliberate damage, with hairline cracking or chipping rather, in various spots on the windshield. It almost looks like the wipers did some damage too, on the lines of the wiper arcs, but I don't see how since the vehicle is not a month old or so. Also, how do you replace Mazda windshield since the upper center interior of it has that large plastic rearview mirror/seatbelt alarms etc. electronics module seated on it? Is that removable like the mirror, easily? I have no idea. I'm bringing the car in tomorrow to my dealer and praying they can just replace the windshield. The chipping isn't the worst ever but it's already noticeable and marring the view a bit. I was super pissed off. Also my street has been ripped up the past two days and then Monday again, for repaving! So all kinds of rocks and shit has been thrown up for days here. Really great when you just took delivery of a new car! Are road damage or deliberate damage usually covered by the dealer on a new leased car? I know most repairs or defects are, minus tire wear and tear. I've never had cracks or chips so bad before I had to have repaired, ever. And again, this car is a month old. The scratches and chipping are surface, not deep.
Hi there! Sorry that happened to you. Unfortunately it is pretty common but it being such a new vehicle the dealer should definitely take care of you and it really just depends on what insurance you have. Do you have full coverage? Also you don’t have to take it to a dealer if the wait is very long then I recommend going to your local auto glass shop that has good reviews and might not have to wait as long. As far as the installation every vehicle is different. Yours most likely has a rain sensor and lane departure system which is behind that plastic piece behind the rear view mirror. All of that doesn’t need to be replaced don’t worry. It’s just a brakes that comes on the new windshield and you just unplug the sensors and re plug it in after you install the new glass. If that makes sense?
@@miketheglassguy7568 Aye, thanks. I see the windshield lays just over the box here. It’s more like scratch-streaking. I think a truck kicked up rocks the other day on the road.
Broad question but i havent done or had training for a windshield install and im planning on finishing up the install on my s10 would the hardest part about the install be the beading and correct hieght of the urethane ? And also in what situation would i need to use glass/urethane primer under the urethane ?
That is definitely one of the most important parts. It takes a while to learn how to lay the bead correctly. If your off even a little bit it can cause air leaks. Also the urethane tubes are hard to push out so a electric caulking gun is recommended. You only have so long to run the bead till it starts to cure and won’t stick to the glass properly. Also depending on what urethane you get most do require primer that goes with the urethane. You can’t use a different brand primer for the urethane or it won’t stick. There are some primerless urethane just might be a longer safe drive away time. Also making sure the old urethane stuck to the vehicle is trimmed down properly. You want it nice and flat. About 1/8 inch sticking up. Not too close to the pinch wield. If you see rust then grind out as much as you can without damaging the pinch wield and use black primer that goes with whatever brand of urethane you get. Hope this helps! Please feel free to ask me any questions I’m happy to help!
@miketheglassguy7568 thank you for the info makes me a lot more confident I can do it now with the right information it'll be up to trial n error if not done right the first time lol. hope you have a good day sir!
So, I have this weird plastic/rubber/metal trim around my windshield that was adhered on. It doesn’t pull away like that car did. Any tips to get this off ?
Honestly just comes down to personal preference. Some people prefer the one with the handle but I feel I have more control with this one. But again that’s just me I know tons of other installers that use a handle
@@miketheglassguy7568 Thanks! I'm just doing a single job on a quarter glass and wasn't sure which of the two would be best, as 08693 is half the price as 08609.
@@cup_and_cone in that case definitely go with that one for sure. The more expensive stuff has a quicker safe drive away time so as long as the customer isn’t in a major rush then no worries!
Hey. Got a. (?) Why would you cover interior seat covers ,fenders and dashboard just to replace windshield .when it seems like a jacked top ride with a old clunker dirtyass engine from a local junkyard
Ya i know it might seem pretty ridiculous to go through all those steps when the vehicle is in this condition. I will say that most customers appreciate when I take those extra steps no matter what condition the vehicle is in. Actually this customer thanked me when he noticed and tipped me because that was his daughter’s first car and it meant a lot to him that I take pride in my work. Also it’s just a habit for me. Thanks for watching!!
This vehicle had no rain sensors or Lane departure system so there was nothing to calibrate if that makes sense? There are certain vehicles that do require it but only the newer models. Thanks for watching! 🤙
I put a new moulding onto the new windshield before install. Sometimes you can save the old one. They are so cheap though it’s best to just replace it. Some mouldings come attached to the new windshield. Thanks for watching!
That’s called an Equalizer tool. This specific brand is called Ambush. If you type in Ambush Equalizer auto glass tool in google it should pop up. Thanks for watching!
I’m wanting to get into this, but unfortunately no one around me wants it to teach me bc I’d be the competition. Any advice? Would you be willing to sell me a couple of in depth how to vids??
It really depends. Every market is different. What’s the year of your 4runner and what state and I can give you a ballpark but I suggest calling around your local shops and see who has the best deal. Thanks for watching!
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for someone who is currently trying this to his own car , sir this was amazing.
What's the name of the caulking anyone????
@user-bc2gb9jg4i most places who don't have there own brand might use Sika urethane
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@@user-bc2gb9jg4iI use regular house silicone
@@user-bc2gb9jg4iu figure it out? I’ve got a 10th gen ford ion really feel like paying someone to do lmfao
Probably my most enjoyable diy on a car so far, plus great choice of music, very relaxing.
Thanks so much Jon that means a lot! Thanks for watching 🤙
Sir i have worked as a windscreen fitter for 6 months and watching you sketched me tf out 😂
Great to see someone take pride in their work. Professional results. I'm having my windshield replaced on my camaro by safelite next week here on the east coast. I hope the tech has the same attention to detail.
If it's a safelite tech, I can promise you one thing... the only thing most of them are good at is hiding how badly they damaged your vehicle. 😂
DONT USE SAFELITE
WORST AROUND ANYWHERE
Be nice
Bullshit! Love to see you do it!
@@Xedilian LOL, all you had to say was rust and not ramble on so much. Otherwise he looks way more professional than he actually is but he is a decent tech for sure. Sadly though, rust is a HUGE deal so everything he did was for nothing. He pulled the cowl at least...
This is as professional as you can get! I'm having a windshield put in my Chrysler Town and country. It is a small locally owned glass company and they are supposed to fast and good! They are definitely earning their money!
What did they charge you for that car?
Just my luck, I have a Corolla to change a windshield on and I was just looking for a general video 😅 thank you so much
Just the video I was looking for...thanks guy
Great job. The owner must be happy
You do a really good job, I’m looking for a place to replace my windshield, I hope I find someone as good as you..
I do this all day on all sorts of cars good job bro! I couldn’t have done it any better.
Professional!!
Awesome job. I have a 2016 RDX Acura that has to get a windshield replacement today.
I'm using a company called pinnacle on Long Island New York.
I had to go for aftermarket not OEM.
Charging me $250 for install. I hope it's a name brand like PGW, pilkington, or AP tech.
Wow, u made it look so easy! Great Video.
Very interesting to watch! Guy knows what he’s doing!
Bro that hand set was wild. Only the one woods cup and you didn’t need to line up anything. I’d love to do that with a heavy ass windshield lol
This is awesome, I hope when I get a windshield replacement tech he takes pride in his work like u, I just got a crack on my tacoma couple days ago and pissed me off royally, awesome job 👍🏽👍🏽
Thanks for the kind words! 🙏🤙
I liked the professional service, not those gambiarras that some silly guys do as a joke and teach you wrong, congratulations, I finally learned the right thing, how it's done, thank you.
Nothing wrong with that fitting! Good stuff man
Ty. That looks great. You are very professional. 👌👏and know what are you doing. 👍
Making a hard job look easy! Keep it up!
PowerWash Plus Thanks man will do
Excellent video mate good job
This is the man I want changing my windshield just saying 👊👊
Ive never seen someone put so much effort into protecting a customers car on an install... especially not an old car with paint fade and obviously at least 1 other windshield install.
Only critique i would give you big dawg is get a BTB or even cheapo flat scrapers. That long knife trim gives me the panic. 😂
Ya I’m aware of everyone using the BTB scrapers now. I started installing 14 years ago and all I seen everyone use back then was long knifes. I don’t do this full time. I’m a glazer as install windows as well. But I get its time to evolve and start using a scraper 👍
Cool sawzall hand-made blade! 😎
Top Job, thanks for sharing !!
I wouldn’t worry about scratching the wing mate, looking at the state of that heap
Beautiful so beautiful ❤️ love how you care even when the car's not in the best condition you really made that car look beautiful again that paint is popping now all because of that windshield you installed so meticulously❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Not bad at all, I personally don’t use that much premier but to each their own. Good Job on it. And I don’t see many people throwing it in V too! Nice!
Thanks for watching! 🤙 appreciate the feedback
Nice replacement! Have you tried the btb or the wrd urethane trim tool? A lot easier in my opinion. Less scratches too.
Thank you!! I have tried both and you are correct you’re definitely less likely to scratch the pinch weld. I definitely need to invest in some and get used to it. Been doing it so long a certain way but I know the wrd tool of the way to go. Thanks for watching!
That was a very common tool 4 to 5 years ago. The long blade. Don’t see them much anymore, but as long as you know what your doing it’s not going to scratch anything. A BTB or “ big red” can scratch just as easy with an untrained hand 👍.
Ya I started installing 14 years ago and honestly never seen anyone use scrapers back then.. only long knife’s. But now I see everyone uses scrapers now and I’ll start using them in the future. I’m mostly a glazer and window installer tho
nice paint job...
That windshield is worth more than the entire car 😂
The money hey put in to maintain and stuff is worth it i guess
😂😂😂
🙄🙄. Let’s them be happy with the new windshield. You just relax take a cup of coffee maybe and shill Shhh 🤫
Lol original post is accurate AF @@arniesanchez4186
Be humble bro
Hi what tools and supplies are those you use in the video I’m a mechanic and am learning different things and glass replacements is one of them mind shedding some light on tips and tricks I’m gonna practice on the salvage cars I have but would like to know the type of tools you would need
Proper prep and install 🤝
Getting training atm from a 16+ years expert!
Thanks I really appreciate that! Best of luck on your training! 💪
Could you include a list of products you used?
I work for a commercial glass company (strorefront/curtainwall mainly). I am an estimator (read plans and bid jobs in the office) and I run the fabication in the shop. I installed for a year or so and have a couple years of experience with replacing door lites and side lites and wet glazing glass into different systems. With that said.....should I save a few hundred and order the glass myself and do the work myself? I know i will have to buy a few things I'm sure, however if I just have glass cost basically and my own labor is it worth it for me to do the work. I love to save money and my dedctible is 750 and safelite wants $500. I can get the glass for $250 i believe. Also I wouldnt mind having a little side gig since the company i work for doesnt offer it they wouldnt care what I do from home.
Great video! Question:
Is it possible during a repair like this, a part of the dash can get loose and separated from whatever keeps it locked or stuck in place? I ask because my windshield was replaced a couple months ago, and since then, there's been a constant clicking or rattling sound on bumps or rough roads. I've tested so many other things, but I think I've finally discovered that on the passenger side of the dash near where the glass is set, the dash is loose and sounds to be what's making the clicking. This was definitely not an issue before my windshield replacement. Thanks!
@@donniebowers8969 honestly never ran into that issue before when installing. I avoid even touching the dash unless I’m cleaning it with glass cleaner and paper towel. Maybe reach out the whoever installed your windshield and let them know the troubles your having. Wish I could help more but i really don’t know much when it comes to dash repair..
thanks for watching! Hope you can get that figured out
Great video. Which mastic do you advice for this job? Specially for DIY.
mind share all the tools, glues and cleaning liquid information?
Super Job! 👍🏻
Great detailed video bro. Where did you get those windshield removal tools at?
@@deebee9751 all from Equalizer website. Just type in Equalizer auto glass tools and the website should pop up. Been meaning to put all the tools I use in the description it’s just a lot 😅
for what is the blue tape for? Nice video!
what do you do with a new model who has front 360 camera, how do you remove and install it back like it came out of the dealership? the camera must be alignment with the radar, how do you do that?
Awsome just looking to see if I can remove a good window and just replace the glue it’s not the same when you care for the window thanks for your vid
Simply educational. What song was this btw?
Fantastic only took 4 minutes
I know this video is 5 years old, can there be links to the tools used in video? It would be very helpful, thank you
@@beastmode1715 I’ve been meaning to post some links.. sorry!! there’s just so much! And I’m using mostly old school tools there is better options out there now a days. Everything I use you can get from equalizer website. Just type in equalizer auto glass tools in google and they will have everything you need.
To cut out the windshield I use a cold knife, and the sawzall type tool is called the equalizer ambush. Helps a ton on removal. I’ll post some links soon tho thanks for the reminder. And thanks for watching!
The perfect profession for Colorado everybody has a broken windshield😊
Nicely done. Would love to know what all those tools and sprays in each step used are called :D
@@stephenkennedy3020 I’ll post some links soon but everything used is from equalizer website. They have everything you need! For removal i use a cold knife and the sawzall type tool I use is called the equalizer ambush
On my 1970 nova all the channels are new bare metal. Should I leave it bare before painting the whole car for you to prime or you want the car painted 1st then you sand and prime/install?
You make this look easy. So what came first this or window cleaning? I find it interesting and am curious what it would take for a window cleaner to get into windshield replacement.
Derek Holloway what’s up man! So I actually started with auto glass and window installation/ glazing about 10 years ago. Been window cleaning for a little over a year now. Thanks for watching man
Great work
Dope job and video 💯
Thanks for watchin!! 🤙
Nice work!Why in my country isnt such people doing this job at home.🙄
Thank you for your kind words! 🤙
Hi. You did amazing job. I really want to learn how to install windshield. Is it possible to know what silicone and brand of tools your using?
Thanks for watching!! So mostly everything I’m using I get from Equalizer.com. The brand of urethane I use is Dow Beta seal one.
so my hood lifted up and it smashed into my windshield. do u think that i should get the windshield replaced first?
Happened to me once with a 323 Mazda 1997... 100 km per hour on the highway, managed to pull over and reshape the hood so it can close.. luckily didn't break my windshield.
This is what happens when you check oil when you are smoking a joint 😂😂😂😂
Dam I feel like the last guy to see your content. Wonderful videos. Do you have a link for the suction tool you used @ 3:15 ? Do you have a link for it ??
Thanks so much for watching I really appreciate it! Just type this into Amazon and it should pop up.
“ZUOS A pair of 6" Vertical Vacuum Suction Cup”
Or if you type in auto glass suction cup they should pop up. Please let me know if you have any other questions I’m happy to help! 🤙
ok so now i ll do the same by myself thank you
Nice lil beat . I just wrecked on that beat with a lil 3 min freestyle 😂😎
Haha hell yeah it’s the perfect freestyle beat! 👏😎
Great job, Bro. 🥰🫶🏻🥰
Thanks for watching! I appreciate your support!! 🤙
Nice work! 🤙
Thanks so much for watching!! 🤙
now for the rest of the car ?
What’s your opinion of plexi glass windshields?
What tool is on the reciprocating saw?
Hi,what will bond rubber to glass,will the windscreen bond and primer work for this also ?
It will, 3m makes a tape that works very well aswell primer and urethane will work tho just make sure it’s a thin flat bead of urethane. Popsicle stick works great
@@codyreiter1296 thank you
What did you use to install, special glue?
It’s called urethane. Thanks for watching!
Definitely need a new windshield for my ol ford
wish I could do this and save money...im paying 350.00 to get my windsheild replaced today...thanks for showing how its done.... how long did it take you ?
It typically takes me 30 minutes to an hour depending on the make and model. I know it looks easy but it takes a while to learn to do it properly. Running the glue is the most important part to make sure the contact is consistent with the glass. Make sure to inspect the vehicle around the windshield especially to make sure they don’t do any damage. Best of luck! Thanks for watching!
@@miketheglassguy7568 thanks for your prompt reply! They told me to wait at least 24 hours..to use a car wash...and there is red tape n the front top section of the new glass. Very much needed.
@@thundergrace sounds about right. Also for 24 hours make sure not to slam your doors shut with the windows rolled all the way up. All that built up air pressure can pop a hole through the urethane(glue) while it’s still trying to cure.
I’m hesitant to have my windshield replaced in my Tacoma because I’m afraid someone will gouge the frame and in a few years I will have rust bleeding out of it.
What about replacing the rubber beading around the windshield for waterproofing?
It’s already on the new window. Plus that does nothing, the urethane he shoots actually keeps the water out.
This windshield came with a new molding attached. I never try to save the old molding
Do you use a heater for the urethane or was the sun and asphalt sufficient enough? And do you notice much of a difference between laying the urethane on the pinch weld vs the windshield like a lot of installers preach?
About to do my first windshield. Trying to make sure I don’t need to do it twice 😂
In the summer I don’t heat the up the urethane at all. Unless they have been sitting in the truck overnight and it was below freezing you should be fine. I prefer to lay it on the pinch weld especially if your new at this I recommend pinch weld you have more room for error. If you run the bead on the glass the bottom of the windshield can be hard to lay it on the pinch weld exactly where it needs to go. Best of luck! You got this!!
The ONLY reason to put urethane on the window instead of the body is because safelite says "that's how OE does it"
Except OE also always uses setting pins and robots to both lay the glue and the glass.
Humans are not as accurate as robots.
Put the glue on the pinchweld. There are like maybe 3 vehicles I can think of where putting glue on the glass is actually preferable, and one is a Volvo where taking the hood off would almost be required to run the pinchweld.
And the other ones are all big ass vans with huge windows and it's just easier to glue the glass and set them.
Brother you gotta list your tools for the job !
I do glass repair everyday, i know and appreciate good effort, but i also know scratches when i see them, it may take a few extra minutes but have you ever considered a push blade ? Good work though man, not easy doing an install un-aided.
I started installing 14 years ago and honestly never seen anyone use scrapers back then. Only long knifes. It’s all I ever was used to but I understand now everyone uses scrapers and will definitely start using them in the future. I don’t do auto glass full time. Im a glazer and window installer mostly. I can assure you tho any scratches are made I always prime and make sure proper steps are made.
Thanks for watching man! 🤙
Mike: I have a brand new Mazda 2023 4 door 3 sedan sport, under lease, I noticed the last day or so that I somehow had road or rock damage, or deliberate damage,
with hairline cracking or chipping rather, in various spots on the windshield. It almost looks like the wipers did some damage too, on the lines of the wiper arcs, but
I don't see how since the vehicle is not a month old or so. Also, how do you replace Mazda windshield since the upper center interior of it has that large plastic rearview
mirror/seatbelt alarms etc. electronics module seated on it? Is that removable like the mirror, easily? I have no idea. I'm bringing the car in tomorrow to my dealer
and praying they can just replace the windshield. The chipping isn't the worst ever but it's already noticeable and marring the view a bit. I was super pissed off.
Also my street has been ripped up the past two days and then Monday again, for repaving! So all kinds of rocks and shit has been thrown up for days here. Really great
when you just took delivery of a new car! Are road damage or deliberate damage usually covered by the dealer on a new leased car? I know most repairs or defects are,
minus tire wear and tear. I've never had cracks or chips so bad before I had to have repaired, ever. And again, this car is a month old. The scratches and chipping are surface,
not deep.
Hi there! Sorry that happened to you. Unfortunately it is pretty common but it being such a new vehicle the dealer should definitely take care of you and it really just depends on what insurance you have. Do you have full coverage? Also you don’t have to take it to a dealer if the wait is very long then I recommend going to your local auto glass shop that has good reviews and might not have to wait as long. As far as the installation every vehicle is different. Yours most likely has a rain sensor and lane departure system which is behind that plastic piece behind the rear view mirror. All of that doesn’t need to be replaced don’t worry. It’s just a brakes that comes on the new windshield and you just unplug the sensors and re plug it in after you install the new glass. If that makes sense?
@@miketheglassguy7568 Aye, thanks. I see the windshield lays just over the box here. It’s more like scratch-streaking. I think a truck kicked up rocks the other day on the road.
what's the power tool called that you used to scrape the urethane inside the car?
Just google Ambush Equalizer auto glass tool. Thanks for watching! 🤙
Can you share a tool list? Thanks ❤
Broad question but i havent done or had training for a windshield install and im planning on finishing up the install on my s10 would the hardest part about the install be the beading and correct hieght of the urethane ? And also in what situation would i need to use glass/urethane primer under the urethane ?
That is definitely one of the most important parts. It takes a while to learn how to lay the bead correctly. If your off even a little bit it can cause air leaks. Also the urethane tubes are hard to push out so a electric caulking gun is recommended. You only have so long to run the bead till it starts to cure and won’t stick to the glass properly. Also depending on what urethane you get most do require primer that goes with the urethane. You can’t use a different brand primer for the urethane or it won’t stick. There are some primerless urethane just might be a longer safe drive away time. Also making sure the old urethane stuck to the vehicle is trimmed down properly. You want it nice and flat. About 1/8 inch sticking up. Not too close to the pinch wield. If you see rust then grind out as much as you can without damaging the pinch wield and use black primer that goes with whatever brand of urethane you get. Hope this helps! Please feel free to ask me any questions I’m happy to help!
@miketheglassguy7568 thank you for the info makes me a lot more confident I can do it now with the right information it'll be up to trial n error if not done right the first time lol. hope you have a good day sir!
@@vivddrems2300 thanks for watching man! 🤙🤘
So, I have this weird plastic/rubber/metal trim around my windshield that was adhered on. It doesn’t pull away like that car did. Any tips to get this off ?
What can I glue use? Or what is the glue name
Materials list please
You spent an awful lot of time protecting that gem 😂
What’s something like this cost?
It really depends on the year make and model. It can be anywhere from $120-$1000. Or free depending on your insurance. Thanks for watching! 🤙
I actually like the music 😂
How can i get those tools in kenya pls
Question, why do you use the two handed cold knife handle over the red U shaped handle? And benefits ?
Honestly just comes down to personal preference. Some people prefer the one with the handle but I feel I have more control with this one. But again that’s just me I know tons of other installers that use a handle
Especially on the corners of the windshield I feel like I have more control vs using a handle
Do you prefer using 08693 or 08609 for adhesive?
My favorite stuff is the Betaseal express one. I’ve used 08693 in the past and no issues tho. Thanks for watching!
@@miketheglassguy7568 Thanks! I'm just doing a single job on a quarter glass and wasn't sure which of the two would be best, as 08693 is half the price as 08609.
@@cup_and_cone in that case definitely go with that one for sure. The more expensive stuff has a quicker safe drive away time so as long as the customer isn’t in a major rush then no worries!
Do u notice the vin number plate under the windshield is acessible on every car?
I need these tools Can you rent any of these or could you provide a detailed list please
Hey. Got a. (?) Why would you cover interior seat covers ,fenders and dashboard just to replace windshield .when it seems like a jacked top ride with a old clunker dirtyass engine from a local junkyard
Ya i know it might seem pretty ridiculous to go through all those steps when the vehicle is in this condition. I will say that most customers appreciate when I take those extra steps no matter what condition the vehicle is in. Actually this customer thanked me when he noticed and tipped me because that was his daughter’s first car and it meant a lot to him that I take pride in my work. Also it’s just a habit for me. Thanks for watching!!
@@miketheglassguy7568 Great Reply Mike!
Great super
What is the name of that machine for opening the windshield
What about calibrating it afterwards how does that work
This vehicle had no rain sensors or Lane departure system so there was nothing to calibrate if that makes sense? There are certain vehicles that do require it but only the newer models. Thanks for watching! 🤙
Do you put the molding back on ?
I put a new moulding onto the new windshield before install. Sometimes you can save the old one. They are so cheap though it’s best to just replace it. Some mouldings come attached to the new windshield. Thanks for watching!
@@miketheglassguy7568 Hey man...Another great answer and more information about an install.
01:58 what machine that. Where can i buy 1
That’s called an Equalizer tool. This specific brand is called Ambush. If you type in Ambush Equalizer auto glass tool in google it should pop up. Thanks for watching!
@@miketheglassguy7568 thanks bro
My Audi a4 cabriolet back glass cloth got loose
Can I fix that
Do you have any suggestions like rino glue
Sorry I’m not sure… I think rino glue should work but I haven’t tried so I would have to tell you wrong. Thanks for watching!
Don't worry about cleaning the glass, what I want is a factory-like install.
Thanks for watching 🤙
Why would he not clean the glass regardless?
Tool list please.
Good luck. Seems to be a trade secret. I can't figure out where to source anything. Not that they'll let you buy a windshield anyway.
Do you have the list of tools you had used to replace the windshield?
I do not.. I’ll work on putting a list together and will tag you here when I do. Most the tools I order from equalizer.com Thanks for watching!
Just type in equalizer auto glass tools in google and the website should pop up.
I just saved myself 150 bucks!
That’s what I like to hear!👏
Thanks for watching! 🤙
I’m wanting to get into this, but unfortunately no one around me wants it to teach me bc I’d be the competition. Any advice? Would you be willing to sell me a couple of in depth how to vids??
How much is a Toyota 4runner front glass for sale?
It really depends. Every market is different. What’s the year of your 4runner and what state and I can give you a ballpark but I suggest calling around your local shops and see who has the best deal. Thanks for watching!
When the windshield is worth more than the whole car
🤣 this was his daughters first car and I hooked him up 😅