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Old 05-05-2008, 10:34 PM
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sorry im posting this in bay area but i want a quick response

hey i have a cracked front windshield and im gonna get it replaced is PPG the same as the OEM glass and there better glass than PPG

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Old 05-05-2008, 11:29 PM
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bump anyone?? just a little info please need it by tomorrow

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Old 05-06-2008, 05:09 AM
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Yes, PPG is basically the same as the OEM glass. How much are you getting this done for? I know someone who can replace it for about $250.
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Old 05-06-2008, 06:27 AM
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i just had AAA put in Safe Lite.... the only thing that pisses me off is the cheap *** rear view mirror mount that comes on the windshield... your mirror will never be OEM tight... it doesn't really rattle but it still pisses me off.
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Originally Posted by Ballz
Yes, PPG is basically the same as the OEM glass. How much are you getting this done for? I know someone who can replace it for about $250.
thank you but i already made an appointment to have it done
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Old 05-06-2008, 10:13 AM
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I'm on my 5th windshield and this one has a crack too lol.
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I am about to be on my second window replacement... sucks.. I want to strangle trucks that are allowed to drive on the freeway while loosing gravel out the back.

BTW I too use AAA (safelite) and I've yet to have any issue with the mirror mount *knocks on wood*
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Old 05-06-2008, 10:21 AM
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so whats the deal with suby glass? is it thinner to save weight and therefore cracks easier or what? i have never had a problem with previous cars and i always hear people with subies complaining about the front windshields
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i guess subie windows are just like subie paint =P
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Old 05-06-2008, 10:59 AM
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I had mine replaced by safelite about a year ago and the spot where the rearview mirror mounts is cracked in the adhesive area. Gonna look at getting that fixed this summer.
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The only time I replace windshields is if the crack is directly in front of me. The last two windshields I've replaced have received another chip/crack within a few months

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PPG is considered OEM equivalent. Just stay away from SafeLite glass.
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PPG is considered OEM equivalent. Just stay away from SafeLite glass.
What is wrong with SafeLite?
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The only time I replace windshields is if the crack is directly in front of me. The last two windshields I've replaced have received another chip/crack within a few months

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Shoot... I spent damn near $500 on a new windshield. I picked up my car. Was driving home from the shop.. painters tape still in place. 20 minutes later. BAM. Rock chip dead center.

My deal with windshields. I won't fix it til' I get a fix it ticket..haaa.
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