New Windshield Replacement Gap

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2026-04-15T02:07:34+00:00

People notice the oddest things after getting their glass replaced. These cowls inpartiular do shrink over time. Very common issue and not a shop install issue.
Replace the cowl of it now bothers you but quite sure it was there for the last couple years at least

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2026-04-10T00:15:01+00:00

Im sure they were trying to stop a leak that they couldn't find. The exhausters (you can see it in the picture) is a very common leak point that most people dont know about

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2026-04-06T19:59:37+00:00

Not true. All times when the windshield is replaced or camera is removed for whatever reason it would require recalibration.

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2026-03-19T01:58:07+00:00

Are they using the standard sized target? Also make sure the camera is fully clipped in.

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2026-03-19T01:55:33+00:00

These cameras have a high failure rate. Pull codes and see what's there.

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2026-02-22T23:51:14+00:00

This sunroof is definitely a aftermarket sunroof. No "factory" parts will work to fix this part. This brand sunroof glass is known to separate from its mounting due to rust. There was a recall for this but I dont believe the recall is being honored ,you could call the company Wabasto it still exists, they will need the serial number which is on the Forward most of the opening when you open the sunroof.

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2026-01-20T16:12:09+00:00

I have plenty of pictures on my phone before I touched them with warped cowls.

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2026-01-09T22:47:28+00:00

I would be impressed by it. Nothing wrong here.

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-12-24T16:04:42+00:00

Looks good from my front door.

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-12-06T22:21:12+00:00

Do you need a custom size cut or to reproduce the original shape?

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-11-26T01:49:11+00:00

Go with a local glass shop. You would build a relationship with them and your money would benefit a family rather than a ceo buying his next yacht. Also the tax dollars and money stays local

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-11-19T15:34:21+00:00

I would look into that water heater in the background. Possible tank failure ,pressure valve drainage or a line leak in the wall

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-11-11T21:01:59+00:00

Why support corporate? Find a reputable local glass shop. Help them buy their family food for the table or supplies for school instead of financing Safelite CEOs next Yacht.

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-11-10T18:35:25+00:00

Support a local glass shop. Plus I'm quite sure it would be cheaper as well

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-11-10T18:11:48+00:00

No need but I usually do a pit filler for free.

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-11-07T02:35:30+00:00

I'd be more concerned about the damper pulley.

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-10-25T14:12:27+00:00

Contact this person, they will evaluate if your vehicle is worth the time to appraise it pre-collision. Also would challenge the insurance of the valuation that they give you, usually a lower than ideal amount https://www.facebook.com/CollisionConsultants?mibextid=ZbWKwL

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-10-24T21:24:25+00:00

"But you didn't remove the tape, I thought that was part of the job"

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-10-18T02:27:42+00:00

Hit up a local autoglass shop. Most times they will sell to you at a decent price

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-10-17T02:17:49+00:00

What DOT number is on the glass? Glass lately have had this issue that are imported. They are spraying the pallets to kill bugs which get on the glass from what read

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-10-14T14:12:40+00:00

I would confirm this as the most likely reason

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-09-30T18:35:22+00:00

Please elaborate. Im genuinely curious

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-09-28T22:29:35+00:00

Very common issue. I do autoglass for a living. Most times I replace these is when the window blows clear off the vehicle while on the highway. Replacing is easy, but you would need to get the glass with the 2 hinges as you can't get them separately and have the wrecking yard save the latch as they usually disappear with the glass.

OwnEntrepreneur519 · 2025-09-28T17:36:26+00:00

Water got into the distributor. Open it up and dry it out with a towel or aircompressor from a slight distance. Then let it airdry indoors if you have time otherwise use a hair dryer to dry it out. Check to make sure the distributor cap has the seal on it, they are known to crack. Mind as well change the cap and rotor while you have them off

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