Best Windshield Repair Kit? Let’s Find Out!

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I hired a professional windshield repair technician and tested 7 Kits: Rain-X, Permatex, JB-Weld, ClearShield, Athlon Tools, Unioon, Antswish. Windshield crack repair kits compared resin quality (strength and scratch resistance), ability to push resin into damaged windshield and overall repair quality. I hired a professional repair technician to make a repair and to then provide analysis of each of the windshield repairs made using each brand.
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@cap2c484 10 месяцев назад

This is by far the number one consumer product ranking source that I have found. Been watching for a long time and you never cease to amaze me with the quality and objectivity of your reviews. Thank you so much!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much! That's definitely my goal. That gratitude expressed by everyone is highly motivating and keeps me going. I'll continue trying to improve the quality of the reviews. Thanks again!

@JT_771 10 месяцев назад

FACT

@f-puppet4059 10 месяцев назад

I completely agree. When I'm looking to buy a tool, I first check if Project Farm has done a video on it. That's what happened when I needed a jump starter. I bought the Audew, and haven't been disappointed. Thanks, Project Farm!!!

@thehimself4056 10 месяцев назад

@@ProjectFarm can you do a test on safety masks. I think several Amazon Cheapos are misleading on how effective they are.

@ezsparky 10 месяцев назад

Agreed!

@mindkiller76 10 месяцев назад

Featuring a professional, when it's rather hard to grade products was a very smart move.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much!

@Kmnri 10 месяцев назад

Yep, this took his review on whole new level, would love to see more product reviews including professionals.

@ncdave4life 10 месяцев назад

Todd, you outdid yourself this time, and that's a very high bar. A+ job!! Josh seems like a great guy! What's the name & URL of his business, please?

@HariSeldon913 10 месяцев назад

@@ProjectFarm And now that you have experience recording just hands and not showing the person's face, you are now ready to work with the LockPickingLawyer. 😺

@davidgibson5756 10 месяцев назад

@@HariSeldon913 and this old tony

@jdii5698 10 месяцев назад

I like the inclusion of a professional in the field, seeing how he does it and his opinion of the DYI kits.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much!

@rolf-smit 10 месяцев назад

It should have been a blind test though, something to consider. The human mind cannot be trusted 😂

@vahgarimo9864 10 месяцев назад

@@rolf-smit the good thing is he has no reason to lie or be biased, other than the Clearshield, which was clearly the best anyways and not really part of the actual testing

@tx2sturgis 10 месяцев назад

DYI= Do Yourself It?

@rolf-smit 10 месяцев назад

@@vahgarimo9864 you are aware that humans are biased all the time, basically without knowing? That is how our brain works 🤷‍♂️, basic psychology.

@Grey390 10 месяцев назад

I used to work at Safelite as a repair tech from 2005 to 2008 in California. Our kit was very similar to the clearshield and the professional's kit (big suction cup with one end acting as a cantilever to apply pressure to the nozzle). We did all our work under a UV shield bubble to get the best results but the process was pretty much identical. I'm very impressed with the results of some of these kits. I miss that job, it was such a great gig that let me drive all day and go to interesting places while meeting all kinds of awesome people.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing.

@MrTruckerf 10 месяцев назад

I assume a higher paying job came along or you would have stayed with it.

@rooreeves 10 месяцев назад

I used to work for a private windshield company too… I also miss it lol funny how jobs like that are so awesome. Same experience you had basically.

@philg6115 10 месяцев назад

@@MrTruckerfno, he got a job that paid less. On the plus side it's longer hours

@someusername121 10 месяцев назад

What was the ratio you found of cracks vs. chips that were repairable? I carry glass coverage just so I don't get whacked with a $500 bill every few years to replace the windshield.

@dj68k 10 месяцев назад

I got a chip a half inch from the edge of my windshield and it spread out to a 6" crack extending from the chip towards the center. I brought the car to Safelite and all they did was rub on the crack extending it another 2" and then tell me it can't be repaired and I need a new windshield for $600. I drove home, ordered the Rain-X kit on Amazon, and sealed the chip and the crack. Because the chip was next to the edge of the windsheld I used my fingers to hold the other half of the suction cups down for ten minutes while the epoxy did its thing. It's been over six months and the crack hasn't spread any further. It's visible when the light shines on it a certain way but overall I'm very pleased at saving $585 on the repair.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Fantastic! Thanks for sharing.

@AdmiralDG 10 месяцев назад

I know I am not alone in the fact that my tool box and my barn have many things in stock due solely to your videos. I am thankful beyond words for the money and effort you have saved myself and all like me.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Glad to hear! Thanks, my pleasure!

@tree_carcass_mangler 10 месяцев назад

Yep, definitely not alone in that regard.

@pablojones5613 10 месяцев назад

I have used the Rain-X kit, and was very happy with the results. Although the repairs are slightly visible if you get them in the right light, they have lasted well, and don't seem to have deteriorated in the 2 years since I did them. 😊

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing.

@michaelsams6873 10 месяцев назад

I have experienced the same results with the Rain-X kit using the same equipment with two vehicles.

@gonebyrv9748 10 месяцев назад

I used the Rain-X kit on 2 different car windshields and on a motorhome windshield, all with really good results. I like it so well that I always keep a kit on hand. Really enjoy the ProjectFarm channel and his methods of testing.

@jasoncole4089 10 месяцев назад

Agreed, like the rain x kit.

@joboy77 10 месяцев назад

I have used the Rain-X kit several times with pretty good results. A heat gun on the inside of the windshield makes all the difference to get the resin into the crack.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the feedback.

@gillt1975 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the pointer. I'm going to have to try this. How long do you use the heat gun for? Can you see the resin go in the crack?

@joboy77 10 месяцев назад

@@gillt1975 Not long at all. Just enough get the glass behind the crack fairly hot(10-20 seconds?) Yes, sometimes you can see the resin actually go into the cracks when you heat the glass up. Hope this helps.

@Toxic.D 10 месяцев назад

@@joboy77 That's not the resin, it's the foil between the glass layers. I work at Carglass and it's forbidden to heat the glass, because after a while it will crack again.

@joboy77 10 месяцев назад

Then why did the professional in the video heat the glass with his lighter?@@Toxic.D

@2shotsofvaca411 10 месяцев назад

I used that $300 kit as a teenager when I was repairing windshields and I got to the point where 1) the biggest chips were my favorite to repair and 2) I could make them completely disappear. Also the best film for curing was the plastic from a cigarette pack!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the feedback.

@RANDOMNATION907 10 месяцев назад

I wonder if the JB-Weld would have performed better using a thinner curing film? (like the wrapper from a pack of cigs)

@tysonk5347 10 месяцев назад

I liked the transparent liner from the back of automotive tint. It worked great for curing

@h8GW 10 месяцев назад

A person who takes pride in their job. We need a lot more of you in this world. Also, what kind of waste film would you recommend today? Cigarette packs are way too expensive -amoung other reasons not to buy them.-

@kishorebabunalluri7182 Месяц назад

Cant you just but a new windshield with that money?

@jaysrandomnesschannel 10 месяцев назад

This man has single handedly made me aware of and purchase so many things I wasn't aware I needed!!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you!

@ContemporaryCompendium 10 месяцев назад

It's his superpower 😁

@jaysrandomnesschannel 10 месяцев назад

@@ProjectFarm no, thank you!

@consciousobjector2507 9 месяцев назад

*LOL!*

@mauriziozanni4161 4 месяца назад

I cannot praise this man enough for the extraordinary amount of effort in producing this kind of content, which is interesting, informative and unbiased (rare quality nowadays).

@ProjectFarm 4 месяца назад

Thanks!

@Mark-rw3kw 2 месяца назад

His effort has paid off, with over 700 million combined views of all his videos. RU-vid content creators get paid based on the number of advertising views for ads that run during the videos.

@Todd66 10 месяцев назад

So many times this channel has put out a video that is EXACTLY what I need with PERFECT timing. I just did the estimate for Safelite and it is 159.99 for just 1 chip. So once again, PF is saving the day. I appreciate this channel as much as I enjoy it. ❤

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much!

@seannoh672 8 месяцев назад

I've heard that insurance companies have covered these repairs with no deductible applied. I'm surprised the shop didn't tell you that.

@Randy-qq8lr 7 месяцев назад

Depends on the insurance company. State Farm will discount but make you pay. Most insurance companies will cover at 0.00 cost to consumer. But you have to file a glass claim to fix chip and find out.

@Timothy-NH 10 месяцев назад

Huge thank you to Josh to come out and being on camera with out, along with sharing his expertise.

@crashline 10 месяцев назад

Shout out to Josh the volunteer. Nice of him to put himself and his work out there for us all. Thumbs up.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@mediocreman2 10 месяцев назад

He volunteered? I must have missed that part. I thought he was paid to do that work.

@micahtawney1 10 месяцев назад

@@mediocreman2I'm assuming he was paid, but it sounds like he volunteered to review the other repairs and to be filmed. I wouldn't be surprised if Todd paid him more, though

@maulerrw 10 месяцев назад

I’ve personally used the rain X style kit (ufixit brand) and the permatex as well for a dozen repairs now and had excellent results with both, correct application is definitely the key and while the rain X is more reusable it is a little more fiddly. I felt the double sided tape and syringe type kit was far more foolproof and more “point and shoot”.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing.

@sorenandersen2159 10 месяцев назад

Pure class with this guy, what a great job and getting a professional to be part of the testing was something you ain't gonna see on other channels I don't think. Thankyou , both guys.💪🤠

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@MakeItWithCalvin 10 месяцев назад

I have used the Permatex kit, and it has held up great over the last few years going from high temps, and a few trips into the snow too. The big thing is making sure the area around the "sealing sticky ring" is 100% clean, or the resin WILL force out when you do the "pressurize" step. Otherwise, for tiny chips, it is not a bad kit.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Great information and great tip!

@TheGuardian_TM 10 месяцев назад

I used Permatex after taking my wife’s car to get a chip fixed one week for $115, then she got another chip just a few weeks later. It looks just as good as the professional job. Definitely a good product to keep on hand.

@specialestness 10 месяцев назад

I’ve used the permatex on some pretty big stars. Most of the time they hide pretty good, but even if they’re partially visible yet they seem to stop the spread. The challenge I have is getting to it before the spread starts. I run a lot of miles in a state that spreads gravel on snow and ice so I personally buy windshield warranties and they always pay for themselves. The vehicle I bought in January is on windshield number 3

@jasonderosa1137 10 месяцев назад

I've also used the Permatex with excellent results.

@Ntmoffi 10 месяцев назад

I used a permatex kit on my windshield more than 10 years ago and it's still looking great. Best kit for the money.

@UnwantedBagel 10 месяцев назад

IMPORTANT TIP FOR FLORIDIANS. If you live in florida and have car insurance. Your insurance is required to fix your cars windshield at no cost to you. No deductible. As long as its just the front windshield

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Great tip! Thank you

@ChedWick05 10 месяцев назад

PA also has similar policies. This can apparently increase your insurance rate if you switch. I quoted out a few options and forgot about the windshield "claim". It came up during the final stages of obtaining the policy and it raises the overall premium 10% Still was cheaper than staying with my old company but just and fyi.

@MarkTrades__ 10 месяцев назад

Additional information - contacting my insurance company after a crack that required full-replacement of my windshield. Statefarm told me that this would not, by itself, raise my premiums for insurance. However, it is considered part of your claims record (although it IS labelled as a windshield claim and therefore specified differently than an accident) and if you are someone with multiple claims, the claim associated with your windshield may be a factor in raising your rates if you end up filing more claims in a short period of time. This seems subjective and varies by insurance company in the state. It may make sense to pay $12-13 in order to DIY a rock chip in order to not initiate this claim through your insurance. especially if you are someone with a history of speeding or recent accidents.

@stevesether 10 месяцев назад

That reminds me of what happened in MN with windshield repair decades ago. One company decided to give away a free box of steaks with each windshield repair. It was advertised relentlessly, and since insurance paid for the repair, the extra money for the "free" steaks (i.e. a kickback) was a big bonus for people to pick this company. Soon everyone that did windshield repairs had to have some give-away, sometimes exceeding the cost of the repair and costing hundreds of dollars. Eventually this attracted the attention of the legislature, since of course all this did was increase car insurance premiums. They eventually banned this practice of "free gifts" outright.

@MarkTrades__ 10 месяцев назад

@@stevesether smart move. Down here it's lead to a scam industry of windshield replacements that don't need to happen in order to collect premiums. The same happens with roofing and now we've got legislation that stands to increase costs to consumers. Classic example of "the small group of bad actors ruins it for the rest of us".

@goosetopgun 10 месяцев назад

I have used the RainX brand several times. Excellent value. Always appreciate your reviews.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.

@JAMESYBOY. 10 месяцев назад

The amount of time and work you put into your videos is absolutely amazing you even hired up a pro 👏 🙌 You are awesome man!!!

@jskjsk3986 10 месяцев назад

I have used the permatex 6 to 8 times with good results. They never cracked, left a wiper streak or discolored. Some spiders were on the large size and were repaired, though none disappeared completely. You're one of the fastest talking Farmers I've come across. Keep up the great work!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@poppaluv 10 месяцев назад

Will the permatex push the medium onto cracks/ If fso, how long. I've got nast crack i would like to make less visible

@Emdii 10 месяцев назад

Simply amazing quality work here. Straight to the point, well thought out testing procedures and objectivity. A lot of reviewers and testers should watch and learn from you. Top tier!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much for supporting the channel!

@elitesacrifice 10 месяцев назад

As always great video. I’ve used the rain x kit multiple times over the last few years on bullseyes and 8” cracks, it’s always been great for the value

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.

@fereoxfeles 10 месяцев назад

Oh, cool! I remember suggesting this way back when (probably before COVID happened). I figured it would never be done. SO glad I was wrong. Thanks for spending resources and time doing this for the good of all of us out here! You're awesome!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! Thanks for suggesting this video idea.

@brianmcginley7215 10 месяцев назад

The methodologies used for almost all Project Farm tests are by far and away the most detailed and thorough that I have seen. I'd trust these tests more than just about any others I watch on youtube. Also I appreciate the obvious strong efforts to keep the video edit as short as possible.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you!

@marcdecockbuning1520 10 месяцев назад

Yeah, the opinion and closeup work from Josh increases the already high value of this video review enormously. You can only try and fix the windshield once and you want to get it right. Astonishing work Todd, thanks for that!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you!

@Tempsho 10 месяцев назад

I've been doing windshield repair/replacements for about 10 years now. The first repair kit I bought, and still use to this day, is Glass Mechanix. Pricey kits, but I achieve very nice repairs with it. One thing i'm glad you showed is adding a bit of heat (flame or blow dryer) to the inside of the windshield on the last pressure cycle. You can literally watch the resin flow into the legs of the cracks when doing so. It's very satisfying to watch that happen. With the Glass Mechanix kit (and with other professional high end kits) you only need to do vacuum and pressure cycles for a couple minutes. Very quick and efficient.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the feedback.

@aussie8114 10 месяцев назад

I had a tiny chip in my windshield. I went to the professionals and they said there’s nothing they can do because it’s too small and a repair won’t work. I bought a repair kit and did it myself, extremely easy and has been very successful. Can barely see it and now it’s perfectly smooth, no more chip. So much for the professionals in this case.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing.

@PFab 5 месяцев назад

Same with me. They told me to kicks rocks. I went out and bought the permatex one and came back to show off my work. That guy had nothing to say after. 😅

@vjdpred 10 месяцев назад

For almost five years, I've been watching your videos every Sunday evening (in my timezone). Thank you!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Wow, thanks!

@dfsmachinist5941 10 месяцев назад

I agree, its been my must watch Sunday afternoon channel for 3-4 years now!

@SonicBoone56 10 месяцев назад

Really love that you got a professional to verify all the products and show how it's really done. Hope this is something that is included in future videos.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@milehighkit4725 10 месяцев назад

I had no idea they even made these repair kits. Good information as I pick up a lot of rocks in Colorado! Thanks again for your excellent testing abilities. Very impressive 🙂

@aussie2uGA 10 месяцев назад

You learn about them the moment you move to a state where glass cracks are part of the comprehensive coverage and your deductible is $1000...

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks and you are welcome!

@mazinz2 10 месяцев назад

I love that your tests are always very thorough. I was in a jam once and used a snip of Krazy glue for a chip in my windshield. It seems to of worked, but you can still see the chip. Thanks to your video I can properly fix it without wasting time and money on figuring which repair kit to get

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

You are welcome!

@Gargoyle11 10 месяцев назад

I've been watching your videos for a long time and just want to say that your reviews are an absolute gem for the community. Thanks for your work

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks and you are welcome!

@MrKalashnikov47 10 месяцев назад

Nothing better than a good field technician... The tricks of the trade. Many thanks guys.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you!!

@MADmidway 10 месяцев назад

You are a God Send! I literally chip my windshield TODAY and was looking up windshield repair! And you just so happened to post this video today! Now i have confidence knowing what brand to use and a great tutorial to with it. You are the best! And may God bless you! Much love from San Antonio Texas

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@electronicsNmore 10 месяцев назад

This was a fantastic video! The professional unit is really nice, but your testing shows a really great low-cost alternative. Thank you

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@cyphre 10 месяцев назад

Love to see professionals included and have their input!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@A.J.1656 10 месяцев назад

I didn't even know there were kits to do this at home. It's nice to learn of their existence and how they perform at the same time. I'll be getting a kit today.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing

@UnlikelyToRemember 10 месяцев назад

Check your auto insurance though -- many policies will pay 100% for a professional to come do it (so you don't leave it and cost them a whole lot more).

@kellismith4329 10 месяцев назад

@@UnlikelyToRemember ya if you wait too long your glass will look like an upstate map of new york

@b.0.z.nightcore519 10 месяцев назад

I got a ding in my windshield just a couple days before this was posted, bro you a Saint

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing.

@nyazz22 10 месяцев назад

This is awesome! I've been using the Permatex chip repair kit on all my vehicles for the past few years thanks to Chris Fix's videos. I'm glad to have chosen correctly. I ALWAYS have two boxes on hand just in case.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.

@rbrought 10 месяцев назад

Another great informative video with no excessive bluster, no annoying music, no worthless delays of time, and just solid content. If you aren't subscribed to this channel, you should be. Keep up the great work.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks, will do!

@agustinmartinez9798 10 месяцев назад

This channel deserves an award or some kind of recognition. Amazing work!!!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much!

@lorensims4846 4 месяца назад

Just what I needed, right when I needed it. Thanks!

@FirestormAA 9 месяцев назад

Super detail testing. A lot of time & effort goes into each test. Great job.

@nate998877 10 месяцев назад

Hearing you took extra time to practice usage makes me very happy. I feel like that has been one of the longest running complaints in the comments & I hope you will do so for products you are unfamiliar with in the future. While there are plenty of objective metrics to rate products by, a subjective opinion by someone with experience can be just as valuable & I think some of that can be gained by taking time to familiarize yourself with the tools. These videos are already a fantastic resource for anyone looking to buy a tool & I appreciate your dedication to the channel!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@cmic6961 10 месяцев назад

And when you think they ran out of ideas here comes with more! Just another awesome video❤. Very good.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much!

@JoeTheDIY 10 месяцев назад

Thank you, and thanks to Josh for being a good sport. This is an important consumer product to have some knowledge about.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@marks42 3 месяца назад

I always seem to find your reviews are the best by a very large margin… Great work.👍😊

@steveg219 10 месяцев назад

The information is very useful and your dedication to completeness and organization is impressive. It’s hard to appreciate how much work must go into this because you make it look easy!!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@johnsuckher3037 10 месяцев назад

haha that first one brings memories. Windy day - those plastic films fly out while unpacking, eventually get it in place. While waiting I sit in a car and read on phone - accidently turn on wipers to knock everything off..

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

lol. Great point

@TraceyMarrs-wv8rz Месяц назад

This is the best informative/ instructional video I've ever seen. He had never done the task before just like me and most of the people watching the video a good selection of seven different brands. The addition of two experts using each brand and rating them wrapped the entire video like a bow on a Christmas present.

@ProjectFarm Месяц назад

Thanks!

@thehonestman26 9 месяцев назад

Great video. Little difficult to watch for someone who has anxiety, but I get that it's straight to the point with no nonsense and lots of good information.

@ProjectFarm 9 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@sakethreddy2763 10 месяцев назад

The timing of the video was impeccable, as my windshield broke yesterday, and while searching for a repair kit online, I was hoping your channel would have a relevant video. This video was spot-on. I must also mention that I'm a dedicated viewer of your channel; your consistent and unbiased approach make your videos truly exceptional. Thank you so much!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.

@oTEMPE5To 10 месяцев назад

Before you commit to a DIY kit. Definitely give your local repair shops a call for a chip repair quote, they could be cheaper than the diy kits, if not free through insurance

@sakethreddy2763 10 месяцев назад

@@oTEMPE5To you're absolutely right. My windshield crack although not too deep, was over 6-7 inches long. Using a repair kit wouldn't have done much. A replacement is covered in the insurance and the windshield repair shop does the insurance paperwork! Quite straightforward and more reliable in the long run.

@lordmissingno 10 месяцев назад

I've had two chips in my windshield since buying my car over 2 years ago, and I've used both the Rain-X and Permatex to similar results as shown here. I came to the same conclusion, the tool for the Rain-X kit was a bit finicky. If need be I'll be using Permatex again, worked great for me and has held up nicely for 2 years

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for sharing!

@FergJoe 10 месяцев назад

I absolutely love your videos. Your content is so useful and genuine. Appreciate the work you do - and love seeing the test rigs you build! Keep up the great work!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks, will do!

@calebwilson9464 10 месяцев назад

First off, your videos are always excellently done, and I appreciate the straightforward unbiased approach. I rarely comment on any videos, but I had to come back and comment here… Got a bad rock chip in my windshield today and thanks to this video I knew a clear shield kit was exactly what I needed! Many thanks!

@ProjectFarm 9 месяцев назад

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.

@terdsie 10 месяцев назад

Appropriate, as I just noticed a crack in my windshield last week. Project Farm saves the day once more.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much!

@imsteevin 10 месяцев назад

Great video as always. I'd love to see a comparison of different oil filter removal tools and some improvised methods like a leather belt. Comparing the different designs in a variety of angles and how they deal with overtightened filters.

@otarsulava 10 месяцев назад

Yes, please! Great idea 👍

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for the video idea!

@charlesmckinley29 10 месяцев назад

Big Channellocs

@PaulSteMarie 10 месяцев назад

I've always liked the band type with a long extension. It seems best in cramped quarters, but comparing that with the cup type and channel locks or a screwdriver shoved through the filter would be very good.

@AS-qz5tt 6 месяцев назад

Completely above and beyond. So grateful for such detailed, methodical, useful content. Thank you!!!!

@ProjectFarm 6 месяцев назад

You are welcome!

@bm2088hp 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! This is exactly the video I was waiting for as I suggested it a few months back. I realized that the Rain-X is a bit tricky because if you screw it too tightly, it will make the crack bigger. It happened to me. The hairline crack went from 1" to about 2" after I overtightened it. Using the filler didn't do much for me, so, now not only did I waste money but also made the crack bigger. Next time I will definitely use the Permatex option. Very helpful video!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for suggestion this video idea!

@Ostsol 10 месяцев назад

Pretty neat! I work in autoglass distribution and we also sell professional repair kits. Different brand than what you showcased, but probably comparable. It's definitely interesting to see how those cheap kits compare.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.

@CalebRoswell 10 месяцев назад

Best youtube channel bar non.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much!

@jmoss10403 10 месяцев назад

As someone who works at O'Reilly Auto Parts your videos on chemicals and things we sale is helpful. I can confidently recommend products that i otherwise never had the need to use myself. Thank you for continuing to be a reliable and useful source of information.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

You are welcome!

@ChristopherLuongo 10 месяцев назад

Sale isn’t a verb.

@James1095 9 месяцев назад

I love that you got a professional tech to evaluate the results, huge thanks to him for being willing to do that and to demonstrate his trade on camera.

@ProjectFarm 8 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@stephk5255 10 месяцев назад

For people who don't have glass coverage, this is fantastic info! Thanks to your pro, also!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful! You are welcome!

@deeiks12 10 месяцев назад

I didn't even know these things existed. Awesome review as always, gonna go and buy myself one now.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much!

@mindgate3722 29 дней назад

Thx as always we appreciate all you do.

@FutureSystem738 9 месяцев назад

GREAT test, (and I’ll also say of course very typical of your very thorough approach.) Thanks for this and a BIG 👍 from “Oz” 🇦🇺 where we unfortunately have lots of rocks flying on most away from the city roads. It’s amazing how many people trash a perfectly good windscreen rather than try to repair damage before it spreads. P.S. I ALWAYS carry one of these kits in the car, as it’s important to fix virtually immediately rather than allow time for a crack to spread.

@ProjectFarm 9 месяцев назад

Thanks and you are welcome!

@huskygamer8346 10 месяцев назад

This videos are awesome, things like this could tell if its horrible or does fantastic work. Thanks for the videos you do!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much!

@kjisnot 10 месяцев назад

I used the RainX kit 3 years ago on our Highlander that had a tiny stone hit. I wanted to catch it before it spread. So far I can't find where I repaired it. It's done great.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Great information on the Rain X kit!

@byuman2885 2 месяца назад

So glad I watched this! Literally this morning I put the Permatex chip repair on my windshield from a rock that hit me last night! Nice to hear I made the right choice!

@ProjectFarm 2 месяца назад

Thanks for sharing.

@alvinlebon9368 4 месяца назад

Thank you for the time and dedication you put into these videos.

@ProjectFarm 4 месяца назад

You are welcome!

@leoghiglieri2914 10 месяцев назад

This channel has grown so much. You’ve done great work so long! Quality content, keep on going strong!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! Will do!

@sanriosenpai3569 10 месяцев назад

I love this channel it allows us as consumers to make informed decisions. I also love the specialized jigs and tests you do.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@diegomusacchio 6 месяцев назад

Thank you for helping decide which one to use, great channel and videos to show how the different products really work.

@ProjectFarm 6 месяцев назад

You are welcome!

@KeimpieceCarpentry 2 месяца назад

outstanding video man. Lot's of info condensed. Great work

@ProjectFarm 2 месяца назад

Thanks and you are welcome!

@yukitokori7901 10 месяцев назад

I used to work for my dad who owns an auto glass shop and I’ve used the “pro” grade rock chip fixer and it does work well and showing the cheaper options widens my spectrum. If you ever plan on doing other glass related videos you should do windshield urethane glue I’d be interested in that one.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the suggestion.

@sirifail4499 8 месяцев назад

Have you considered testing that similar resin that is advertised on TV, RU-vid etc for fixing scratches and cracks cell phone screen protectors and supposedly the screens themselves? @@ProjectFarm

@rickh9396 10 месяцев назад

I never considered doing this myself because I didn't think they'd work well or hold up over time. Based on this test, I'll give Permatex or Rain-X a try next time I get a crack or chip. Great test. Thank you!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.

@logangore6171 10 месяцев назад

You're the best Project Farm! Thank you for not compromising on your standards for videos and the purpose of your work.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

You are welcome!

@minormunitions 3 месяца назад

Your videos save us all SO MUCH MONEY!! Thank you sir

@ProjectFarm 3 месяца назад

You are welcome! Glad to hear!

@Noneofyourbiz71 10 месяцев назад

Great info buddy! Keep them coming 👍🏼

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! Will do!

@DrinkingStar 10 месяцев назад

Several years ago I used the Permatex kit. It did a great job. You could not see any damage on the windshield even years later.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing.

@awaisiqbal8934 9 месяцев назад

I have 3 large cracks generated from middle bottom of screen up to 1/3 Rd of windshield screen. Can permatex fill and repair them completely?

@garygoodwn535 9 месяцев назад

Saved me a lot of money. Superb review! Thorough, enough tech balanced with a layman's element. The experts final review and certification clenched it for me. Permatex is my choice. Thank you.

@ElNachato23 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much for this video. I've got 3 chips between two cars and haven't gotten around to opening the Permatex kit in my garage. You gave me clarity in use and confidence in my product choice!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

You are welcome!

@garethoneill5666 10 месяцев назад

Used the rainx kit several times after being fed up with professionals (cost and avliability) in my area. You need to tap the windscreen from the other side to remove air for best results. I've recommended it to others. Works on phone screens too if the cracks small enough.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for sharing!

@oTEMPE5To 10 месяцев назад

Next time try pushing a centerpunch through the resin injector without the screw in it to probe the crack open (like, let the punch get inside the pit) , don't use more than around 1kg of force, It allows flow by opening the runs/shell and allows excess air to escape. If it's a star chip without any shelling you need to crack it open more with the centerpunch and something to lightly tap the back with. I'm a certified tech, hope this helps for your next repair.

@destroyerofmines152 10 месяцев назад

This is just awesome, this is why I subscribe to you, one of your best videos yet

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much!

@coozhunter4434 10 месяцев назад

This is the one I've been waiting for!!! Thanks so much. I literally discovered the rain x on my own recently and love it because I can keep it in the truck and do multiple repairs on the road.... Just fixed a chip I just got here in Alaska on our road trip.... Thanks for the excellent review!!!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

You're so welcome!

@max_power8510 10 месяцев назад

I was just looking at windshield repair kits this morning and boom, Todd uploads a DIY Windshield repair kit video. I am never not blown away by this channel. Thank you Todd. Please keep up the good work.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks, will do!

@cwright91685 10 месяцев назад

I’ve used both the rain x and the Permatex. Both had good results but the rain x had the ability to do a bunch of repairs. That being said, I felt the Permatex was way easier to setup and use. I drive an 04 Honda Element, and that toaster of a vehicle is not aerodynamic and I’ve had quite a bit of practice repairing cracks lol.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the feedback.

@therealdojj 10 месяцев назад

I'm watching the wrestling at Wembley Stadium but I'm also sneaking some Project Farm in because you have to 🤣

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Awesome! Thank you!!

@RaySchrantz 10 месяцев назад

Fantastic video! Loved that you brought in a professional to judge and grade each repair

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@gluteusmaximus7608 2 месяца назад

I don't even have a car, but holy what a great video. So much work put into this.

@ProjectFarm 2 месяца назад

Thanks!

@jvepps 10 месяцев назад

$320 is a lot more than my $50 deductible. Just going to get a whole new windshield.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Great point on the insurance coverage

@jamestaylor8043 10 месяцев назад

The permatex kit is a great kit. I used it for a few chips on my windshield a few years ago and it's held up perfectly, even in this hot south Alabama heat. It actually came out better than the chips that I had repaired by Safelite. Another great video. Thanks Todd!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

You are welcome!

@djosbun 10 месяцев назад

Great review! I used the 3M windshield repair kit on my wife’s car about 4 months ago and it worked well! Basically the same as the other kits except used a two-suction mounting frame.

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.

@mausuarez87 3 месяца назад

Amazing video! Thank you for taking the time to create this helpful guide!

@ProjectFarm 3 месяца назад

Thanks and you are welcome!

@martinlabuda117 10 месяцев назад

Great video with interesting results, keep up the awesome work, thumbs up from me!

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much!

@patrickjane4466 10 месяцев назад

Its a special day when projectfarm uploads a new video 😊

@ProjectFarm 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much!

@johnlantz3771 5 месяцев назад

Exceptional review, thank you!

@ProjectFarm 5 месяцев назад

Thanks and you are welcome!

@bratling 8 месяцев назад

I really love the way you brought an experienced professional to both provide a benchmark of quality/experience and to assess the products. Thanks so much to Josh for helping out on this one!

@ProjectFarm 8 месяцев назад

Thanks!