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.
I'm not sure what your talking about. Pride in their work? professional results? I bet you anything this car is probably leaking every single time it rains. There's rust everywere under that windshield and you could see him put Primer on ACTUAL RUST. this will do nothing lol. Rust is still there. That's cowboy shit. 1:39 look at all that Orange. 2:29 MORE ORANGE spread across glue surface lol. Will never seal properly unless rust treated. 2:42 cleaning orange AND dashboard. make sure that dash is spotless so they're so distracted from all the water coming in when it rains. 2:47 Painting over Orange rust lol. I hope the customer paid a less then 100 bucks for that job lol. That ain't professional.
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!
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❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
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 👍🏽👍🏽
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 👍
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.
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!
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.
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?
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
@@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 😅
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
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
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 ?
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.
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
@@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!
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.
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
Except the motor of the Tesla Y, the car is built kind of flimsy. I just bought a 2023 Tesla Model Y and the paint in the front chips easily and within 4 months my wind shield cracked. A tiny pen needle size chip (just think of a tip of a ball point pen) created a crack across the wind shield. There’s probably too much pressure when assembled. I wanted this car for awhile now and after getting it. It’s just ok. Just don’t believe the hype about the car. I think many believers of Tesla might over look it’s flaws and not tell you the truth about this car. I’m telling you you’ll probably have many issues with your car and pay good money because it’s not covered by their warranty before you get all the kinks and flaws out of your car. Tesla needs to do better in building their cars
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!
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.
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! 🤙
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! 🤙
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!!
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??
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.
No the best actually goes with the video. I was going to say this beat is actually nice but I changed my mind and started going through the comments and seen yours. So no bro this is a relaxing beat. I’m going to play the video on repeat just for the music.
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! 🤙
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 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!
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!
