Broken Windshield

[Bobaloo22]

Dump Truck got my windshield yesterday. It's a star the size of a half dollar. Should I replace or repair? I want it replaced and was wondering should I take it to the dealer's body shop for glass or get an independent shop do it. I would like to keep a "factory" glass and not a Chinese knockoff. Any one have advice and/or experience with this?

Thanks!

Bob

[johnnykinsler43]

Dump Truck got my windshield yesterday. It's a star the size of a half dollar. Should I replace or repair? I want it replaced and was wondering should I take it to the dealer's body shop for glass or get an independent shop do it. I would like to keep a "factory" glass and not a Chinese knockoff. Any one have advice and/or experience with this?
Thanks!
Bob

I would get it replaced. Johnny01:

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[Back in a Bowtie]

get it replaced.  Even an independent shop should be able to get OEM glass upon request. 

[aseibel]

Definitely replace. I just got new windshiled for wife's GMC after something fell off an overpass and took a chunk out of the glass. We just raised deductible on comprehensive insurance so I wanted to pay out of pocket. I presume since you are asking that you are not going through your insurance either.

 

I called my dealer to ask what they recommend. Dealer said they use a local glass shop that comes to the dealership for window work. He told me to just call them. Turns out they were $100 less than safelite, and came to my house. I would use them again, they did a great job. So ask around your area and just find a good shop.

[cbrsilv15]

Replace it. Check with your insurance. I have a zero deductible and didn’t have to pay anything to have it replaced with an aftermarket one. You’ll have to pay the difference out of pocket if you request OEM glass. 

[Loco-diablo]

Safe-lite replaced mine with their 'own' brand a few months ago. It's fine. I'm sure it won't be the last windshield I replace during the life of the truck. On new england highways in the winter, they get salt/sand blasted pitting the hell out of them after a couple of winters.

[Boardmember]

Caution.   Some of the national chains utilize cheaper material and/or manufacturing processes.   Go to an independent locally owned shop.  

 

Ive seen really unacceptable distortion in the cheap glass where it has moderate curves/contouring.   

 

Its crap.