What is important to remember when changing the windshield of a car
Such a nuisance as damage to the windshield sooner or later overtakes almost every car owner. Repair or change? Save or splurge on the original? Official dealers or Uncle Vasya's garage? The answers to these and other popular questions of drivers who have encountered triplex “injuries” are in the material of the AvtoVzglyad portal.
You have discovered a flaw in the windshield, and the first dilemma is to fix the defect or replace the triplex with a new one. Experts recommend buying a fresh windshield when the length of the crack exceeds 15 cm and the chip diameter is 1 cm. Or if damage appears on the glass on the driver’s side, this is not safe. In other scenarios, you can easily get by with repairs. The savings in comparison will be decent, just find good craftsmen.
WHERE COULD I BUY
If the restoration option does not suit you, start looking for glass. It is better to make a choice in favor of a specialized store or an authorized dealer - this way you minimize the risks of running into a Chinese fake. There is no need to buy cheap analogues and consciously: they are able to crumble after the first jump on a bump. In addition, there is a high risk that budget glass will not fit your car.
BOOTS JUMP
Be as careful as possible when choosing a triplex, even if you purchase it in a specialized store. Be sure to tell the seller the specific year of manufacture of the car (or rather, the VIN code right away) and do not forget about additional options - heating, rain and light sensors. If the manager makes a mistake and reserves the wrong glass, then you will most likely encounter new problems - malfunctions of certain systems.
WHO AND HOW
Let's move on to the next step: choosing a service that will replace the triplex. Doubtful workshops are best avoided - you are tormented by rubbing the interior from glue and repairing upholstery defects. The best option is, again, specialized services that paste glass from morning to evening, or official dealers. The work of the latter often causes criticism, but they are familiar with the intricacies of each particular model, and in which case they can always be complained about.
RULES OF BEHAVIOR
Finally, the glass was installed with high quality, there were no difficulties in the process and after it - then everything depends on the driver. Try to do without a pressure washer for the first two or three days. And be careful on uneven roads: even despite modern technologies and high-quality materials, extra caution does not hurt.
