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It is not our policy to censor this forum but in order to make this a place where everyone feels welcome to share their ideas some basic rules must exist.
1. No Advert...
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by Webmaster
by Webmaster
Quality Autoglass installer in Pittsburgh PA?
Hi all,
I need the windshield in my 1995 F150 replaced as it is leaking pretty badly. The glass itself has pits and wiper marks in it so I don't want to reuse it even if it came out in one piece. I have some auto body experience and I remember our glass guy tellin...
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Last Post: Aug 31, 2019 8:00pm
by Joe
by Joe
Fuyao documentary "American Factory" on Netflix
I just watched this. The contempt that the owner and his managers show in "private moments" for their American workers is profound. It is incredible they said some of the things they said while the camera was rolling. It displays an enormous arrogance. The workers we...
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Last Post: Aug 30, 2019 2:48pm
by Bob
by Bob
2018 Subaru Outback windshield replacement
I need a replacement windshield so I'm checking out installers and getting quotes.
2018 Subaru Outback, green tint / blue shade band, heated wiper park, NO Eyesight.
I want to make sure I get the right thing, so I'm checking the part numbers (SKUs). I've prett...
Views: 2778 Replies: 5
Last Post: Aug 30, 2019 1:07pm
by Ira
by Ira
2007 Honda Civic
PGW shows both a FW02583 GB Y and a FW02583 GB N. GB N is about $50 cheaper.
On the 07 Civic can I use the GB N and use the T105 universal molding.
Thanks
Views: 1110 Replies: 1
Last Post: Aug 29, 2019 11:56pm
by Freddy
by Freddy
Mobile Scheduling
Anyone have a simple scheduling software program out there that enlists a map that a csr at a glance can look at weekly schedules to minimize drive time and set up more efficient routes. Im looking for something simple that isnt in any of the auto glass software lik...
Views: 2247 Replies: 3
Last Post: Aug 28, 2019 3:31pm
by tk
by tk
somaca vent glass puller
Does anyone know where I can get a somaca vent glass puller? Mine has fially bit the dust.any help would be appreciated.
Views: 2992 Replies: 20
Last Post: Aug 26, 2019 3:32pm
by Roger A Koop
by Roger A Koop
Breaking News
https://www.glassbytes.com/2019/08/safelite-acquires-truroad-owner-of-j-n-phillips-technaglass-harmon-and-strategic-claims/
Views: 4718 Replies: 8
Last Post: Aug 25, 2019 3:23pm
by huh
by huh
And #2 is being sold...
Wonder if Belron decided to buy their way to being #1 in the last State they don't dominate (??). Time will tell but #2 is being auctioned as we speak.
1000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000% Fact.
Views: 6259 Replies: 27
Last Post: Aug 21, 2019 10:34am
by OLDMANWINTER
by OLDMANWINTER
GT Y vs GT Y CAR windshield
Looking to buy a windshield for a 2016 Ford Focus. What is the difference between these two windshields?
DW02001 GT Y vs DW02001 GT Y CAR
Thanks in advance.
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Last Post: Aug 23, 2019 10:25am
by D...
by D...
anyone own a opti-aim??? anyone?
anyone out there able to talk about this system?
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Last Post: Aug 21, 2019 11:31am
by Anderson Windshi...
by Anderson Windshi...
Sunlight Streaks on Windshield
We installed a new windshield yesterday that when you get it out of the shop and in the sun, it has streaks of light on it. I've seen this before on older windshields in the wiper worn area of the glass, but never on a new windshield.
Can anybody shed some light (...
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Last Post: Aug 10, 2019 6:43am
by Satisfied
by Satisfied
Nags mismatched parts # on Lexus ES
My e-direct program shows Lexus dealer part # 56101-33963 with the Nags corresponding
part being a FW3682. At job with the FW3682 and no rain sensor no heat, only humidity sensor on vehicle.
So, no FW3682 is not dealer part # 56101-33963.
After some past researc...
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Last Post: Aug 20, 2019 3:47pm
by glass
by glass
69 olds 88 covertible
look for a source for rear quarter glass rollers
Views: 929 Replies: 2
Last Post: Aug 15, 2019 9:37am
by indiana
by indiana
Autel or Opti-Aim calibration
Pilkington is selling Opti-Aim and Mygrant is selling Autel, with price not being the issue I am checking to see if anyone has done their homework on the difference the Opti-Aim and Autel systems.
I am going get an ADAS machine, because I am currently subbing out th...
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Last Post: Aug 14, 2019 9:08am
by ttech
by ttech
Paper roll of glass patterns maybe known as a simplicity machine. anyone have knowledge of these?
Glassman777 Do you Have any knowledge of a pattern roll machine for cutting auto glass? Maybe known as a simplicity pattern roll. has to be hundreds maybe thousands of old glass patterns on this roll.
Views: 1042 Replies: 6
Last Post: Aug 11, 2019 7:51pm
by norman
by norman
Nags List Verses Mygrant List
My Question is, why would you use a list price provided by a non auto glass entity (NAGS) verses
the list price provided by a Auto glass wholesaler? (Mygrant)
And Why is Mygrant's list price different then Pilkington's list price?
Any one have a good answer PLEASE...
Views: 1592 Replies: 3
Last Post: Aug 7, 2019 4:20pm
by old ppg guy
by old ppg guy
German car glass maker to open plant in Georgia
They are going to invest $6 million and employ 21 people. wowie. PLANT, or shop?
Views: 956 Replies: 0
Last Post: Aug 6, 2019 4:58pm
by tk
by tk
2001 KENWORTH K300
WOW! Where do i look for this one? I need a w/s for one of these trucks. My computer does not show this truck. I type in the vin and it tells me it is a Canadian made Kenworth. It's a one piece w/s, cabover, my computer show's nothing. I ordered an dw1139 for it but...
Views: 2439 Replies: 13
Last Post: Aug 5, 2019 4:38pm
by SteveL
by SteveL
Old Nags Books
Looking for Nags books and or patterns from the teens to 70's. Even if someone could scan some old nags books 20's to 50's for me ( PLEASE ). I would be willing to pay for your efforts. Thanks
Views: 4927 Replies: 18
Last Post: Aug 2, 2019 8:10pm
by bobby ?
by bobby ?
KIA Optima condensation sensor
We replaced a FW-4327-GBY with condensation sensor from Mygrant and the defrost keeps cycling on even unplugged... anyone have this happen or know a solution?
Views: 1026 Replies: 1
Last Post: Jul 31, 2019 12:10pm
by glass dude
by glass dude
Networks in South Carolina
Does anyone actually Direct bill with success in South Carolina?
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Last Post: Jul 31, 2019 9:36am
by Al Bundy
by Al Bundy
06 Nissan UD 1800 HD
Does anyone know if a new molding is required for this windshield. FW813.
Views: 1102 Replies: 5
Last Post: Jul 30, 2019 5:00pm
by Jeniffer Henao
by Jeniffer Henao
2011 JEEP GR CHEROKEE R DOOR GLASS
These are worse than a Audi Q7. Give your self plenty of time on these. Had to take every thing apart and loosen latch and remove metal at rear post to get it out. It looks like they built the door around the glass. HTH
Views: 15919 Replies: 20
Last Post: Jul 29, 2019 5:15pm
by Greg Pulliam
by Greg Pulliam
Nags
Anyone out there hear any info on the nags redo. Was supposed to be a group of companies getting together to come up with new pricing models for the industry as nags admitted their model was no good.
Views: 1440 Replies: 7
Last Post: Jul 28, 2019 9:23am
by my own man
by my own man
dd 9358 gtn
looking dd 9358 anything
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Last Post: Jul 25, 2019 10:38am
by indiana
by indiana
Does anyone have pictures of what the different tints look like in windows?
It would be really great to have a chart to reference when looking at the tints.
I'm ordering a back glass for a customer and they'd like to see what green privacy looks like vs green tint vs grey tint.
i.e (Found directly from this site)
CL -- CLEAR
BT -- BL...
Views: 855 Replies: 1
Last Post: Jul 21, 2019 10:42am
by ROFL
by ROFL
Binswanger
Just heard the morning that Binswanger's CEO, Tim Curren got canned yesterday. Can anyone verify this info?
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Last Post: Jul 18, 2019 9:39am
by Glass Express
by Glass Express
HIRING - Experienced Glass Installers Knoxville & Chattanooga, TN areas
We are hiring experienced installers in the Knoxville & Chattanooga, TN areas. Must have 5 years glass experience and good driving record. We offer top pay and health insurance. Please give us a call at 1-800-532-6384.
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Last Post: Jul 10, 2019 3:26pm
by fun fact
by fun fact
SGC Network
Any one else having troubles with new SGC Network website? No return emails from shop care.Tried calling but been on hold forever.
Views: 5089 Replies: 19
Last Post: Jun 24, 2019 2:51pm
by LP
by LP
Hiring in Georgia or NW Florida?
Looking for a respectable company looking for a really experienced tech. And no, I don't want to start my own business; there's too many GDI's out there already. And no, Safelite is out of the question as well as AGN. Really, I have a ton of body shop and dealership...
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Last Post: Jul 8, 2019 11:08am
by Scott
by Scott
Does anybody have ezi wires for sale?
Hi there.
I'm looking for used ezi wires for sale.
if you have, please E-mail me
google mail account "wenzdei"
and How and Where people buy the new one?
Thanks. All the best.
Views: 6190 Replies: 14
Last Post: Jul 6, 2019 5:37pm
by OrangeBatExpert
by OrangeBatExpert
One man setting tool?
What is the best one man setting tool out there? I've use a couple different kinds but would like some feed back on what is working before I spend the money. Any help would be great.
Views: 1985 Replies: 6
Last Post: Jul 4, 2019 9:29pm
by OrangeBatExpert
by OrangeBatExpert
Urethane 418hv, 418, 428 plus thoughts
I would like some thoughts on these products. Which is the best, worst and stay away from? Thanks!
Views: 16221 Replies: 19
Last Post: Jul 1, 2019 9:49pm
by FOR rean anna
by FOR rean anna
Installer needed in New Jersey
Installer needed for New Jersey ocean county / middlesex/ Monmouth county please call for info 646-761-1775 thank you
Views: 775 Replies: 0
Last Post: Jun 24, 2019 7:38pm
by Blue sea auto gl...
by Blue sea auto gl...
Lane departure warning calibration
Now that Belron has announced that they will be able to calibrate on the spot, what is everyone doing right now about it?
Views: 20084 Replies: 61
Last Post: Jun 23, 2019 1:48am
by EXBelronBC
by EXBelronBC
PGW DW1817GBYN
Has anyone had problems with PGW's DW1817GBYN. It is suppose to have an opening in the frit by the mirror for the rain sensor but it doesn't. My installer put it in then realized his mistake.
I am going to talk to my PGW rep tomorrow and I was just wondering if anyb...
Views: 967 Replies: 1
Last Post: Jun 21, 2019 5:46pm
by what you got
by what you got
LOF In Randolph
I retired from auto glass and sold the business back in 2015 and moved to Florida. I recently went back to Boston to attend some family services and figured I would stop by LOF to say hello to some old friends. I was sad to see the store had closed and another busine...
Views: 1598 Replies: 14
Last Post: Jun 21, 2019 5:34pm
by Back to the Futu...
by Back to the Futu...
Freightliner Cascadia
We picked up another fleet that runs Cascadias. I have seen many websites talking about how big of a problem leaky windshields are on this vehicle, but we are even seeing vehicles with factory windshields and seals leaking. One of which the gasket just pulled right o...
Views: 9649 Replies: 16
Last Post: Jun 19, 2019 3:40pm
by Brilliant
by Brilliant
Autel ADAS Calibration system
Has any body had any experience with this system or own one ? looking at buying a recalibration system I'am in Ontario Canada... Thanks ...
Views: 1537 Replies: 8
Last Post: Jun 13, 2019 8:26am
by OLD CAULK
by OLD CAULK
Tariff increases
There is no question that the new tariffs on Chinese goods will affect us. It does, however bug me a bit when a vendor says that prices on chinese goods will go up by the same percentage that the tariff goes up. That means that they are adding their profit margin to...
Views: 1255 Replies: 3
Last Post: Jun 11, 2019 5:03pm
by Rick Nelson
by Rick Nelson
MAZDA RX-7 WINDSHIELD
The 1989-91 Mazda rx-7 coupe calls for FW636 which seems to be unavailable anywhere.
The 1986-88 model calls for an FW522 which is available. All other glass on the cat is the same for 1986-1991 which indicates that the antenna in the glass might be the difference...
Views: 797 Replies: 0
Last Post: Jun 5, 2019 8:03am
by Ira
by Ira
1980 Mercedes Benz 500
I have a customer with this imported car. I have seen the car. I cannot find any info on this car only a 450 which had a fw 334 which is wrong.any help??
Views: 735 Replies: 2
Last Post: Jun 5, 2019 7:58am
by Ira
by Ira
driverless vehicles
It is tragic that there are those among us who are blind, arm or leg handicapped, and too old and unstable to drive.
If these people have some money, they can afford Uber,taxis, buses, trains, and planes. If they do not have enough money to afford those things, WH...
Views: 853 Replies: 4
Last Post: Jun 3, 2019 1:54pm
by math
by math
information
hi this jesus can you please help me with this can you please give me the Ford part number,
it carlite DW02109 GTYCAR , I need a Ford part number.
my email is jgarcia1@galpin.com
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Last Post: May 29, 2019 2:41pm
by SLIPPY
by SLIPPY
2017 Hyundai Tuscan anti pinch reset
drivers door, tried every combo I can think of and still will not reset. The usual online listing does not have hyundai, Googled and still no go for info.
any help is appreciated , thanks, dave
Views: 828 Replies: 1
Last Post: May 29, 2019 8:23am
by Dave in Mass
by Dave in Mass
51 Chevy truck
Is the door glass a 4808 or a 4236 s
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Last Post: May 22, 2019 10:50am
by indiana
by indiana
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