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peterbilt glass
looking for a dw683gtn
79 pete 352 l/corner glass
Any suggestions would be great
Bhaus
Views: 563 Replies: 1
Last Post: Nov 5, 2014 10:17am
by ProSource Glass ...
by ProSource Glass ...
Is it "Stuffing" if .......
I want to know if your sliding a back glass under a deck lid, is this not stuffing? I mean come on how many of us would love to have a second set of hands when setting some back glass's ? stuff with no stops , no place to put stops, bead hidden by deck lid that has t...
Views: 1347 Replies: 13
Last Post: Nov 4, 2014 8:31pm
by Larry
by Larry
jeep grand cherokee noise
Anyone having complaints of a vibrating air noise coming from
cowl on 12 grand cherokee, some have noise before replacement
and others get it after? Any fix?
Views: 7043 Replies: 13
Last Post: Nov 4, 2014 8:19pm
by Larry
by Larry
"Project Bead" or "Bead Quest"
In light of the quest for the perfect bead of urethane, and that some continue to challenge the generally accepted recommended “Isosceles” triangular bead, a committee was established to study the situation.
The committee was gleaned from a multitude o...
Views: 1097 Replies: 17
Last Post: Oct 13, 2014 12:19pm
by Sglass
by Sglass
Sika Sees Sales Climb 11.7 Percent
Of course they do. If your major buyer is steering & stealing work nationwide, your profits have to go up too.
JMO
Views: 521 Replies: 0
Last Post: Nov 2, 2014 3:55pm
by Sglass
by Sglass
Are the WRD Spider videos an accurate depiction of W/S removal?
I only replace a few windshields a year for my car lot and since those windshields are already broken, I didn't worry too much on how I got them out. Now I'm looking to remove undamaged glass for when a car needs paintwork as well as removing and storing glass from p...
Views: 1491 Replies: 3
Last Post: Oct 30, 2014 9:43pm
by CT
by CT
rain sensor 14 murano
I was checking out 14 Murano w/rainsensor that will need replacing this week.I pulled the sensor to see what was needed and saw it had the gel, I let sensor hang and left gel on w/shield my question is will it cause problem if cranked while hanging still connected to...
Views: 693 Replies: 7
Last Post: Oct 29, 2014 8:54pm
by Mark from GGG
by Mark from GGG
Setting Big Glass
We do RV and Bus Glass from time to time. Right now we have a homemade basket to hold glass and bodies centered on the vehicle. It is attached to a forklift. Then we have ladders and cups for the sides. It works. It is makeshift and could be seriously improved. But,...
Views: 1085 Replies: 9
Last Post: Oct 28, 2014 5:26pm
by Chipotle
by Chipotle
2015 Chrysler 200 & 200 C
Just did a 2015 Chrysler 200, they sure changed these cars a lot. The cowl is a much better design and easier to get off, even though it still has an excessive amount of pins to hold it in place under the hood, it cuts out very easy! I used my Glass Bot on it but i c...
Views: 467 Replies: 1
Last Post: Oct 27, 2014 4:07pm
by Roddy
by Roddy
MICROFIBER TOWEL
Ok I haven't been on in a while, who on here use's a microfiber towel to clean and prep there glass, instead of using paper towels? I was sold on the idea from one of the wholesalers and it's not a bad idea, just looking for some input on this. They said you can was...
Views: 780 Replies: 12
Last Post: Oct 27, 2014 7:13am
by D A M N YANKEE
by D A M N YANKEE
cutout tools
I'm an installer in Canada. I've just come back from carpel tunnel surgery(in the us you call it H.a.v.s) on both my wrists. I've noticed the pain is quite noticeable after about 3 min. of using air cutout tool. To lessen my pain and keep me installing longer I've be...
Views: 1229 Replies: 13
Last Post: Oct 26, 2014 3:01pm
by Larry
by Larry
Auto glass convention
Was told the convention was not very well attended. Haven't heard otherwise. Would like to attend someday, but my question is, why isn't it in January or February when I am looking for something to do? And in a spot like Vegas where people will go just to go. Jus...
Views: 1182 Replies: 15
Last Post: Oct 25, 2014 3:44pm
by tj
by tj
I Apologize Glassman if I Strike a Nerve But
I've been fortunate to own & operate a shop in a city with dense population. People want me to replace their w/s because of my quilty craftsmanship, honest ethics, excellent warranty & reasonable prices. They will drop their car off & have a ride or I will drive the...
Views: 920 Replies: 6
Last Post: Oct 25, 2014 8:37am
by glassmandan
by glassmandan
Ford F-150 rear window broken from rear window defroster
Recently my 2011 Ford F-150 rear window popped and shattered after turning on my rear window defroster. There was fog on my windows, maybe 40 degrees out, I was parked and within 2 minutes the passenger side window panel popped and shattered.Ford tells me it's not th...
Views: 2769 Replies: 9
Last Post: Oct 24, 2014 10:45pm
by Mr. Phil
by Mr. Phil
2015 Silverado 3500 B/G
Anyone know if the B?G from the 14 will fit the 15? dealer has no info, Suppliers and Nags info not out yet... Just a stationary part, YP, no defrost...
Views: 438 Replies: 1
Last Post: Oct 24, 2014 10:42am
by atech
by atech
Fixed Auto Glass Installation
I have been commenting on various subjects on this forum for the last year. You may know me as the "Rollerdeck Guy". That being said, I understand the rules of this forum and respect them. I'm not here to talk about my product in particular, rather than proper proced...
Views: 4024 Replies: 43
Last Post: Oct 23, 2014 11:40am
by L.W.
by L.W.
1 hit wonder!
Is anyone else being told when calling in to check on referrals or open invoices with SGC they can only take one referral per call? I was told today this started on 10/17. The representative told me it was understanbly (sorry their word not mine and I can't figure o...
Views: 642 Replies: 1
Last Post: Oct 21, 2014 5:39pm
by eg21265
by eg21265
Cross ref help
What nags fits a Lexus
5610150310
Views: 291 Replies: 1
Last Post: Oct 20, 2014 4:09pm
by helper
by helper
Consequential damages?
http://www.glassbytes.com/2014/10/maryland-woman-sues-safelite-alleging-it-refused-to-fix-damage-its-technician-caused-to-her-vehicle/
I have to agree with Slavelite on this one. We get our customer to sign a waiver for possible further damage caused by the broke...
Views: 860 Replies: 9
Last Post: Oct 18, 2014 6:06am
by Otto
by Otto
Saleen S 7
Where can I obtain a Windscreen for my S7? It's the early one no electronics. Any help would be appreciated also maybe a finders fee. Thanks
Views: 453 Replies: 1
Last Post: Oct 17, 2014 7:39pm
by Glassdude
by Glassdude
Suck it Up !
If your claim is you will get ALL the broken glass and benefit by making such a claim ... live by the sword ...
Views: 635 Replies: 1
Last Post: Oct 17, 2014 2:07pm
by Mark1
by Mark1
Installation scenarios
Does any one know where you can get installation scenarios in the uk for side door glasses on all cars or methods like autoglass have
Views: 431 Replies: 0
Last Post: Oct 16, 2014 3:24pm
by Gazza
by Gazza
Looking for a DW 317, 53 chev bel-air
Anyone have a good place to maybe find this bad boy. Thanks for any info.
Views: 483 Replies: 3
Last Post: Oct 15, 2014 10:07pm
by what?
by what?
pilkington glass mirror brackets falling off
don't use too much of this brand and I do like it but it seems that 3 out of 5 windshields the mirror bracket falls off. Am I the only one having this issue. Now we just remove and remount at the shop.before installation.
Views: 846 Replies: 6
Last Post: Oct 15, 2014 12:37am
by Sir Slam A Lot
by Sir Slam A Lot
10/13/14 Glassbytes post--- Campfield: Windshield Repair can......
The 7th paragraph starts:
"While insurance providers typically sway customers to replace their windshield......"
This guy must live in some parallel universe.
Views: 475 Replies: 2
Last Post: Oct 14, 2014 6:53pm
by JB
by JB
Back Glass
I'm looking for a back glass on a 1998 Audi A8 near Louisville, KY . Please let me know if someone has it.
Views: 454 Replies: 2
Last Post: Oct 14, 2014 7:27pm
by Larry
by Larry
Online Selling of Parts.
I generally would never read AGRR, however the article about EBAY intrigued me enough to read the article. I find it amusing how many in the industry have never heard of this. It is obvious to me that they never read the forum as this has been touched on many...
Views: 546 Replies: 2
Last Post: Oct 13, 2014 10:36pm
by Larry
by Larry
IGA Announces New Industry Changing Program at Auto Glass Week 2014
On Wednesday night, October 8, 2014, the IGA announced a new IGA program that finally allows glass shops to invoice their fair and reasonable pricing without any interference. Initially, the program will be with insurance companies, to be announced soon, that use the...
Views: 809 Replies: 9
Last Post: Oct 13, 2014 10:10pm
by Larry
by Larry
Judge allows Safelite to amend Connecticut lawsuit to seek attorney fees
If they pull this off, stick a fork in the industry because it's done. Apparently the Justice system designed to protect American businesses is broken. Too many politicians are more concerned with their $$$$ donations then then what is fair to the American people.
Views: 855 Replies: 8
Last Post: Oct 12, 2014 7:43pm
by Keep trying!!
by Keep trying!!
1940 ford pickup pattern #
Anyone know the pattern #s
Views: 292 Replies: 3
Last Post: Oct 12, 2014 4:13pm
by Lee
by Lee
IGA Industry Appreciation Party at Auto Glass Week 2014
The Independent Glass Association will be hosting an Industry Appreciation Party on October 8, 2014 beginning at 8PM. This event is during Auto Glass Week 2014 and the party will held at the Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel.
IGA members receive complimentar...
Views: 633 Replies: 5
Last Post: Oct 10, 2014 11:14pm
by Larry
by Larry
Open your mind
Wow, thats refreshing; all it required was to open my mind.
the single tpa's days are numbered. Glass is gold, what other industry has shops stupid enough to kneel before any entity that wants to set their pricing? Just because this guy says he worries about payc...
Views: 648 Replies: 4
Last Post: Oct 10, 2014 4:19pm
by DRGLASS
by DRGLASS
2015 chev suburban
WOW dw 2135gby rain sensor, lane departure, and forward crash detection. This w/s has a 4 large pins on the glass plus a huge metal bracket for the rain sensor and the mirror button is attached to that!
Anyone have done these yet and are they BAD or not too bad?...
Views: 614 Replies: 3
Last Post: Oct 9, 2014 9:48am
by what's next?
by what's next?
WS dimensions Cat 950G Loader?
Anyone have the dimensions for one of these? I have it for the 950F... looks different though. quite a ways away from my shop s trying to prepare...
Views: 367 Replies: 1
Last Post: Oct 8, 2014 7:25pm
by L.W.
by L.W.
2014 Lotus Evora
Ok . Doing one of these tomorrow . Not sure I will get any responses but if anyone has any info I would appreciate it. Thank You . Eric
Views: 390 Replies: 1
Last Post: Oct 7, 2014 6:38pm
by !
by !
Elephant Tank
What is the value of an auto glass business, why OR why not ?
Views: 638 Replies: 3
Last Post: Oct 5, 2014 9:41pm
by Sglass
by Sglass
Chipio?
Can anyone tell me more about Chipio? I am just curious to know more. Are they just handling the back-end processing?
Views: 18457 Replies: 113
Last Post: Oct 5, 2014 8:10am
by Not fraud?
by Not fraud?
opportunity
well established successful glass company in beaufort hilton head south carolina, great opportunity for husband wife father son etc. 843 379-7222
Views: 651 Replies: 2
Last Post: Oct 4, 2014 12:35pm
by just do right
by just do right
New NAGS List Prices
We haven't got the new updates yet, so i was wondering if any of you had the Jan.10,2011 NAGS list prices for DW1341GBY,DW1658 and the labor hours also.
Views: 6313 Replies: 17
Last Post: Oct 3, 2014 7:24pm
by xs
by xs
Smart Mobile Scheduling
Has anyone used this application for their biz?
http://marketplace.intuit.com/AppID-2523-Overview.aspx
Thinking of it to save time and money.
Views: 722 Replies: 11
Last Post: Oct 3, 2014 12:30am
by xs
by xs
New Scam
Here is what I received today:
Attention : Sales & Customer Service
My name is Mr Richard Neil with the Neil Inc and i am contacting your business in regards to the order for some Auto Glass or windshield and i am after the 2000 model ford explorer 4 door winshie...
Views: 2658 Replies: 2
Last Post: Oct 1, 2014 1:49pm
by Just Glass
by Just Glass
Looking for rear gasket 1959 Chrysler WIndsor, Lee advice?
I guess I'm not surfing the right part of the internet, not finding one anywhere. Car is a 4 door sedan, not hardtop. Any ideas anyone?
Views: 477 Replies: 6
Last Post: Sep 30, 2014 7:19pm
by ProSource Glass ...
by ProSource Glass ...
FW320
For a Saab 99. Any leads? Thanks!
Views: 290 Replies: 1
Last Post: Sep 30, 2014 7:18pm
by ProSource Glass ...
by ProSource Glass ...
best work van for the money?
Hey all,
I need to replace my Econoline sometime in the next 6-8 months or so... maybe sooner. Tired of getting 12 MPG on average, but like the room. The Transit Connect gets my attention, but figure they are too small. Especially since I do Flat glass too. Look...
Views: 1558 Replies: 21
Last Post: Sep 30, 2014 6:16pm
by Smiley
by Smiley
oe tech urethanes
Anyone know who makes the oetech brand urethanes for Pilkington.
Views: 779 Replies: 6
Last Post: Sep 30, 2014 4:51pm
by Glue Man
by Glue Man
best drill bits for repair
can anyone help me locate these drill bits are from London or the UK..... All Star Glass in California uses them and I tried them a few times. They Leave the tiniest of all holes and worked great. Does anyone know the contact info to buy these drill bits for my dr...
Views: 505 Replies: 3
Last Post: Sep 29, 2014 11:47pm
by Colgate
by Colgate
Captiva Sport rear door glass
anything special? is it bolt on or rivets? Thank you.
Views: 329 Replies: 0
Last Post: Sep 29, 2014 8:56pm
by mag
by mag
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