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Old Dec 17, 2012 | 04:10 PM
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Question Crack in windshield !!! :(

Was driving on I75 today and a little rock cracked my windshield Any suggestion what to do, repair ? Im not familiar precisely with the Cracked windshield laws insurance and regulations.
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Old Dec 17, 2012 | 04:19 PM
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Here in Montreal they fix crack up to one inch by injecting glue. You better check that out asap because the crack can get a lot longer especially if you go to high speed or hit a good pot hole. I am sure in Tampa you can found very good windshield specialist or a glass doctor....
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Old Dec 17, 2012 | 04:57 PM
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Old Dec 17, 2012 | 10:23 PM
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yeah you can buy glue for that Im sure any auto shop oriely or w.e sells it
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Old Dec 18, 2012 | 12:22 AM
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I had two cracked windshields in one year with each about the size of a quarter. Have it fixed asap before it gets worse. Your auto insurance usually waives any deductible for safelite to come out and inject it. Although not perfect in appearence it will look 90% better and protect the windshield from additional damage. I feel your pain....
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Old Dec 18, 2012 | 01:32 AM
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Here it depends on where it is whether you can pass registration. Have it done professionally . It is not DIY unless you have the vacuum tool.About $50 here in Australia.Get a few quotes of course !!

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Old Dec 19, 2012 | 01:37 PM
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They came today and sealed it here it is. I still can see it tho.

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Old Dec 19, 2012 | 01:41 PM
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Yes, it was my case also with my Porsche. I still can see it but at least I know it is filled with glue and the crack is not going to elongated....
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They were using DIY kit, not very professional , i will try to find someone more

professional, with drilling , something like this.

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Old Dec 21, 2012 | 03:05 AM
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they have diy kits that work like a charm and super cheap. However now that they've done a crappy job sealing it, I don't think you'll be able to redo it again. Unfortunately you're stuck with looking at the crack now unless you replace the whole windshield


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