The title says it all... cracked windshield needs to be swapped, who is good in So.Cal.?

 

find out who the dealers use and make sure you get oem glass

 

and make sure they do it correctly, mine was butchered, they installed it wrong, and damaged 2 grand worth of trim etc...now it squeeks a lot

its a very specific process that should be followed, i thought i had the link saved but i dont

 

I know people will cringe, but just yesterday Safelite did mine. They got the glass from the local Porsche dealer and the total charge was $605, which was $250 less than they quoted me. Looks perfect to me but obviously YMMV. They scratched the dash speaker grill and are ordering a replacement.

 

alot in my research. It seems most dealers outsource this, and the Safelite name came up more than any anyone else. I'm in SoCal, and I'm looking to get mine replaced soon, I will likely go the same route.

 

Safelite does not use manufacturers recommended procedures or materials.

They whack out the old glass and trim, then use their proprietary adhesive (ie it's thicker so they do not need the dams and shims that many factory kits require) and they just glue the new one into position and hold it till it sets.

There methods do not meet any OE safety standards (for INSTALLATION, no the glass- the glass is fine, but they cannot certify the car will comply with original standards)

When an insurer tells me I must use someone like safelite, I run them down that hole ("Just provide a written statement that your installation methods will result in a car that meets the crash and safety standards".) Safelite will not, and they will fold.

Safelite comes up a lot because they are quick and cheap and most people do not care.

 

Rennlist, Renntech, 6Speed etc. If someone can recommend someone else in SoCal, I would LOVE to know, as Porsche dealers outsource this work, and from my research, Safelite came up alot.

Thanks for pointing out that Safelite is NO good, like BodyBag, I just want to replace my windshield, and have it done correctly.

I assume someone on this forum in SoCal has had their Windshield replaced ?

 

It sounds like a Porsche specialty shop is the way to go. I have a small crack in my windshield that was repairable, and I did so. It made me wonder the same question as this thread, where will I go if I need the full monty? This thread confirms my concerns and answers the question.

 

In the warranty information provided to me Safelite says the adhesive they use meets the federal motor vehicle safety standards for windshield retention in the event of a collision or rollover.

 

I have already heard enough to make me not want to use Safelite in the event of Porsche windshield replacement, regardless of the adhesive they use. It's fine for my wife's Infinity, or my truck.

 

Had mine done at the dealership in San Diego. Insurance covered the replacement and they did an excellent job. That was two years ago and it's still perfect. There are two other dealers in Riverside and Carlsbad, both of which are a little (or a lot) cheaper and do excellent work.

 

I own a glass company in AZ and would advise to either get dealer glass or Pilkington brand glass. Its the oem for Porsche. I have worked with a reputable company called All Star Glass. They have been around forever and i would recommend them.

 

If memory serves right, there number is 800-225-4185. They are located in San Diego, but have a large service area, think they have several locations.

 

Right, but their METHODS do not result in a windshield installed as per Porsche published procedure, so that cannot claim the final product will comply.

It's like saying the paint, wood, nails and sheetrock all meet every federal standard....but does the house they built with it meet building codes? In fact that is a perfect analogy.

 

if my coolant fittings burst, I will not glue them back in.

When it comes to the Window, I personally can't say one method is better (or safer) than the other. As long as he is happy with the replacement, it doesn't make noise, and it's safe (which I suppose is the real question), then who cares. It's not like it's a low mileage collectible 993 turbo.

Enjoy your car.