Does anyone have any tips when removing glass for an Enduro car? The side windows aren't too bad but the back window and the windshield are a real PITA. I have seen some people try to use a cable to "saw through" the rubber seal. Different things I've tried have not worked and I end up smashing them out with glass everywhere...
Enduro Car Build
Started by honeybadger1, Sep 12 2017 01:27 PM
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#1
Posted 12 September 2017 - 01:27 PM
#2
Posted 12 September 2017 - 02:13 PM
Probably just call a local glass guy. I cant imagine they'll charge more than $50 or $75 and the lack of a mess is well worth it.
#3
Posted 12 September 2017 - 08:57 PM
if you go the smash method, tape up both sides of the glass..it reduces the mess
#4
Posted 12 September 2017 - 09:42 PM
Going get a big piece of tape and tape over the windows on both sides. Then gently start smashing the glass on out. By taping both sides you will have very little mess.
#5
Posted 13 September 2017 - 01:02 AM
All you need is a 12 guage shotgun. Just remember to shoot all windows from the inside out so that you don't have to vacuum up broken glass from the interior of the car.
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#6
Posted 13 September 2017 - 08:48 AM
I have used the hood cable or piano wire with success. Hi will have to use a scraper to get started under the seal but it works good. Easier with 2 people but I have done it myself
Matt D
#7
Posted 13 September 2017 - 08:52 AM
I have used the hood cable or piano wire with success. Hi will have to use a scraper to get started under the seal but it works good. Easier with 2 people but I have done it myself
Maybe I'll try that before I start busting it. If I bust it, i'll be sure to tape it all up. Thanks!
#8
Posted 13 September 2017 - 09:36 AM
While reading this thread I got an idea which might work. Side windows are tempered glass designed to break into a million pieces for safety reasons. The windshield is made with a layer between pieces of glass to hold it intact. I see the problem with both is to try to contain the glass. Taping it was offered as a way to keep broken pieces intact. Might painting the glass with a tar on both sides of the windows front and side, that dries to be flexible yet not sticky be a solution? The tar if you find one which can be painted on dry flexible yet not sticky be a help? Maybe that spray on seal stuff that use to be advertised on TV?
#9
Posted 13 September 2017 - 11:29 AM
Most guys pull the door panels to reinforce the doors. At that point it's just a few bolts to remove the glass.While reading this thread I got an idea which might work. Side windows are tempered glass designed to break into a million pieces for safety reasons. The windshield is made with a layer between pieces of glass to hold it intact. I see the problem with both is to try to contain the glass. Taping it was offered as a way to keep broken pieces intact. Might painting the glass with a tar on both sides of the windows front and side, that dries to be flexible yet not sticky be a solution? The tar if you find one which can be painted on dry flexible yet not sticky be a help? Maybe that spray on seal stuff that use to be advertised on TV?
Matt D
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