Windshield replacement

[JonJon68]

I'm looking to replace my windshield in my 97 GPGT w/heads-up display. I'd really appreciate any advise on where to purchase one. Should I buy one used? I found one locally for 125.00. That being said, should I contact a body shop to install it? I have never dealt with replacing a windshield so any info would be great! TIA..

[BNaylor]

Hi Paul,

You actually found a used HUD windshield intact?

I would not attempt DIY install. Let a shop do it. Important to use the right sealant to make sure it seals and bonds properly to the frame.

[wafrederick]

Call an auto glass shop that does this.They know what they are doing and are certified to do this.One more thing,never use a screwdriver to get one out and you can break it this way.I know of one case of this done.

[JonJon68]

Thanks for the info. No I definately would not even think of doing this myself. Yea Bob, actually there are two used Hud windshields available here in town , both with class A rating and 125.00. I better jump on them ASAP.

[doctorhrdware]

You guys already answered a question that I was going to ask. I had some thoughts of replacing my windshield myself.

[BNaylor]

Sounds good Paul. All the ones here in my area are garbage. Too much wind and sand damage (pitted) so a new is the only option but expensive because of the special coating used for the HUD display. $400.00. But you can use the regular windshield too and believe it or not the HUD still shows. The regular only costs around $150 to replace new and that includes removal/installation at an auto glass shop.

[JonJon68]

Thanks for that info. I did not realize that a regular windshield could be used. Is there a big difference between the two on how brightly the HUD shows up?

[BNaylor]

Not to my knowledge. Maybe minor intensity differences. Basically all the special windshield does is allow for distortion free forward vision/viewing of what the HUD projects. Laminated windshield with a specially placed layer of Dupont Butacite. However, the rule of thumb is better to use the HUD windshield.