View Full Version : Finally done a windshield replacement
Nicholas
03-10-2009, 03:34 PM
My windshield has been cracked for a year and it grew from almost directly in front of steering wheel all the way to the right side. The windshield also has 2 small stone chips and another crack from some crap falling off a truck on the 401.
So I got it done today! I used Speedee based on this thread post #12: http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=20132&highlight=replace+windshield
It was $300 cash for OEM class. Petro was a nice guy and it looks great so far, but I will wait a few hours for it to dry first! (thanks MAZDA Kitten)
Thrizzl3
03-10-2009, 11:59 PM
why did you wait so long
DumpInfo
03-11-2009, 12:10 AM
Nice price, where is this Pedro located? I have to get mine replaced :'(
Actually think I found it. Correct me if I'm wrong...
Speedee Gonzalez Auto Glass
24 Eva Rd
Etobicoke ON
(416) 908-8526
+1 for Pedro at Speedee Gonzalez Auto Glass. My '05 Sport GT got a stone chip and a 7" crack the other day so I wanted it replaced ASAP as it seemed to grow 1cm a day. Pedro came to my work and replaced it during my lunch hour for $300 cash (OEM wnidshield with rain sensor). My insurance deductible for comprehensive claims like this would be $500 so it just made sense to do it out of pocket.
Here's a scan of his business card found on another thread:
http://www.vwot.org/community/modules/Gallery/albums/album343/June_22_2006_003.jpg
As a suggestion, perhaps a mod or OP could edit the subject to add the name of the company, since this is in the service review section?
samsvoc
05-05-2009, 06:15 PM
+1 for Pedro at Speedee Gonzalez Auto Glass. My '05 Sport GT got a stone chip and a 7" crack the other day so I wanted it replaced ASAP as it seemed to grow 1cm a day. Pedro came to my work and replaced it during my lunch hour for $300 cash (OEM wnidshield with rain sensor). My insurance deductible for comprehensive claims like this would be $500 so it just made sense to do it out of pocket.
Here's a scan of his business card found on another thread:
http://www.vwot.org/community/modules/Gallery/albums/album343/June_22_2006_003.jpg
As a suggestion, perhaps a mod or OP could edit the subject to add the name of the company, since this is in the service review section?
J-WO, I also need to get my windshield replaced as I have a nice 10" crack along the bottom centre. How long did it take to get the glass installed and how long before the glue dries enough so as to drive the car without breaking the new seal? Did you get the moulding replaced? Any new squeaks or rattles? Thanks.
They told me it should only take 30 minutes but for me it was more like 45 mins to an hour, only because after they removed the windshield they had to wait for their guy to deliver the new one. I think Pedro usually has all the windshields he needs for the day in the back of his van but he squeezed me in at the last minute and bumped somebody out of their appointment, so that's probably why. The OEM windshield comes with new molding attached and they do add a layer of black glue/caulk underneath. No squeaks or leaks, just tested the rain sensor by spraying some windex on it and it worked like a charm!
In case anyone's interested, here's a picture of the windshield logo:
http://img48.imageshack.us/img48/7374/img4241.jpg
By wongnog (http://profile.imageshack.us/user/wongnog), shot with Canon PowerShot SD880 IS (http://profile.imageshack.us/camerabuy.php?model=Canon+PowerShot+SD880+IS&make=Canon) at 2009-05-05
samsvoc
05-05-2009, 07:50 PM
Thanks J-WO. :) I'll give Pedro a call once the weather warms up.
SonicBoy
05-05-2009, 09:04 PM
Does the molding around the top of the windshield now sit slightly higher than stock?
I notice most repairs can be determined by looking for this height difference.
hmmm not too sure what you mean by that SonicBoy, never took notice what the molding on the stock looked like. By all intents and purposes my windshield looks like brand new, better even in fact. I think my old '05 windshield might have been a different make (PPG perhaps?), this Sekurit glass looks really great
SonicBoy
05-06-2009, 07:01 AM
Next time you park near one, take a look. I can't provide a pic as I no longer have my 07. There's nothing wrong with it, just curious how good it came out.
Best way to describe it is that when the old windshield was cut out a small amount of sealant say 2mm was left behind to adhere the new sealant to rather than down to the metal. I believe it has something to do with the removal process and cutting down to the metal which may rust due to the moisture in the area.
Here's some pics of my new OEM windshield compared to a stock one:
http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk246/wongnog/image001.jpg
http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk246/wongnog/image002a.jpghttp://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk246/wongnog/image002b.jpghttp://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk246/wongnog/image003a.jpghttp://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk246/wongnog/image003b.jpg
hmmm can't seem to edit posts, but wanted to say mine is the dark blue M3, stock is the silver. As you can see there is practically no difference between the two.
mazdabetty
05-06-2009, 01:03 PM
Wow no way that looks great! How do dealers justify charging soooo much... when these guys come to your WORK (???!!!!) WITH OEM glass?? Amazing. Now I wanna get mine replaced just for the hell of it. lol
samsvoc
08-22-2009, 04:36 PM
Had Pedro install my new oem windshield ($300 cash) 2 weeks ago and all I can say is, he did an excellent job. He and his partner were done in under 45 minutes and they came to my condo as well. He stated that if I had any stress cracks, that he would replace it free of charge. One happy camper. Everyone should give Pedro a call, Highly recommended. :bana2:bana2
MAZDA Kitten
08-22-2009, 05:55 PM
Awwww just saw this now...
I'm glad everyone has had a great experience with Pedro
I cant say enough good things about him and no one can beat his prices. I've had mine for 2 years now and its great (no leaks/cracks)
Axelarate
08-22-2009, 08:13 PM
I'll keep him in mind so when the time comes I'll give him a call. My windshield has too many stone chips and scratches from the oem wipers. $300 installed is a very good price!
samsvoc
08-22-2009, 08:30 PM
I'll keep him in mind so when the time comes I'll give him a call. My windshield has too many stone chips and scratches from the oem wipers. $300 installed is a very good price!
And he comes to your home or work, no extra charge. I'd say, do it before the cold weather sets in.
5_Alive
08-22-2009, 09:22 PM
Just out of curiosity, what do you guys mean when you say "OEM"? As in, he buys it from Mazda? Or that he buys it from a supplier which manufactures the glass to OE spec?
Seems like a great price for someone who comes out.. Good stuff you got it fixed though; it was a safety hazard to yourself while it was cracked.
samsvoc
08-22-2009, 10:36 PM
Just out of curiosity, what do you guys mean when you say "OEM"? As in, he buys it from Mazda? Or that he buys it from a supplier which manufactures the glass to OE spec?
Seems like a great price for someone who comes out.. Good stuff you got it fixed though; it was a safety hazard to yourself while it was cracked.
Mazda doesn't manufacture their own glass,they have an outside supplier make it for them. Pedro gets his glass from a supplier that buys manufactured oem glass made to Mazda's specification.
5_Alive
08-23-2009, 04:57 AM
Mazda doesn't manufacture their own glass,they have an outside supplier make it for them. Pedro gets his glass from a supplier that buys manufactured oem glass made to Mazda's specification.
No I completely understand this part. I know there is a manufacturer that makes it for Mazda to their spec, I just wanted to see what people would respond with.. :chuckle
The use of OEM is thrown around so much these days.
I also noticed in the pictures J-Wo posted, the factory glass is stamped Sekurit, as in all of our cars. I wonder if the new "OEM" glass being installed is of the same grade. There is no tag label on J-Wo's car. Unless Pedro gets it from Sekurit without their name on it? This would end up being cheaper and he passes the savings onto the customers?
I remember when I had the glass installed in my P5 at Krown, they used Pilkington glass. It was better then the OEM since it didn't pit as easily and had the blue anti-glare tint embedded into the glass as well.
pacmann33
09-26-2009, 04:55 PM
Pilkington IS great, made in Collingwood too. Right on hwy 26.
rojerfredrar
11-18-2009, 07:50 AM
Hi Jwo,
Myself Rojer i just gone through your post and i show some lovely photo of the car,definitely I like the OEM, its amazing car and facility in the car are too good as compare the other car noramally.I looks amazing from the front side etc.
ricohman
12-01-2009, 11:27 AM
Mazda doesn't manufacture their own glass,they have an outside supplier make it for them. Pedro gets his glass from a supplier that buys manufactured oem glass made to Mazda's specification.
OK. This is not OEM glass.
I was confused there for a minute.
Third party parts are not OEM even if they are made to the manufacturers spec.
MajesticBlueNTO
12-01-2009, 11:53 AM
OK. This is not OEM glass.
I was confused there for a minute.
Third party parts are not OEM even if they are made to the manufacturers spec.
you'll see the glass says "Saint-Gobain Sekurit", which is the OEM manufacturer for glass on the 3.
the windshield could very well be OEM, it just didn't go through all the middlemen up to Mazda pricing.
http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk246/wongnog/image003a.jpg
ricohman
12-03-2009, 10:12 AM
you'll see the glass says "Saint-Gobain Sekurit", which is the OEM manufacturer for glass on the 3.
the windshield could very well be OEM, it just didn't go through all the middlemen up to Mazda pricing.
http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk246/wongnog/image003a.jpg
I just looked at my car and never noticed that it does not say "Mazda".
I am wrong on this!:bang
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