Replacing S2 windscreen

[charles.y]

I am having my S2 cab's windscreen replaced tomorrow due to a crack. Just wonder if I need to get any specific sticky pad to get the rear view mirror back on the new windscreen again.

 

[mik_ok]

I'd expect the windscreen replacer to reaffix your mirror.

Failing that, the stuff you want is Loctite Rear View Mirror Bonder

Comes with a pad of spacer material to ensure a good strong bond - it was the only thing that worked for me.

 

[Black_JPN]

They should do all that for you I would have thought. They did when I had mine done.

 

[wolfie308]

I've had 2 new windscreens in the last 3 years, and both times the glass came with the mirror mounting already bonded in place.

 

[charles.y]

Thanks for the advice guys. New mirror too.

 

[John Sims]

ORIGINAL: wolfie308

I've had 2 new windscreens in the last 3 years, and both times the glass came with the mirror mounting already bonded in place.

Ditto

Why is it new shiny winscreens get broken quicker than old pitted ones [8|]

 

[zcacogp]

Dunno, but I have had cause to ask for quotes for a new windscreen for an S2 coupe from an OPC recently (long story). In true diligent style, I got two quotes from two OPC's ... anyone care to guess what the two prices are? (Hint: They vary massively. OPC's were East London and Guildford.)


Oli.

 

[charles.y]

London: £1000
Guildford: £1200

BTW, does anyone know if the windscreens on the coupe and cab are different? THe RAC windscreen just called me to confirm the year of my cab as he said they maybe different.

 

[Wigeon Incognito]

I hate to guess what an OPC would charge!!

Autoglass quoted me £963 + VAT whereas my independant fitter charged me £260 + VAT for EXACTLY the same windscreen (top tint and aerial etc) and from the same supplier as far as I know.

No wonder Autoglass are keen on insurance work if that's the kind of mark up they make!!

 

[Black_JPN]

ORIGINAL: zcacogp

Dunno, but I have had cause to ask for quotes for a new windscreen for an S2 coupe from an OPC recently (long story). In true diligent style, I got two quotes from two OPC's ... anyone care to guess what the two prices are? (Hint: They vary massively. OPC's were East London and Guildford.)


Oli.

Don't OPC just farm the work out to the likes of Autoglass?

 

[zcacogp]

Charles,

Nearly ... care to try again?

There's a ratburger at the next meet in it for the person who correctly guesses the two quotes to within £25 ...


Oli.

 

[charles.y]

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The RAC windscreen guy had arrived and left within 30 mins. He tried to remove the windscreen rubber seal but managed to rib the seal. He then offered to replace the seal with a 'better' looking universal type (because they don't have a Porsche one and they don't order things from Porsche directly) which I of course declined the offer. I know for sure that at least there is one OPC have them in stock and I asked him to go back and check with the management and come back to me today for a resolution.

The seal costs £25 and of course I will not pay for it - its a matter of principle right.

 

[Wigeon Incognito]

Yeah my guy pre-fitted the windscreen with a universal seal, but I insisted it was removed and an original one fitted.

 

[charles.y]

Update .....

They have now agreed and ordered the part from Porsche.