Putting the original windshield back into the frame in teh backyard - all was going pretty well until - CRACK! Pushed too hard - doh!
Here is the cracked windshield, luckily they were only $120 to replace - phew! When it broke I had visions of something around $300 for a new one.
Below is TAKE 2 of windshield installation with the new windscreen. Key is to use a thin piece of rope, plenty of soapy water and very little pressure, the window is sucked into the frame - I did not use any rubber window cement as the rubber makes a good seal. The rubber must be fitted to the window before you begin as well.
Below - Windshield successfully installed!
The wioers and wiper motor and hinges were then fitted before insatlling into the vehicle. This is one of the few activities that required 2 people during the rebuild. The rubber you can see is 2nd hand for $70 delivered. They are rare as hens teeth and a new one costs $200+.
I own a small business for several years now, and I think this can really help improve my company and expand for the next year.
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