2017 XLT Cracked Windshield
04-24-2018, 07:51 AM
#31
Sure, glass is glass, right? These car companies pinch pennies everywhere they can for greater profits. Ordering cheaper glass saves them a ton. I don't know why so many insist on replacing with OEM glass, since that's the cheap stuff.
04-24-2018, 07:53 AM
#32
Not in my experience, I have had more problems with aftermarket glass than factory glass. These days I always spec factory glass when replacing a windshield.
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mbrick (04-24-2018)
04-24-2018, 08:01 AM
#34
Senior Member
Exactly, and that's the only reason why cars are about the same price right now than they were 10 years ago. (well, technology plays a key role, but cheaper parts are also in the equation).
04-24-2018, 08:42 AM
#35
Official HTT Greeter
I have Geico and asked for an OEM replacement windshield and they approved it. It didn't have the OEM logo, but was Carlex brand like the OEM glass.
Also, skip out on Safelite and have someone else do it. Might not apply to all techs but they have done poor work in the few times I've seen it.
Like other said, it's a comprehensive claim so it will not affect your rates. I have my comp deductible low ($50) because it only went up a few dollars versus a $500 ded. and it paid for itself on the second windshield.
Also, skip out on Safelite and have someone else do it. Might not apply to all techs but they have done poor work in the few times I've seen it.
Like other said, it's a comprehensive claim so it will not affect your rates. I have my comp deductible low ($50) because it only went up a few dollars versus a $500 ded. and it paid for itself on the second windshield.
04-24-2018, 09:02 AM
#36
04-24-2018, 10:42 AM
#37
04-24-2018, 11:12 AM
#38
But that's just my experience and what I would want in my vehicles. You're welcome to go with whichever you like.
04-24-2018, 11:27 AM
#39
I'm going off of personal experience. Living in Pennsylvania I have replaced a lot of windshields, seven to be exact. Two were aftermarket and neither lived up to expectations. One had distortion in the glass on the other didn't have the UV protection of the factory glass. Both replaced by reputable companies but I opted for the lower cost glass and it was a lower quality glass. I'm sure if the aftermarket glass is from a top tier manufacturer you will be fine but be careful. I did not like Safelite and I don't know who made the other one. Manufacturer glass has always met my expectations.