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Old Mar 27, 2024 | 12:54 PM
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I think my Dixie Chopper threw a stone at my truck and now the driver's window is cracked. I noticed it at about 3/4" and now its about 2" in only a day. Will it keep enlarging? Is this a laminated window? I assume so as it didn't shatter like other side windows. Any recommendations on what glass to replace it with? I use tint here in FL so laminated glass may not be necessary?
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Old Mar 27, 2024 | 02:16 PM
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Yes, yes, and OEM.
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Old Mar 27, 2024 | 02:32 PM
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OEM glass, and I'd guess glass varies based on trim level. You certainly might find one from pick a part (aka junkyard) or even used off eBay.
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Old Mar 27, 2024 | 02:40 PM
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Yes it will grow. Laminated windscreen have been a requirement since 1937...OEM glass.
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Usually the side glass is not laminated. It’s the kind that breaks up into little cubes and it will break sooner than later.
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Old Mar 27, 2024 | 02:58 PM
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Originally Posted by dodgeman1
Usually the side glass is not laminated. It’s the kind that breaks up into little cubes and it will break sooner than later.
Front side glass on F150s and many other vehicles is laminated now.
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Old Mar 27, 2024 | 03:30 PM
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Old Mar 27, 2024 | 04:48 PM
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I do more bush hogging with than grass cutting so it takes a beating. I think it was just getting back at me!
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Old Mar 27, 2024 | 04:50 PM
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Well at least that gives me more time to get a new window and tint. I was afraid that it might simply explode like most tempered glass does when stressed.
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Won't shatter if laminated but will spread really fast. I'm on window number 3 in my 2016. Tint helps hold it together lol. I buy the cheapest I can find because it will happen again. No issues with cheap glass so far.
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