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04-04-2012, 09:08 AM
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#26 | | Diagonally parked in a parallel universe
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I've fixed thousands of rock chips in windshields (and we don't charge for it either) I've been certified for rock chip repair for over 5 years now.
There is no mandate to replace the windshield unless the chip impedes the drivers line of sight.
Your insurance will not be affected as this is a comprehensive claim, and yes, if you have a $300 deductible, the claim for a windshield is only $200.
As for OEM glass, check the etching in the lower corner of the windshield. Most major OEM retailers do not have factory glass - the stamp may say PPG / PGW etc... Yes, there may be an OEM etching as well - but unless you have an OEM replacement cost policy on your insurance, ICBC will not pay for glass direct from the dealer.
Nearly all autoglass is made by the same company anyways, it is just re-branded with a dealer etching and marked up to be sold. As long as you're not getting off-shore Chinese glass, you'll be OK - and if there's an issue, most certified glass shops will offer a lifetime guarantee.
PM me if you want the name of my shop and I'll gladly repair your chip FREE OF CHARGE (in Richmond) - this will not affect the windshield or the decision to replace it at a later time - just keep it from spreading.
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04-10-2013, 12:54 PM
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#27 | | sneaky beaky like
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bump,
my buddy doesn't have comp insurance on his car, but has a cracked windshield, whats the best way to go at this
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11-12-2013, 09:42 PM
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#28 | | Where's my RS Christmas Lobster?!
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bump
want to know the answer to the question above. anyone please?
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11-13-2013, 11:46 AM
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#29 | | My homepage has been set to RS
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go to an autoplan place an add comp coverage... then put in a claim for the windshield a month later. Autoplan agents are supposed to come out to view the vehicle to check for damage, ie broken windshield, prior to adding comp coverage, but most are too lazy, so you should be OK
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11-13-2013, 05:44 PM
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#30 | | Where's my RS Christmas Lobster?!
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i thought so  thank you
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11-14-2013, 09:02 AM
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#31 | | My dinner reheated before my turbo spooled
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06-09-2015, 09:31 PM
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#32 | | WOAH! i think Vtec just kicked in!
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How does Speedyglass and Broco determines if its' free or not?
Got a small chip today. But might be give or take the 10mm guideline on Speedyglass' website.
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06-14-2015, 07:47 PM
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#33 | | Diagonally parked in a parallel universe
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Any Kirmac will fill a rock chip for a donation to their charity. All $$ goes to Children's hospital.
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07-03-2015, 09:19 PM
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#34 | | Need my Daily Fix of RS
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Does anyone know if a 2ft crack is seal-able? or will i need a new windshield? the crack formed from a rock chip but the crack doesn't touch any edges of the glass
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07-03-2015, 10:44 PM
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#35 | | I *Fwap* *Fwap* *Fwap* to RS
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^ cracks cant be fixed, if its just a chip yes, but cracks no.
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