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On 27 Nov 97, David Serrano wrote:
> I was just wondering what a good price to pay for a set rear pop out
> windows would be? I'm thinking of buying a set (right and left) (frames,
> glass, andhinges) for about $100.00, but this seem a bit extravigant.
> They are in pretty good shape aside from a very dark tint film on them.
> Mine have had some "Artwork"(ie, crap) etched into them by the PO. Does
> this sound like a deal??? All I really need is the glass. If anyoune
> knows of/has an extra set they would be willing to part with let me know.
> Also, if I do buy them, does anyone know a way to remove tint (not sure if
> its sprayed on or film)? Is there a way to "buff-out" the etching? It's
> not to deep, more a frosting effect. Can I have a set made at the local
> glass-cutters? Any input is appreciated.
Having a pair made is probably not a bad idea, but for safety's sake
they should be made to shape and tempered like the OEs. I'm pretty
sure there are glass houses that will do this, they might even
already have the patterns. These are just flat glass, so I wouldn't
expect too many problems. Check out a copy of Hemmings Motor News
for glass distributors; one of them might even have a couple in
stock. Last time I needed a windshield, I drove over to Iowa Glass
and picked out one from ther thirty or so that they had there.
Jim.
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Melissa Kepner Jim Adney
Laura Kepner-Adney
jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, Wisconsin
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