Windshield replacement.

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What is the best way to replace a windshield on a 113?
Tips please.

JOS

[Cees Klumper]

John - this was covered before in a topic on this site - you may want to use the search function to uncover more info, plus check the technical articles on the homepage, which should have some relevant information:

http://sl113.org/forums/index.php?topic=283

[Naj ✝︎]

I would get an experienced windscreen fitter to do it.
If he cracks it, he pays for the new one!

My 230sl has just been repainted in a modern body shop. Even he got a windscreen fitter to come out and remove the screen. It has yet to be refitted.

naj
'Kloines Scheisserle'
65 230SL
68 280SL

[W113SL]

quote:Originally posted by naj

I would get an experienced windscreen fitter to do it.
If he cracks it, he pays for the new one!

My 230sl has just been repainted in a modern body shop. Even he got a windscreen fitter to come out and remove the screen. It has yet to be refitted.

naj
'Kloines Scheisserle'
65 230SL
68 280SL

John:  Hi, it's Pete Lesler.  I have taken a number of windshields out without destroying them, but repacing them is a job best left for the professionals.  I have seen it done about six times.  They use a rope and lots of liquid dawn as a lubricant.  The garnishh moldings should be inserted in the rubber and if at all possible, the wood should be installed prior to winshield replacement, although, I have slipped the wood in afterwards.

I am certain you can get a winshield installer to come to your home or the restoration shop.

Pete Lesler

[Cees Klumper]

When I had my car resprayed about two years ago I replaced the windshield at the same time. At the body shop, I had a specialist come out who did this job and it sure looked like an acquired skill, not something I would want to do. He charged me $50 ...

[TA250SL]

I too had a new winshield recently installed by a pro.  I received both installation tips and advice to go this route from fellow members.  I opted for the easy route.  The pro was experienced and quite fast.  However, I found it very easy to replace the wood after the glass went in.  Leaving freshly refinished wood in place seemed a bit risky as the rubber seal is tight against it, and there would be little or no room to work the rope to pull it into position without possible damage.

Tom