eli2k Posted January 1, 2009 Share Posted January 1, 2009 I was driving on the freeway today and some jerk threw out some heavy object that went smack into my face, but luckily the windshield was there to protect me from it (whew). Now there is a small fracture (kind of like two star-shaped cracks). They are about 1cm in diameter each, and they are 1cm diameter apart, connected. What's the best way to take care of this? I read online they have these windshield repair shops that can inject some sort of resin to fix it up. Besides that, the other options are 1) replace, 2) leave it alone. Thanks, - Eli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camlex Posted January 1, 2009 Share Posted January 1, 2009 i would fix. original is good glass with seal. unless that crack is in viewing area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyShaft Posted January 1, 2009 Share Posted January 1, 2009 Don't do it yourself...the DIY kits dont do a very good job. Take it to a windshield repair place before the crack expands too far. Only costs about $20 here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steviej Posted January 1, 2009 Share Posted January 1, 2009 check with your insurance. you may be eligible for a whole new windshield. steviej Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eli2k Posted January 1, 2009 Author Share Posted January 1, 2009 Thanks. So you all recommend a fix (at a shop), and not a complete replacement, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steviej Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 Thanks. So you all recommend a fix (at a shop), and not a complete replacement, right? not me, I recommend the complete replacement. steviej Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexusfreak Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 Thanks. So you all recommend a fix (at a shop), and not a complete replacement, right? not me, I recommend the complete replacement. steviej Another vote for the complete replacement here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homemechanic Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 how far are the star shape cracks from the edge of the windshield? As long as they are one inch from the edge, the shop can repair it. i had a star shape crack repaired. it looks almost perfect, just still a minor crack appearance no big deal. i have 21st insurance. their full coverage portion covers the repair at no charge and no deductible. it beats a new windshield. . $300. . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steviej Posted January 5, 2009 Share Posted January 5, 2009 i have 21st insurance. their full coverage portion covers the repair at no charge and no deductible. it beats a new windshield. . $300. . . that's why I suggested he check his insurance.....my insurance gives full replacement with no deductible and I am allowed 1 claim/replacement per year. steviej Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexus77 Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 i had the same thing happen to me and my insurance covered me a new windshield Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djspawn00 Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 I have tons of cracks... I usually just buy the DIY repair kits that reduce the appearance and stop the cracks from spreading... granted I've never had any usually large damage... anything big and I'd opt for a replacement. Windshield shops charge about $30 to do the job, or you can spend about $10 and do it yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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