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Originally Posted by FUZCO
(Post 9224561)
We need to invent a pit filler that basically fills even the tiniest specks by adhering to rough surfaces and dries clear.
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Do you think those DIY chip repair kits are worth a shot?
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Originally Posted by FUZCO
(Post 9224753)
Do you think those DIY chip repair kits are worth a shot?
The issue is that the pit has to be deep enough so the fix will be able to stick otherwise the wipers will eventually remove it. That was told to me by numerous windshield repair places when I asked it they could fill those tiny pits. If it's a deep pit or a star then the fix can be made to go into those areas and anchor it. Good luck. |
Originally Posted by GearHead69
(Post 9224507)
I hear you. On the way back home from the dealer after I signed all the paper work we got a rock chip right in front of me, but below my eye level, and we also got a small rock chip on the hood. I was so pissed, but then realized that this will happen if I drive it, and as my wife reminded me you ain't spending this much money for a car that sits in the garage. I already have one of those. I was scheduled to have XPEL put on the car the next day. :egads:
I think because these types of cars sit lower than sedans the windshields are more prone to rock hits, and I also think like you the glass is softer. It could be that the rocks are harder, but that doesn't make sense. :uh: |
Originally Posted by AussieRC
(Post 9224919)
At least you guys don't live where I do in Oz. Our local government's solution to road resurfacing here is to lay coarse chips on wet tar and let the drivers bed it down!!!:egads:
Do the town officials sit on the side of the road and just laugh at everyone as they pass by? |
Geez ... You gotta wonder what people with Bentley's and exotic cars do!
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Originally Posted by FUZCO
(Post 9226819)
Geez ... You gotta wonder what people with Bentley's and exotic cars do!
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First to make chip resistant glass = $$$$$$$
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Originally Posted by FUZCO
(Post 9255828)
First to make chip resistant glass = $$$$$$$
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Just to follow up. I spoke with the Lexus tech. $425 to replace the window. :eek1: Wouldn't want to know what the windshield is!
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Originally Posted by FUZCO
(Post 9256268)
Just to follow up. I spoke with the Lexus tech. $425 to replace the window. :eek1: Wouldn't want to know what the windshield is!
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Finally came to accept the fact that Lexus glass is VERY soft and pits easily even little force. It sucks but inevitable I guess.
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Originally Posted by FUZCO
(Post 9362406)
Finally came to accept the fact that Lexus glass is VERY soft and pits easily even little force. It sucks but inevitable I guess.
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Originally Posted by GearHead69
(Post 9362506)
I feel your pain and you should see my windshield after only 6, 602 miles on it. This has to be some of the softest glass ever made.
It literally sucks. Even a small pebble kicked up under 40mph results in a nice white pit. I never had a car with such poor durability glass. It's crap. Only stays nice if you don't drive the car, or only drive when hardly anyone is on the road. Lexus should get their ***** together and deliver on glass. It is possible to make glass that shatters easily without making it prone to blemishes with everything that is thrown at it. That's why I didn't get the driver door window replaced. I knew it was a matter of time before it happens elsewhere. Not up for putting glass film on the windshield either. Heck, I'm surprised the rear window is still free from pitting! :p |
Originally Posted by FUZCO
(Post 9362691)
It literally sucks. Even a small pebble kicked up under 40mph results in a nice white pit. I never had a car with such poor durability glass. It's crap. Only stays nice if you don't drive the car, or only drive when hardly anyone is on the road. Lexus should get their ***** together and deliver on glass. It is possible to make glass that shatters easily without making it prone to blemishes with everything that is thrown at it.
That's why I didn't get the driver door window replaced. I knew it was a matter of time before it happens elsewhere. Not up for putting glass film on the windshield either. Heck, I'm surprised the rear window is still free from pitting! :p |
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