Windshield hunt...

[jdog35]

Trying like mad to source a front windshield for the pig. I'm near Portland, and the glass shops I've called all pretty much laugh at my request. Does anyone have a tip/hint to offer? The wife didn't really appreciate the idea of us wearing aviator goggles 24-7. Not sure why

Thanks all!

 

[bogus one]

About 3 years ago:

"Hello, SafeLite"

"Hi, I have a challenge for you. '78 Toyota FJ-55 windshield. Think you can find one?"

"We have one in our L.A. location. Can install at your house in 3 days."

"Sold"

 

[jdog35]

Yeah...see that's the catch bogus...I'm in Portland and everyone up here says they have to ship it from their southern locations (LA, Phoenix, etc.). So the glass and install price isn't terrible...it's the $200+ for shipping that kills it Unless you know a secret code that I don't

 

[LAMBCRUSHER]

yeah but it's gotta be cheaper than a cast job. What was the price they quoted you for the window?

 

[bigsal]

I have bought two from Auto Glass Express in Truckee CA. They get them from a Sacramento based supplier.

 

[jdog35]

yeah but it's gotta be cheaper than a cast job. What was the price they quoted you for the window?

$250 for the glass (with install) and $200-225 for the freight up here. Not so bueno.

 

[LAMBCRUSHER]

hey, pricey beats unobtainium, which is what I thought they were

 

[RHINO]

last time i bought one it was avail locally and $150 installed, afraid i'm out of touch with the prices being thrown around here now.