Windshield crack repair (17 inch)

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  • čas přidán 26. 02. 2012
  • My windshield got a big almost 35cm crack like the one on the video and at Carglass they told me it can not be fixed and needed glass replacement (700 euros). So I will try my luck with DIY repair kit I bought from the internet for 65 euros for big cracks. The seller provided me with a helpfull DVD of many instructional videos and I posted the one I am going to use.
    I will come back with some results later...
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Komentáře • 620

  • @jask320
    @jask320 Před 2 měsíci +3

    This is the best windshield repair video on CZcams

  • @ProfessionalDad
    @ProfessionalDad Před 4 lety +25

    A lost art. Instead of repair we’ve developed a disposable society. Thanks for sharing

    • @AndrewDelgado-og6es
      @AndrewDelgado-og6es Před 4 lety +1

      It’s sorta a scam for the simple reason it’s not repaired but temp fix don’t think you can leave it like that it does need to be replaced

    • @hassangideon1915
      @hassangideon1915 Před 2 lety +1

      I dont mean to be off topic but does anyone know of a tool to log back into an Instagram account..?
      I was stupid lost the login password. I love any tips you can offer me

    • @alanabdiel4868
      @alanabdiel4868 Před 2 lety

      @Hassan Gideon Instablaster =)

    • @hassangideon1915
      @hassangideon1915 Před 2 lety

      @Alan Abdiel i really appreciate your reply. I found the site through google and Im in the hacking process now.
      Seems to take a while so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

    • @hassangideon1915
      @hassangideon1915 Před 2 lety

      @Alan Abdiel it did the trick and I actually got access to my account again. I'm so happy!
      Thanks so much you really help me out :D

  • @BO0O0O0O0O0O01
    @BO0O0O0O0O0O01 Před 4 lety +36

    I knew that it could be done, but I was a bit of a skeptic with that long of a crack. That’s quite impressive. The only problem I’m having is that I can’t find a shop that will do it. All the shops I’ve contacted only want to replace which could be different then my JDM windshield.

    • @louie88580
      @louie88580 Před rokem

      No shops really repair something that large, the chances of it spreading after the fact are too great and we have to deal with frustrated customers more often than we want to

    • @Eye-it-azz
      @Eye-it-azz Před rokem +5

      This is why you need a boyfriend

  • @ddotrop5
    @ddotrop5 Před 5 lety +46

    Wow. I never knew it could be repaired 😊

  • @Nywindshieldcrackrepair
    @Nywindshieldcrackrepair Před 9 lety +7

    Great job! Keep up the good work.

  • @justadumbfarmer4744
    @justadumbfarmer4744 Před 3 lety +10

    Dang just my luck. I was thinking i’d patent that new fangled control arm until he said it was already patented. Guess I can’t make one of my own now. This guy is always like 2 steps ahead of me.

    • @socks2441
      @socks2441 Před 2 lety

      lol

    • @darkmauveshore
      @darkmauveshore Před 8 měsíci

      He's got the 9" fangled control arm, you can do the 10" fangled control arm. 10 minute cracks

  • @gavinparsons5150
    @gavinparsons5150 Před 8 lety +108

    hey man I had a drink one day while I was repairing a windshield & I ended up drilling through the windshield through the driver's seat and through the floor pan in to the car park asphalt into the earth out the other end and I ended up in downtown China!
    There's a whole new meaning to a crack expander over there!
    I ended up with a black eye which has nothing to do with your brown eye!
    But alas Tonto I am back home all tucked up now.

    • @Hollyweed1
      @Hollyweed1 Před 8 lety +2

      +Burt Purvis hahahahahahahaahahha holy shit

    • @daringman78
      @daringman78 Před 8 lety +2

      +Burt Purvis this hilarious hahahahaha

    • @Hollyweed1
      @Hollyweed1 Před 8 lety +3

      You need more likes in your life, my friend!

    • @pamb440
      @pamb440 Před 6 lety +1

      Right on man! Lol

    • @butterfaceee
      @butterfaceee Před 5 lety +1

      That's about the dumbest shit I've seen, but god damn it made me giggle like a little girl

  • @albinullanger7862
    @albinullanger7862 Před 2 lety +5

    This came out pretty good, i would consider doing this on nostalgia cars or totally cars with no spare parts. I work in the autoglass business, but no insurance company will cover any repairs larger than an inch or two. Crack, def no no. To pay us the actual fee for doing this work above, would end up beeing what the deductable for an entire windshield swap would be. Thats true in Sweden / Norway anyway.

  • @jonathancarrasco3356
    @jonathancarrasco3356 Před 4 lety +5

    Wauuu!! I didn't know a crack like that was possible to fix!

  • @YudaFaisal
    @YudaFaisal Před 6 lety +10

    Hi, thank you for sharing this helpful video. I think so far this is the best DIY video for repairing cracked windshield. Other video offered us to hear the guy talk everything that nonsense and off the topic.
    That's really an expensive tool you bought for windshield repair. I bought mine just for $15, Rain X brand.
    Have you done your project yet?

  • @ronfleet4730
    @ronfleet4730 Před 9 lety +87

    Good job! Repairs save land fills and customers money.

    • @ryans413
      @ryans413 Před 4 lety +5

      Ron Fleet Yea I think this repair is only 80 to 100 dollars compared to 300 to 500 for new glass

    • @carlosanaya4149
      @carlosanaya4149 Před 2 lety +1

      I was under the impression that these companies repair the cracks and bill the insurance companies for a brand new glass.

    • @kobepower
      @kobepower Před rokem

      @@ryans413 depends on glass. some cars if can be put to 2000. bucks.

  • @dobbelganger
    @dobbelganger Před 6 lety +3

    Impeccable work good job

  • @amana1480
    @amana1480 Před 3 lety +10

    0:30 Do you use diamond or tungsten carbide? And what shape is the drill bit tip? Round/flat?

  • @fielding68
    @fielding68 Před 7 lety +4

    Absolute genius.

  • @helensophia2
    @helensophia2 Před rokem

    I like your glass kit. I wish you put the seller. Thank you for sharing.

  • @sizedoctor
    @sizedoctor Před 9 lety +1

    like magic, loved the video

  • @oBseSsIoNPC
    @oBseSsIoNPC Před 4 lety +5

    no use of a vacuum pump, interesting. I always thought the best fixes are done with them. You did a really good job on this, considering the age of the crack....6 months...damn.

    • @JJ_GoBlue
      @JJ_GoBlue Před 3 lety +1

      You are right. Best repairs are done with a vacuum (on rock damages which are your stars, bullseyes etc.) but that crack is so wide open there was no reason to use all that equipment. The resin and Mylar capping plastic would’ve done the job. When the crack is open enough to feel with a nail (as that one was) you could drop anything in there and it’d fill almost immediately.

  • @sheriscott9788
    @sheriscott9788 Před 6 lety +4

    That is very interesting. I always wondered how that worked.

  • @TitaniumZX
    @TitaniumZX Před 2 lety +1

    Great video...thanks for sharing.

  • @arisayarana-herl9159
    @arisayarana-herl9159 Před 5 lety +11

    where can I buy the kit that you used in this video?

  • @szelvedojavitas
    @szelvedojavitas Před 10 lety +2

    Negativ:
    - 1080I resolution
    - Subb.
    - Date / workprice
    Positive:
    - Good job! Congratulations!

    • @naveedanwar9368
      @naveedanwar9368 Před 10 lety

      how i get the tools i want to buy the tools of repairing wind shield

    • @szelvedojavitas
      @szelvedojavitas Před 10 lety

      Hi, My company have some store:
      You can make order:
      www.glassmecahnix.eu
      www.deltakits.eu
      www.gtglass.eu
      www.windshieldrepair.eu
      Thanks,
      Pal Briak

    • @Ravikumar-zr3uf
      @Ravikumar-zr3uf Před 4 lety

      Is this possible in India if yes then please reply me anyone who know it.

  • @timault8209
    @timault8209 Před 4 lety +8

    Curious why, after alllllll these many years, you never updated your video description with the brand of the product you used, or a "years later" follow-up.

  • @TruthDefender
    @TruthDefender Před rokem +1

    Finally some succesful video. People trying to do this without the pressure. They just apply the liquid and wait for the earthquake...

  • @rustyrig2764
    @rustyrig2764 Před 10 lety +21

    FYI...The reason most glass companies won't repair cracks longer than 6" is because (or should be) because it is a structural issue. The windshields are part of the structure of your crash rating and must be full or as close to full strength as possible to protect you in an accident. So yeah, you can cosmetically improve the looks (somewhat) with this method, but it is still damaged. To each his own...be safe!

    • @mikelboyd711
      @mikelboyd711 Před 6 lety +1

      Russell C this is a great trick to keep from getting a ticket. It's a hefty fine for a cracked windshield. $29 < $300

  • @ayeRIGHTyaBE
    @ayeRIGHTyaBE Před 5 lety

    That's a great skill, good video.

  • @geraldmoore2681
    @geraldmoore2681 Před 8 lety +1

    excellent post

  • @shawnscott1491
    @shawnscott1491 Před 5 lety +1

    The windshield of my tractor is cracked in many different ways, would this work for that? I have a bottle of laminating resin just sitting around which is what i assume that liquid is.

  • @Normanb15
    @Normanb15 Před rokem +2

    What drill bit is being used here? Any good suggestions?

  • @chavenyenketswamy1498
    @chavenyenketswamy1498 Před 2 lety

    Same here my crack is much smaller but they cant repair the crack but want to replace the entire windshield. Can you use petroleum vaseline as a lubricant when sliding the suction cups along the crack. Where can you buy that tool and two part resin. Can you use clear acrylic resin?

  • @glasswinder
    @glasswinder Před 4 lety +27

    Amazing. I always thought that with a long crack in the windshield it had to be replaced.

    • @AndrewDelgado-og6es
      @AndrewDelgado-og6es Před 4 lety

      Michael G your windshield will spread its not repaired just temporary fix I won’t in this industry for 80 to 100 to repair or 50 dollar difference with insurance let the insurance pay 💰

    • @newmenalejandro1362
      @newmenalejandro1362 Před 2 lety +6

      It really should be, safelite in my area won't do repairs on cracked windshields. Only small rock chips under the size of a quarter.

    • @jeffreyb6165
      @jeffreyb6165 Před 2 lety +2

      @@newmenalejandro1362 That's right, this is 90% cosmetic and the area will always be weak and may be vulnerable in different ways whether you're caught in a hail storm or driving on bumpy terrain, but I still wouldn't hesitate to do this quick fix.

  • @pdeblois1880
    @pdeblois1880 Před 8 lety

    Very impressive!

  • @martinalbert5653
    @martinalbert5653 Před 4 lety

    Does anyone know if this really works? Does each crack really need another Bulls eye and more resin? What took is used to as a Bulls eye tapper?

  • @leomercado5993
    @leomercado5993 Před 5 lety +2

    In most cracks you don't even have to use that... Just run the resin with the tip of the resin bottle... Follow the crack and it will fill the crack with resin as you follow the crack line ..

  • @tomweihmayr2931
    @tomweihmayr2931 Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you for probably one of the best videos on the subject of spider crack windshield repair that I have seen. Question arises: if the windshield cracked as a result of something hitting it from the inside (a ceramic mug), does the repair have to be done from the inside, or is it assumed that the cracks have gone through and through and you can just repair it from the outside?

  • @Michaelbrian777
    @Michaelbrian777 Před 7 lety

    Im in Houston, who would u recommended to fill a crack ? safelite wont do it. mines on my new Challenger. About 13" long. Thanks

  • @javierbarrios4314
    @javierbarrios4314 Před 3 lety +2

    where can I find a shop that does this repair in California ?

  • @montyburns94
    @montyburns94 Před 7 lety +55

    This guy says "crack" more than former Toronto Mayor Rob Ford.

    • @MrBilld75
      @MrBilld75 Před 5 lety +3

      LMAO! As a Canadian and an Ontarian, I can appreciate this joke.

    • @ryans413
      @ryans413 Před 4 lety +1

      Remember when he walked right into the camera

  • @andrameda1
    @andrameda1 Před 8 lety

    would like to buy your tool however i did drill got a bulls eye and th plastic tool used could not get the vaccm and i had to scrape the resin i poored over the crack a month ago using the mylar tabs it cure in the sun, after doing all this i still could not get the resin traveling through the cracks from the impact site? Can you help me and how much those your tool cost? thanks.

  • @ThunderMan88
    @ThunderMan88 Před 8 lety +298

    4+2 drops = 8 drops.

    • @rvz77
      @rvz77 Před 7 lety +9

      Thunder 88 according to our current educational system, the answer to that equation is CORRECT!
      8 is the new 6..
      hendrix was close with if 6 was 9.
      oh well

    • @patrickprince5734
      @patrickprince5734 Před 7 lety +10

      its metric duh lol

    • @onlythewise1
      @onlythewise1 Před 4 lety +6

      depends on how big each drop is

    • @fonzirellimayne
      @fonzirellimayne Před 3 lety

      😂😂😂😂

    • @joedoe8170
      @joedoe8170 Před 3 lety

      😄

  • @ddsestephan
    @ddsestephan Před 3 lety +2

    Why creating a bull eye at the end and not just a hole? I am afraid this could cause another source of damage

  • @alextreeman7964
    @alextreeman7964 Před 5 měsíci

    Thank You 🎉

  • @alejandrosolisjr7015
    @alejandrosolisjr7015 Před 5 lety

    Hi, where did you get the windshield repair bridge? Ty!

  • @Veal44
    @Veal44 Před 7 lety +2

    Couldn't u jus fill the first couple inch or so n be fine?i is already cracked to the top of the window why fill it?just fill the other end n I'll be fine no??.

  • @jacesaces15
    @jacesaces15 Před 7 lety +1

    i always free hand the cracks, they always turn out because i take my time but this bridge tool is really nice

  • @michaelf7455
    @michaelf7455 Před 8 lety +13

    The reason why they where to replace the windshield is because, (I am a tech) after the crack is longer then a 6 inches (a bill note or dollar), the is a safety issue with repairing the windshield. the Resin after it cures becomes harder than glass. windshields are made to break a certain way, to much resin will alter this, and could honestly be a huge safety hazard.

    • @BrownEyePinch
      @BrownEyePinch Před 8 lety +3

      correct. this is just someone being a cheap ass

    • @e.nicholelewis1561
      @e.nicholelewis1561 Před 5 lety +1

      How much does a repair like this cost????

    • @dannyl5995
      @dannyl5995 Před 5 lety

      @@e.nicholelewis1561 probably 1-2k for oem at dealers.

    • @denniscraven8438
      @denniscraven8438 Před 5 lety +1

      @@e.nicholelewis1561 Emily, it depends on the tech. I'm in Wichita Ks, I'm a player @ $75. Crack repair can be very smart. It all depends on where, how old, and so forth. The dollar bill rule is an invention of Safelite Auto Glass. I think it's funny that they use a dollar bill as the metric. Because really that's what it's all about the dollar bill they want to sell you a new windshield all the time and always. Search out a good windshield repair service in your area. ROLAGS is the standard (ANSI). Good luck dear.

    • @brentisit2277
      @brentisit2277 Před 5 lety +1

      I'm getting mine done Saturday. Safelite is coming. The crack is almost 8 inches. $381.19. Not bad. I was thinking over $1,200.

  • @epicdeuce
    @epicdeuce Před 7 lety +152

    "Patented extension arm"
    Litterally just a piece of metal.

    • @ddotrop5
      @ddotrop5 Před 5 lety +1

      😂

    • @MrBilld75
      @MrBilld75 Před 5 lety +7

      Lol, I got a chuckle out of that too. Who knows, maybe that was his idea of a joke (and he was just really serious sounding about it, lol).

    • @thecam0073
      @thecam0073 Před 5 lety +7

      Watch out: “literally just a piece of metal” may have already been trademarked!

    • @rkgsd
      @rkgsd Před 4 lety

      If you were the one getting rich off the patent, you wouldn't be saying that.

    • @snorttroll4379
      @snorttroll4379 Před 3 lety +1

      That is how the patent system works and why it should be abolished or heavily modified. It stifles innovation and competition in most cases.

  • @fikprice9821
    @fikprice9821 Před 5 lety +1

    Hey just bought this but i have failed to used it even after the video. Can u help

  • @johnadams9044
    @johnadams9044 Před 3 lety

    Looks good but how rugged and long lasting is the repair? How hoes this repair hold up if vehicle is driving on terrible pot holed streets like New York City?

  • @asumadu1
    @asumadu1 Před 4 lety +1

    what kind of resin you using?

  • @boomstickkid
    @boomstickkid Před 9 lety

    is it possible to fill deep scratches with this resin?

  • @thegamepz
    @thegamepz Před rokem

    Advice me how to flex the windshield near the bottom of it. I have long crack that just appeared and it’s 1 inch above the wipers( in the edge of the dashboard ) I tried pushing the windshield but it’s not flexing and resin is not going in 😔

  • @shawns122
    @shawns122 Před 2 lety +1

    I need this guy right about now. Just for a little 1 inch Crack these knuckleheads are telling me I need to replace the window. Problem is, I have a BRAND new car where less than 5,000 of them are driving around in the US and the windshield is very limited

  • @kwesihagan3722
    @kwesihagan3722 Před 9 lety

    Nice video and wants to know if the resin have expiry date. our repairs do drain from the cracks after repairs within 3-4 days after repairs. any advice. thanks.

  • @Solidsnake999
    @Solidsnake999 Před 6 lety

    Is this available in Phoenix Arizona?
    Please respond

  • @winkiemalala586
    @winkiemalala586 Před rokem

    pls where you get the injector tool or buy from where, thanks good job

  • @45Mang
    @45Mang Před 2 lety

    Very nice mr techs!

  • @christinrichard4790
    @christinrichard4790 Před 8 lety +1

    Where can I have this done in Dallas, Texas?

  • @simpati-sd4ug
    @simpati-sd4ug Před 6 lety

    Amazing!

  • @normheath7447
    @normheath7447 Před rokem +2

    Where did you buy the repair tool, what brand is it?

  • @youssefbelmajdoub9292
    @youssefbelmajdoub9292 Před 7 lety

    hanks brother for the information
    iam from mrocco.
    can you help me
    iwant what are the names of these machines and where to faind him
    thanks

  • @marcpappas4334
    @marcpappas4334 Před rokem

    Wonder where I can buy that double injector kit for price like that?

  • @gowatchvideo
    @gowatchvideo Před 3 lety

    Can you put a link to your tool? I am sure they sell it on amazon just not sure what it’s called? Or just let me know what it’s called?

  • @billyd21556
    @billyd21556 Před 9 lety

    is there a product that would seal a cut seam in a bottle

  • @ruffyatutube
    @ruffyatutube Před 10 lety

    Where can I get one of this multi-head injector kit?

  • @NexusGuru
    @NexusGuru Před rokem

    can this be done with a single injector not a dual one?

  • @sinasamar2566
    @sinasamar2566 Před měsícem

    Hi buddy is the repair permanent or a temporary fix please advice

  • @DrewNationDrums
    @DrewNationDrums Před 5 lety +11

    where did you purchase the crack jack tool (the gold one), and what type of lubricant did you use? thanks in advance!!!

  • @NaturalDivineGoddess
    @NaturalDivineGoddess Před 3 lety +1

    Sweet!! 👍

  • @dannykeeling9011
    @dannykeeling9011 Před 4 lety

    Where do I buy the multi head injector and arm

  • @sdingray
    @sdingray Před 8 lety

    does this work on spider cracks as well?

  • @autorepairglasscars6113

    a very Nice Good job for good Experian

  • @tii2015
    @tii2015 Před 8 lety +2

    ***Classified ***
    Damn straight son!
    A proper replacement is soooooooo much better than a repair job!
    GO GATES.

    • @dunnoyet3777
      @dunnoyet3777 Před 7 lety +3

      look everyone, im a windshield glass retailer/wholesaler.

  • @trevorbyron9448
    @trevorbyron9448 Před 2 lety +1

    How does one flex the crack from inside if you're alone

  • @TimKGrimes
    @TimKGrimes Před 9 lety

    Nice job

  • @joemalcolm529
    @joemalcolm529 Před 6 lety +17

    4:29 that's what she said!

  • @godfirst6880
    @godfirst6880 Před 2 lety

    That's funny!
    My 98 Honda CRV has a crack going all the way across, and another crack starting...and I can see a CRV of the same generation in the background through the windshield in the video..☺️

  • @saanyolgabriel5952
    @saanyolgabriel5952 Před 8 lety

    Pls am a fast leaner and I need know the materials that are needed for the repair. I need the repair kits

  • @thenite187
    @thenite187 Před 9 lety

    Impressive!

  • @hassennuru8024
    @hassennuru8024 Před 4 lety

    Good job

  • @yydslcc3590
    @yydslcc3590 Před 3 lety

    Where are you guys located? I am in Houston Texas. Any suggestions?

  • @eduardoavila9346
    @eduardoavila9346 Před 6 lety

    Hi, where can I buy this tool? I am currently living in Mexico.

  • @user-gx7in7qj3o
    @user-gx7in7qj3o Před 3 lety +1

    굿~~~~최고입니다 👍 👍. 😃

  • @michelleblaikie9765
    @michelleblaikie9765 Před 4 lety

    How do I fix a gowg not a crack out of front windscreen of car

  • @blackstallion3220
    @blackstallion3220 Před 6 lety

    Where i can find this multihead injector please

  • @pakhtooni
    @pakhtooni Před 7 lety

    nice job

  • @mariobueso4665
    @mariobueso4665 Před 5 lety

    Where can i get those tools and product

  • @atetrackmb
    @atetrackmb Před 9 lety

    Where can I get a bulls eye tapper set?

  • @CHIEFBIGFAITH4Christ
    @CHIEFBIGFAITH4Christ Před 6 měsíci

    Can you recommend somebody for me in Sacramento area

  • @southernrebel69420
    @southernrebel69420 Před 9 lety +86

    dont go too deep or you wont get the bullseye...... thats what she said.

    • @superjeffstanton
      @superjeffstanton Před 5 lety +4

      They NEVER say that though.

    • @chauncieextreme8514
      @chauncieextreme8514 Před 4 lety +1

      Jeff Stanton well Jeff, they do say that. sounds like your simply not hitting the old bullseye, & my guess is too shallow, but just ask her. she’ll prolly thank you for noticing

    • @jade8568_VR
      @jade8568_VR Před 3 lety +1

      Said no woman... EVER!

    • @randybarnes9270
      @randybarnes9270 Před 3 lety

      Nice

  • @praveenn56
    @praveenn56 Před 10 lety +1

    where can i buy this think

  • @valeriequinn7490
    @valeriequinn7490 Před 7 lety

    does anyone know how to replace back window washer nozzle on a citreon zsara picasso

  • @mikkel137
    @mikkel137 Před rokem

    how to find the training video ?

  • @americafilmbr5672
    @americafilmbr5672 Před 4 lety

    do you sell the course online?

  • @xxlilali94xx
    @xxlilali94xx Před 10 lety

    What a boss. you need to come to michigan

  • @redbaron2448
    @redbaron2448 Před 6 lety

    Where do you get that tool kit?

  • @siennam3
    @siennam3 Před 8 lety

    is your injector device plastic or metal?

  • @wahidhaddad5848
    @wahidhaddad5848 Před 8 lety

    what is the name used by the adhesive

  • @caves51
    @caves51 Před 4 lety

    Where can I get this done in NJ.

  • @thomslim
    @thomslim Před 3 lety

    amazing to save cost

  • @autoglassalbaloor
    @autoglassalbaloor Před rokem

    very helpful