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About DEREK
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I can answer just about any Auto Glass Question.

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30+ Years in Auto Glass Industry. Plate, Lexan, Custom cut Lami, Mirrors, Window Motors,Ect..

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AGA,MAC,PPG

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On the side of my Refrigerator :)

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12th Grade

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In Category  Auto Glass

SubjectDate Asked

Passat Rearview mirror11/25/2009
  Q: I have a 1998 VW Passat and the rearview mirror just became detached from the 'stalk'. The stalk is ...
  A: You must turn the whole base of the mirror housing (STALK) 1/4 turn counter clockwise to remove. Do ...
Fluid from heated mirror passenger side11/23/2009
  Q: My heated mirror got broken on the passenger side of my 2006 Yukon and I cannot get the liquid off ...
  A: To tell you the truth I do not know what the liquid is that is in the heated mirrors but if you have ...
Auto glass parts11/20/2009
  Q: I am looking for a clip that attaches to the bottom of a 2005 Toyota Camry passenger side window. ...
  A: Andrew, The threaded bolt could be 6mm but the Nut that holds the clip to the regulator requires ...
Auto glass parts11/18/2009
  Q: I am looking for a clip that attaches to the bottom of a 2005 Toyota Camry passenger side window. ...
  A: Andrew, If it is plastic, in the shape of an upside down ( h ) and WAS bonded to the window and ...
window cndensation11/14/2009
  Q: My toyota camry 1981, fogs the windows every time it rains, with heater on front window becomes ...
  A: Taj, Most condensation problems are from water or moister inside the car. Remove the water and the ...
scion xd11/13/2009
  Q: Where can I buy a 2009 Scion Xd left rear door window glass to put in myself, seal is OK, but ...
  A: Scion glass is a little crazy! On some models only the Front doors, Back glass and Windshield are ...
Leak11/4/2009
  Q: I have a 2005 Ford Freestyle. The rear carpet below the fixed rear window just behind the 3rd seat ...
  A: Jeanette, If you live on Long Island, NY We could look at it for you if you call us! ...
2006 scion xB quarter glass10/29/2009
  Q: Sorry Derek, I forgot to include the year. My question is for a 2006 scion xB driver side quarter ...
  A: The part FQ21998YPY is expensive the Dealer part is 300.00 so if you have glass coverage through ...
Glass cracked on Rear View Mirror10/27/2009
  Q: I have a 2003 Yukon Denali and the glass cracked on the drivers side rear view mirror. What can I ...
  A: I have Good news! Your heated mirror has 2 layers of clear 1/16 float glass on top of the mirrored ...
side window 1995 chevy cavilier 2door10/25/2009
  Q: what tools are needed and how do you remove the side glass on a 1995 2door chevy cavilier.thanks
  A: I would not recommend anyone do this Quarter glass job as far as taking one from one car to put into ...
Glass Leak10/22/2009
  Q: I am John, I emailed you a few days ago. I have the 2002 Ford F150 with the leaking side glass. ...
  A: Yes! Ford used the cheaper Foam CORE Butyl but it is not as as available as the solid butyl and I ...
2001 aurora10/22/2009
  Q: i have a 2001 aurora left the window down for a week of rain now the door has power all the lights ...
  A: I am guessing that when you say you changed driver door module you mean Master Window Switch?? Did ...
Side Window Leak10/20/2009
  Q: I own a 2002 Ford F150 SCab. I noticed water from the rear side door windows about 2 weeks ago. I ...
  A: I am giving you the quick version of this fix!! NO GLUE OF ANY KIND IS TO BE USED ON THIS ...
side view mirror10/14/2009
  Q: How difficult is it to simply replace the glass on a 2007 Ford Explorer limited drivers side ...
  A: In actual labor time they are about the same 1/2 HR Tops! The mirror unit just bolts on, and the ...
windshield glass10/13/2009
  Q: Is there any difference between windshield glasses from different vendor? If so, how can I tell ...
  A: Hands Down the OEM Mopar brand( Safeguard )NOT to be confused with Satellite, is the best glass for ...
Passenger side mirror of a GMC Yukon10/12/2009
  Q: I broke the passenger side mirror of a 2000 GMC Yukon Denali, I just broke the glass. I called the ...
  A: I have Good news! Your heated mirror has 2 layers of clear 1/16 float glass on top of the mirrored ...
Cleaning windshield10/10/2009
  Q: how to remove rain drop spots from windshield using ingredients found at home? something easy. cheap ...
  A: Chemical glass damage is categorized in 3 Stages: 1)Light 2)Medium 3) Heavy If we are talking ...
Power window fix10/8/2009
  Q: We recently bought a 1990 Honda Accord. The driver's side power window doesn't work properly. The ...
  A: The 1990-97 Honda Accord door glasses were always a pain in the neck. The main problems being that ...
derek10/1/2009
  Q: how to replace the vent window on a 91 f150
  A: Vell, This vent can be installed in two ways, Vent glass only or as the whole vent ...
window problem10/1/2009
  Q: 2000 pontiac grand prix. The drivers side window went down but wuold not come back up. I replaced ...
  A: Darryl. I HATE Cable Run Systems and belive that they are the very Definition of planed ...
passenger glass mirror9/30/2009
  Q: I am having a hard time finding a replacement passenger side glass mirror and bracket for my 2000 ...
  A: Jim, I am yet to find anyone who will sell the mirror brackets alone, I even sell the mirror ...
2004 Jeep Wrangler TJ rear window install9/15/2009
  Q: I bought a used Mopar hardtop for my jEEP - I need to buy/install the rear window - I have hinges, ...
  A: Joe, Yes you will need the lower frame to lock the back hatch secure. Buy the glass ...
"91 jeep wrangler renegade9/11/2009
  Q: i need to replace cracked windshield and its frame. the frame is rusty so was told it will break ...
  A: I am not a Jeep guy but I am almost possitive your frame is bolted on with 4 bolts. If the older ...
Door window brackets9/9/2009
  Q: Where can I purchase a door window bracket to replace a broken one on my 99 olds alero.
  A: Ken Try the junk yard first and see what they have. Or a glass shop to see if they have ...
dots around windshield perimeter9/2/2009
  Q: I have a 2008 Toyota Corolla 4-door sedan. Like most passenger cars these days, the perimeter around ...
  A: The Dots around the glass of any car is to deflect/Defuse the Suns or Headlight glare away from the ...
drivers side window9/1/2009
  Q: I have a 2002 lincoln LS AND i let my window up I heard something crack like glass. I contined to ...
  A: The sound you heard was the plastic ends of the window regulator guides letting go. The crunching ...
Rear window glass in 69 Dodge Dart8/29/2009
  Q: I had my 69 Dart painted (rear window removed and replaced). The rear window leaks bad know. I ...
  A: The polyethylene seal they refer to here is commonly called Butyl tape. a high viscosity dried ...
Rear window glass in 69 Dodge Dart8/28/2009
  Q: I had my 69 Dart painted (rear window removed and replaced). The rear window leaks bad know. I ...
  A: Ok I was born in 1963 and started doing glass at 14 years old so I don't remember doing too many of ...
rear glass convertable8/19/2009
  Q: this involves a 1994 Chrysler lebaron. Is there a kit or information on how to reinstall the glass ...
  A: If You look from the inside at the top of the rear window with the top 1/4 of the way Down, you ...
back window8/11/2009
  Q: My back window will not go up can I take the panel of the door off I have a 1996 crown vice Please ...
  A: The Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquise rear windows are a little tough to fix because of the ...
side sliding window on 2001 dodge ram van.8/10/2009
  Q: I have really excessive wind noise coming from the side sliding windows on my 2001 dodge ram van ...
  A: If the sound you hear is coming in on the slider side check the rubber seal that goes around the ...
headlight lens8/7/2009
  Q: Got a ford contour with headlight lens that are clouded over with age. Other than replacing them is ...
  A: I do not know if this model has Glass or plastic head lights but if it is glass your seal is gone, ...
2009 BMW M6 convertible8/5/2009
  Q: I have one of these scheduled for Monday. I put it out so I can ask this. Are there any tricks that ...
  A: I personally have never replaced this BMW M6 Model year windshield before so I can only tell you ...
Passenger side mirror.8/4/2009
  Q: HEY WHATS UP DEREK I GOT PROBLEM AND NEED YOUR HELP. I DRIVE A 2001 OLDS AURORA AND EVERYTHING WORKS ...
  A: Try this: Get the mirror where you want it to be for good and open up the cover directly behind the ...
Driver"s Side Glass8/3/2009
  Q: I have a 1984 Camaro and I changed the windows to power windows and in the process I learned the ...
  A: I do belive I have one of the very same (Glass mounted stops) in my Old stock Inventory. but that ...
windshield8/2/2009
  Q: I have an old 1990 Chevy and I had a windshield installed. I had to repair a crack that happened 2 ...
  A: Most Professional Auto glass shops will offer a lifetime warrantee on all Windshield and Back Glass ...
windshield8/1/2009
  Q: I have an old 1990 Chevy and I had a windshield installed. I had to repair a crack that happened 2 ...
  A: I really need to know the model of this car to give you more info., The whole thing sounds Fishy and ...
Auto glass question7/30/2009
  Q: My passenger window motor went and the window is broke do they replace the whole window with the ...
  A: I would need the Year,Make And Model to tell you for sure but if they said it is a Cable Run Window ...
Rear Stationary glass replacement '00 Nissan Xterra7/27/2009
  Q: I was lucky enough to have my back two windows shot out by clueless hunters. I have a 2000 Nissan ...
  A: 3M is your best bet with both Primer and Urethane. Both are very expensive at about 15-20.00 and ...
Rear Stationary glass replacement '00 Nissan Xterra7/25/2009
  Q: I was lucky enough to have my back two windows shot out by clueless hunters. I have a 2000 Nissan ...
  A: The quarter glass should have clips on it to make the glass snap fit perfectly into the pinchweld ...
84 chevy C107/20/2009
  Q: replacing driver side glass window vent Cant seem to get it off.So I removed the door panel to get ...
  A: There should be two bolts that line up with the vent channel that goes all the way to the bottom of ...
auto glass7/19/2009
  Q: Where can I buy a 2005 Scion XB right rear door accessory window glass to put in myself, seal is OK, ...
  A: If the fixed window is in the door next to the door glass and not on the side of the car it is ...
auto glass7/18/2009
  Q: Where can I buy a 2005 Scion XB right rear door accessory window glass to put in myself, seal is OK, ...
  A: Do you want a Door Glass or a Vent Glass, Or Quarter Glass? A Rear vent is in the door and a Quarter ...
replace door glass mechanism7/7/2009
  Q: I am about to replace the door grille on my european seat ibiza car as the old one is about to ...
  A: Sorry for the late reply! I have never heard of one of these cars and after looking it up on Google ...
malibu glass7/6/2009
  Q: Will Chevelle or Laguna windshields fit a 1980 Malibu? Thank you, Glen
  A: The Chevy Chevelle Glass will not fit in a 1980 Malibu and the 1980 Malibu 2 Door windshield will ...
Passenger side auto glass (front)7/6/2009
  Q: How do I get the auto glass out of the passenger side (front) regulator? It seems to be glued into ...
  A: The window itself has tabs glued to it so that it can get bolted to the regulator arm. Take the two ...
door channels6/29/2009
  Q: I have a 1989 GMC sierra 2500 pickup. The door glass mount rails [ also ...
  A: The Door glass channel guides are the vertical metal channels with rubber felt that bolt into the ...
Power window6/23/2009
  Q: The part that lifts and lowers my window has come apart from the glass....I had it superglued and it ...
  A: The best way to insure that it will not happen again is get a whole new glass with the clips bonded ...
window issue6/21/2009
  Q: io have a 97 4 dr acura integra....thru the drivers side i can lower all window except the drivers ...
  A: Yes that is the right name for it! The Dealer has this part if you want to spend the 120-195.00 and ...
firebird windshields6/21/2009
  Q: I have a 1973 Firebird that needs a windshield and would like to know what other Firebird ...
  A: The Pontiac Firebird and the Chevy Camaro Both share the same windshield from 1971-1981. The ...
Auto Glass in rear latch6/17/2009
  Q: I recently bought a 97 Subaru Legacy Outback and discovered the rear hatch door won't open. I took ...
  A: To get all the glass out of the narrow doors today we always have to tap on the outer edge of the ...
auto glass6/10/2009
  Q: yes will passenger side window glass from a 1975 ford truck fit a 1991 ford f 150 truck?
  A: According to my 1991 NAGS book 1980 will be as far back as you can go with that door glass BUT that ...
door glass6/8/2009
  Q: I am going to replace the passenger door glass and was looking for tips on this repair if there is ...
  A: The first thing I would tell you to do is: Do Not roll the window regulator motor up or down until ...
Rear door window on 1997 AE110 Corolla6/8/2009
  Q: some low-life broke into my Corolla in the weekend, smashing the passenger-rear window. I sourced a ...
  A: You almost have it! The mystery vent channel screw is under the top molding that seals the door to ...
1991 Cherokee Rear Quarter Glass5/28/2009
  Q: I have a 91 Cherokee that the Passenger Side Rear quarter glass was broken...how do I remove and ...
  A: Jeep Cherokee quarters from mid 80's to 2001 are not that hard to do. The hardest thing is making ...
Ford F-150 driver window5/26/2009
  Q: The tints of my driver side window on my 2005 Ford F-150 were coming off so I figured I'd peel some ...
  A: To find out what happened the panel must come off, a couple of Phillips screws and a pull should do ...
Back Windows Leak in '91 Explorer5/17/2009
  Q: My two rear windows in truck leaks when it rains. Is there any type of adhesive that I can buy over ...
  A: Sorry to hear about your leak. Yes there is a 3M urethane adhesive sold at most auto parts stores ...
auto glass5/15/2009
  Q: When a tempered glass window is broken such as in a 2001 Ford Focus the glass explodes into little ...
  A: The good news is if you had come into heavy contact with this Dust you would most definitely would ...
auto glass5/13/2009
  Q: When a tempered glass window is broken such as in a 2001 Ford Focus the glass explodes into little ...
  A: My first question is why your friend did the vacuum job?, did he put in the Glass? I would guess ...
auto glass5/12/2009
  Q: When a tempered glass window is broken such as in a 2001 Ford Focus the glass explodes into little ...
  A: Hi Debbie, If you could see a tempered glass explode in slow motion like on that cool show ...
door glass5/9/2009
  Q: I recently had my sebring convertible front passenger window knocked out. We ar egoing to go to a ...
  A: I would not recommend doing a convertible door glass to anyone who does not have at least a little ...
power window5/3/2009
  Q: Derek. I got my car from my mom and the power window doesn't work obviously. I took off the panel ...
  A: I want to clarify that when I say ( do not take all the bolts out ) I mean out of the Motor itself, ...
power window5/3/2009
  Q: Derek. I got my car from my mom and the power window doesn't work obviously. I took off the panel ...
  A: Sounds like you just have to hold glass steady and (TAP) the window button UP or Down and realigned ...
sideview mirror glass 2008 Accord4/22/2009
  Q: My heated passenger sideview mirror glass on a 2008 Honda Accord EX is cracked. How do I replace ...
  A: I have Good news! Your heated mirror has 2 layers of clear 1/16 float glass on top of the mirrored ...
Leaking windshield4/16/2009
  Q: My windshield leaks at the top corner. It appears that the rubber molding has deteriorated there. ...
  A: Your probably asking yourself why I needed to know where you live? Its simple!, in a word, RUST! ...
rear driver side window install 2001 corolla4/14/2009
  Q: how does the window get on the track? my window got smashed out and i got a new piece of glass that ...
  A: The first question I would ask you is did you roll the window crank up and down to see the regulator ...
windshield cracked4/13/2009
  Q: I have a 2000 mustang gt, the windshield is cracked. I would like to have it replaced. I'm not ...
  A: Depending on what area you live, you might not have to take your Car anywhere!! Most Auto Glass ...
window cable4/11/2009
  Q: i have 2000 gmc seria 1500 4x4 .the winow fell down,i have it torn apart and apears to be two cables ...
  A: Your Past Help is going to be rewarded HERE, Today!! Ready? Don't go crazy with the motor and the ...
Pinch Weld Prep4/9/2009
  Q: I have a Jeep Cherokee undergoing complete restoration. It's stripped down to just the body. I ...
  A: I do not know much about paint but I will try to help the best I can. Having said that,I want to ...

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