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Porsche_911s 11-19-2009 12:32 AM

Replace windshield in summer?
 
I was getting ready to order a new windshield and seal and have it installed in a couple of weeks and then I got to thinking, would it be better to wait and do this in the summer? I was wondering if the colder temps would mess with the seal & the sealant. I am in houston, 50/75 temps currently, may get a little colder in Dec.

Geronimo '74 11-19-2009 01:05 AM

should be no problem. It's not like you're going to do it in subzero temperatures...
Rubber might be a little less flexble, not as soft as in hot weather, which might make it a little more difficult to install.
Are you using sealant with a new seal??
I'm not sure if that is really necessary. Read the instructions of the sealant, they should mention temperature limits for application.

Porsche_911s 11-19-2009 01:08 AM

I'm taking it to a windshield shop. When I had my '74 replaced they used some sort of black sealant that stayed semi-pliable. They used it around he outside edge and very little.

Thanks for the reply!

sc_rufctr 11-19-2009 04:00 AM

The seals in our cars are designed to be installed without sealant.

However in the real world some shops will use a non silicone sealant that stays soft. If they do a good job it will look fine.

But if it was me I wouldn't use any sealant.
My car would rarely see rain and is garaged most of the time.

Pazuzu 11-19-2009 05:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Porsche_911s (Post 5019929)
I'm taking it to a windshield shop.

Gotta tell us locals who, and how much! And how good they turn out to be...


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