Cracked winshield.....DAM!

[kpaske]

I'm on my third windshield now and in need of my fourth due to several large cracks. I don't know what it is about the VX but this vehicle seems particularly prone to windshield damage! Anyhow, I've had both tinted windshields and the tint strip along the top. The tinted ones are offered in a "green" tint and a "brown" tint -- the green looks the best on my ebony VX (and more closely matches my other tint). The one with the tint strip was clear, except for the gray tint line along the top. Of the two styles, I prefer the green tint.

[johnnyapollo]

I think the shape of the front/nose of the VX causes an updraft that strikes right at the windshield. What's needed is a good wind deflector for the front to keep the stones off the glass. I'm hoping John at Carbon Werks can come up with something in CF.

-- John

[Heraclid]

That's exactly right, John. We had to leave very early for the rallycross at Joe's place in Ft. Meade, and drove home in the dark too. Consequently, I had gobs and gobs of bug strikes all over the VX. What was interesting is that from the top end of the hood insert to the windshield just above the wiper arms was totally free of bug guts, and you could practically see a line where things started whacking the windshield. And I mean it was really covered in bug goo from head to toe, so something was deflecting them from that particular little area.

[jayfotos]

Originally posted by VX922
Crack progress can by stopped by drilling a small hole at the very end of the crack. Most windshield shops do it at small cost.

Well, I'm covered 100% and I would rather replace it. If your insurance company offers it, might be worth it.....seems a lot of you guys have this problem.

I've had mine for close to 3 years and this is my first crack.

[NJVX]

I noticed that if the windshield is installed even a small amount to the left or the right, its possible that the door when closed might be putting pressure on the windshield causing it to crack without apparent reason. Be sure to have the new one installed by someone who takes care in thier work.

[jayfotos]

I'll tell him that when I seem him tomorrow, thanks.

[jayfotos]

Got factory glass with the tint....nice!

[Jolly Roger VX'er]

I had mine drilled the next day after the stone chip...didn't help in my case...now have crack from sea to shining sea...figure I'll get a new windshield when spring finally hits.