That's what I paid for a GMC windshield from Coach Glass a couple years ago. I had to insist on no boxing/crating to get that price. Of course, the GMC is probably a bigger market, so I would expect the Revcon windshield to be a bit more.
Hello from Austria!
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Update - RV Glass:
"We do have it in stock. I can provide you with the quote once I get the ship to address to add the freight and crate."
I asked them for the cheapest shipping method. Time doesn´t matter as long as it is not too expensive.
"We do have it in stock. I can provide you with the quote once I get the ship to address to add the freight and crate."
I asked them for the cheapest shipping method. Time doesn´t matter as long as it is not too expensive.
That's great! I'm sure shipping will be pricey--and the windshield too for that matter, but at least it's possible to get one. I'll withdraw my inquiry with them. They were starting to ask for the numbers off the glass, and other details I don't have.Update - RV Glass:
"We do have it in stock. I can provide you with the quote once I get the ship to address to add the freight and crate."
I asked them for the cheapest shipping method. Time doesn´t matter as long as it is not too expensive.
That 's certainly great to hear! 'Cause there aren't too many of them around I would guess.
Cor
Cor
Thanks for your help!
Yes, Revcon produced about 2,000 motorhomes, but I don' t know how many Flat Noses and Slant Noses in detail.
RV Glass wrote:
"I have attached the gasket and or moldings. Are you going to need either gasket or molding? If so, Please advise and let me know which one you need."
Good question. Which one do I need? Gasket, molding or both? I have asked my mechanic in Saxony to have a look at the driver' s side, but no answer so far.
Your coach looks on the picture similar to my Chieftain, and in that Winnebago, the glass was glued to the metal, leaving a (filled ) gap with sealant, in which the molding was pressed, while the sealant was still 'wet'.
The 'leg' of the molding , which looked like the # M1 in the above chart then covers both the glass and the surrounding fiberglass (on mine) or metal on a car-like surround.
I would suggest you remove a part of the molding to decide which one you need, but in my case the molding was re-used, as it came out without any damage. You could decide to remove the whole thing now, and if it comes out in good shape, then it is perhaps best to re-use the original
My 2 cents.
Cor
The 'leg' of the molding , which looked like the # M1 in the above chart then covers both the glass and the surrounding fiberglass (on mine) or metal on a car-like surround.
I would suggest you remove a part of the molding to decide which one you need, but in my case the molding was re-used, as it came out without any damage. You could decide to remove the whole thing now, and if it comes out in good shape, then it is perhaps best to re-use the original
My 2 cents.
Cor
If I may give you one more piece of advise, regarding the reason for the crack in your window?
I was sure that mine had been caused bij the twisting of the frame during setting up on the hydraulic stabilizers, regardless how careful I always had been with the setting-up procedure, and always extended the jacks in pairs.
I changed my mind after I had prepared the access for window-man, and had removed some of the fiberglass front under the windscreen. There was rust visible, just in the areas where the 2 cracks had started. When the old window was removed, some more rust came to light, (as it always does).
The (mobile) glass setter agreed to give some time for the repair.
So I removed that part of the bad area, and manufactured a matching piece and welded that in place. Problem solved.
Here the glass had not been removed yet
Another spot, als on the lower edge after the glass was out.
I was sure that mine had been caused bij the twisting of the frame during setting up on the hydraulic stabilizers, regardless how careful I always had been with the setting-up procedure, and always extended the jacks in pairs.
I changed my mind after I had prepared the access for window-man, and had removed some of the fiberglass front under the windscreen. There was rust visible, just in the areas where the 2 cracks had started. When the old window was removed, some more rust came to light, (as it always does).
The (mobile) glass setter agreed to give some time for the repair.
So I removed that part of the bad area, and manufactured a matching piece and welded that in place. Problem solved.
Here the glass had not been removed yet
Another spot, als on the lower edge after the glass was out.
Just for comparison, a few days ago I paid $AUD 1.80 per litre. That’s about 1.09 Euro per litre or $USD 4.47 per US gallon.
For more comparisons, gasoline here in Southern Ontario Canada is ~ $1.50CDN/ litre = 0.99 Euros/litre or $4.14USD /US Gallon.
Google reports the current average price for gasoline in the USA is $3.22USD / US gallon.
Google reports the current average price for gasoline in the USA is $3.22USD / US gallon.
Finally I got an offer from RV Glass/Duncan for one driver' s side windshield and shipping to Germany. Good lord. USD 2,000,-- for the windshield and transportation (without import duties) would have been my limit.
This is indeed outrageous! As I said earlier on, I (= my insurance) paid around €2600 ($2825) for new glass, freight and import. I do not recall in installation was included, but think it wasn't.
This was around 2017/18.
Are you aware about other such units in Europe/ dismantlers?
What are your options now?
Cor
Edit: I also sometime look at irv2.com/forums/ ,
and recently there was a link to RV glass firm, here:
www.rvglassparts.com
Perhaps have a look around that forum, just for USA motorhomes.
This was around 2017/18.
Are you aware about other such units in Europe/ dismantlers?
What are your options now?
Cor
Edit: I also sometime look at irv2.com/forums/ ,
and recently there was a link to RV glass firm, here:
Submit a RV Glass Repair or Replacement Claim | Custom Glass Solutions
Our RV glass experts will help you manage the insurance claims process and select a glass vendor from our nationwide Network of 3,000+ preferred glass installers. Get started here!
www.rvglassparts.com
Perhaps have a look around that forum, just for USA motorhomes.
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There is no 1979 Revcon in Europe which I could part out. It' s no option for me anyway.
I' m trying to find a cheaper supplier, I am not willing to pay this price, it' s a rip-off.
1,000,-- for the windshield would have been OK.
The crack is about 20 cm (7, 87 inches) long and it goes down vertically. I am going to put an Oldsmobile Logo sticker over it.
And I' m hoping to get a better offer...
I' m trying to find a cheaper supplier, I am not willing to pay this price, it' s a rip-off.
1,000,-- for the windshield would have been OK.
The crack is about 20 cm (7, 87 inches) long and it goes down vertically. I am going to put an Oldsmobile Logo sticker over it.
And I' m hoping to get a better offer...
Or a couple of Austian tax stickers above each others; maybe you could get hold of earlier years, for free or very little. Or stickers from campsites, or Austrian Automobile club.
Here in the Netherlands, it would not be a TÜV failure, if it is a single crack and not in the direct line of drivers vision
Here in the Netherlands, it would not be a TÜV failure, if it is a single crack and not in the direct line of drivers vision
I will look for U.S. Campground stickers. Good idea.
It' s difficult, because I can' t feel the crack with my fingertips. The crack seems to be inside between the layers. But I will take a closer look once again and yes, this could be a solution. Thanks.
