With used glass, previously installed, vehicle owner owns the liability.
NORMALLY, new glass, still in original packaging, installer owns it, BUT,
like Todd says, each deal is different, and varies from shop to shop.
Jim Hupy
> Typically when it comes to fixed glass removal and installation if the
> glass is broken upon removal the owner absorbs the glass cost. If the
> installer breaks the glass upon installation then that typically falls on
> the installer. These points MUST be agreed upon by all parties in advance.
>
> Sully
> Bellevue.
>
> On Fri, Jul 20, 2018 at 7:18 AM Rob Mueller
>
> > Jim,
> >
> > Re, "Plus, if they break it, they bought it."
> >
> > I'd be surprised if a windshield installer would take responsibility for
> > breaking a windshield they didn't supply at $729 each.
> >
> > Regards,
> > Rob M.
> > The Pedantic Mechanic
> > Sydney, Australia
> > AUS '75 Avion - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
> > USA '75 Avion - Double Trouble TZE365V100426
> > USA '77 Kingsley - TZE 267V100808
> >
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Gmclist [mailto:gmclist-bounces] On Behalf Of
> James
> > Hupy
> > Sent: Friday, July 20, 2018 8:45 AM
> > To: gmclist
> > Subject: Re: [GMCnet] Installing new front windows
> >
> > Installing windshield glass with insufficient assistance is a receipe for
> > disaster. One tiny tool chip on the edge of the glass will lead to
> > problems. Really strong suction cups, and really strong forearms are an
> > absolute must. Plus, if they break it, they bought it. Additionally, most
> > glass shops have access to new windshield rubber mouldings and know a few
> > "tricks of the trade" when it comes to setting those big glass panels in
> > place. They have a fresh supply of butyl sealants and heaters to activate
> > them. I have outsourced glass installs for years. State Street Auto Glass
> > in Salem has done good work for me in the past, although the owner has
> > retired, and one of his lead installers is a service writer for a local
> > auto dealer. I do not have any personal experience with their
> replacements.
> > Jim Hupy
> > Salem, Or
> >
> > On Fri, Jul 20, 2018, 6:24 AM Johnny Bridges via Gmclist <
> >
> > > Rich, that's the correct way. Pay for experience because breaking one
> is
> > > expensive.
> > >
> > > --johnny
> > > --
> > > 76 26' Eleganza(?) with beaucoup mods and add - ons.
> > > Braselton, Ga.
> > > "I forgive them all, save those who hurt the dogs. They must answer to
> > me
> > > in hell" - ol Andy, paraphrased
> > >
> > >
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