Paul,
I had door glass copied at a local glass shop. They sent it out and it took
about a week. The results were okay. I don't recall any trouble with
thickness. The top edge is slightly wavy. I have been unable to find good
used glass and I would rather have clear unscratched glass with a wavy end
than scratchy old glass. There are companies that specialize in "flat
glass" for cars. I found a few on the net but don't have links.
Tom Hill
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From: owner-alpines@autox.team.net
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Sent: Monday, February 18, 2002 2:00 PM
To: alpines@autox.team.net
Subject: Lets talk Glass
List,
I have purchased several used sets of door glass for my series 3 restoration
in pursuit of glass free from scratches. I am starting to think there is no
such thing. I now have enough glass to build a house. Thanks to all that
have sold me that "Cherry" glass. :)
Scratches seem to be most frequent on the trailing edge where the felt strip
or outside weather strip was. Since the leading edge rests and travels in
the channel of the wing window, this area does not lend itself to rubbing on
it's way up and down. If only people would have “maintained”
their cars!!
My question is...
Has anyone had glass cut (copied) with good success? Ian was telling me the
"thickness" of this glass is somewhat unique and may not be available.
While were on the glass....
Has anyone tinted Plexi-glass. Specifically, the rear plexi on the hard
top? I would think it should not cause any more trouble than glass but I'm
just not sure.
Kick'n Ass Talk'n Glass
Paul
Colorado
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