Windshield Repair Forum

Here is one for us all to ponder.

Tis the season of cheer and goodwill to all men.

The state of the business doesn't matter. The state of YOUR business does. How's your business doing? I bet it's not slumping as much as America's National glass leader. If it is slumping, maybe you're paying too much attention to "the industry" as you see it. Do yourself a favor, get off all the ne...

bill lambeth wrote:Buy a slide hammer and be through with it ! You will not regret it!

I don't see what the difference is, it seems like it has a frivolous mechanism that strikes the body for you.. I don't get it.

I use microfiber towels and wash them weekly. I haven't used paper towels in years.

Chocolate, no Toffee, err! I cannot make up my mind on the one.

I have apologised for my first post on this topic, to be honest and I am sure a few will agree it looked very troll like.

Mr Bill if you met me you would know I am nicer than some of my replies.

I agree using a tinted resin doesn't hurt anything if that is your preference and you are getting the desired results. I recommend checking with the mfg before mixing resins of different viscosity or tint. The formulations may be very similar and therefore compatible but that is not necessarily the ...

I agree with Mr. Bill. Always ask them how old the damage is also. The older it is, the greater chance that dirt has gotten into the break and it can't be removed, which results in a less appealing repair, but will still be strong while restoring the structural integrity, keeping it from cracking, a...

Try to avoid pit filling, tabbing, curing and not polishing. That leaves a slightly elevated spot that can catch and wear on wiper blades over time. Also the clear finish it leaves after removing the tab is only temporary and it will age out to a duller spot anyway. Follow proper repair tecniques, s...

Mr Bill seems to be spot on, but I'll add a few comments. I agree, you do not need a lighter. I have never used one, and personally, I think it looks unprofessional. There is an entire discussion on this topic on the forum as well. Bottom line, it can give a temporary false appearance because it wil...

Excellent point Mr. Bill. Most experienced technicians don't time their cycles, myself included. As you become proficient with whatever system you are using you will know how long to leave in each cycle and how many cycles you need simply be observing how the damage is filling. The reason we encoura...