Repair of flat windshields

[Coitster]

Actualy repairing flat windshields is just like repairing a regular windshield. All you have to do is use a eyedroper. Put your Delta Injector on the window just like you normaly would. Then go and take your eyedropper and put your resin all they way down in the end of the injector, screw in your injector and repair it like you would any other windshield. I do flat glass all the time. It's no different then any other glass, it may seem tough but it's not. Because you inject the resin after you have put the pedistal on you are ok, some systems have you load the resin in before you even put the pedistal on the glass, if that where the case I could understand it being harder but the Delta is so easy to use it doesn't matter at all.
David
Coitster

[Delta Kits]

Also, in addition to what David said, if you extend the rear legs of the bridge farther, you can create a bit of an angle with the bridge, which helps

[DaveC]

And all of this time, I thought that David just picked up the front end of the bus a few feet to create a less vertical surface;)!

[Coitster]

LOL DaveC,
Your funny man.
David
Coitster

[glassdoctor]

I think preloading with resin before mounting to the glass is ideal for vertical glass, if your tools allow this. I really like doing it this way. You know the resin is where it needs to be. You can do repairs upside down if you use this method.

As for the equipment falling off or losing it's seal before the repair can be completed, this should not even be an issue if you have good tools and they are working the way they're supposed to.

If you have a pump or lever type suction device, there is something wrong if it's coming off. Are the windshields all pitted? Are the suction cups scuffed up? I always use mine dry... no lube or anything, without problems. But a lube really helps if you are having trouble.

[desertstars]

Thanks for your kind reply optic-kleer.

In answer.

1) Enough to maintain a tight connection between the tip and the w/s without losing suction and pressure or resin leakage and that requires equipment with adjustable rear legs.

2) Not great esthetically but sufficient for the needs of fleet accounts.

3) No, although if the question comes up they will say yes.

4) No. ( Not that I wouldn't.) There is one piece of equipment I wouldn't suggest that anyone purchase. Although its suction and pressure capabilities are almost unsurpassed, its inherent design leaves much to be desired in countless respects. I won't mention who on this forum. (It ain"t Delta.)

5) I cure ANY repair under pressure only when I have checked it out and determined that it is ready to be repaired. But, that's the best way to cure under any circimstances.

You are astute and intelligent and I intend to take your advice.

Tomorrow, I think I will get into this business on a fulltime basis and start a company dedicated to putting safelite and the present network system out of business.

In the meantime, much of my energy goes into maintaining my full-time chore of making sure that the Jackson family remains within the bounds of common decency.

Feel free to email me anytime.