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  1. 16th February 2011, 07:18 PM #1
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    D2 Windscreen

    Hi all,
    I am about to replace the windscreen on my D2 and am a bit hesitant.
    When I had the screen on a previous D1 replaced by a reputable firm in Melb, they underwhelmed me. Took them nearly a week to obtain one, then it didn't appear that the fellow had changed many discos before.

    Anyway, is there a preferred screen replacement mob in the north of Brissy? Or more so, anyone to avoid?

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  2. 16th February 2011, 07:32 PM #2
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    Ralph

    Check the D2 section on this forum firstly, as this is where this query should have been posted. Secondly, I'm pretty sure 9 out of 10 will recommend a genuine screen as the replacement as the after market part tends not to seal as well.

    Not sure who to use in Brisbane though.

    One other thing, make sure the plenum of you car has no cracks in it prior to having the windscreen replaced. Mine was damaged when replaced about 2 years ago. I think the company had 'Instant" in it's name, (they are on the south side). They were cheap but at the end of the day not very good.

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  3. 16th February 2011, 07:42 PM #3
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    Yes Andrew,
    Did a search and nothing close came up in the D2 forums so I posted in general. I don't mind if it's moved....

    I reckon I am pretty savvy, but what's a plenum when referring to windcreens?

    Yep, thinking genuine also. But then where from?

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  4. 16th February 2011, 07:55 PM #4
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    Ralph

    The plenum is the black plastic moulding in front of the screen where the windscreen wipers are attached. Can be a expensive part to replace and tend to become brittle after being in the sun (for 7 - 10 years).

    I know of another guy who had his replaced and he suggested you have to remove the entire bonnet to replace the windscreen. Sounds drastic but not sure if I miss heard him.

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  5. 16th February 2011, 07:59 PM #5
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    Hello the windscreen is not hard to do and the bonet coming off is 4 bolts. I had mine done last last year $275 fitted and they came to me . I am very happy with the job but I did take off the plenum myself so I know it coundnt /wouldnt be broken except by me. It was very easy to take off and refit.
    Shop around as the bigger guys quoted me over 600 to do the same job...
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  6. 16th February 2011, 08:05 PM #6
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    Found these links in the D2 section.

    http://www.aulro.com/afvb/discovery-...ght=windscreen

    http://www.aulro.com/afvb/discovery-...ght=windscreen

    http://www.aulro.com/afvb/discovery-...ght=windscreen

    Others in amongst them of relevance (D2 search 'windscreen')

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    I had mine done by O'Briens. I went with them simply because it was insurance job and they were the recommended glass repairer.
    They did a fantastic job! They had all the trims and glass in stock. They did have to remove the bonnet. I'm not sure what the job cost but they did a very professional job.
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    Try RACQ glass they done one in the D1 for my son cost $250.

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    Ralph, I know it's the wrong side of town for you but I have dealt with this mob, excellant service and back up if required. They can do custom glass if required.


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  10. 17th February 2011, 08:09 AM #10
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    Quote Originally Posted by awabbit6 View Post
    I had mine done by O'Briens. I went with them simply because it was insurance job and they were the recommended glass repairer.
    They did a fantastic job! They had all the trims and glass in stock. They did have to remove the bonnet. I'm not sure what the job cost but they did a very professional job.
    Same here. I had mine done at O'Briens Geebung. They kept the vehicle overnight to make sure that the sealant cured properly.

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