I think 'automotive' glass has the edges ground so cracks can't propagate from a rough edge.
Someone on the forum pointed out years back that a company that cuts glass for earthmovers etc. can normally cut the screen and also etch the automotive mark. Problem is they need a template.
Best to find someone who can do the job and then find out what they need in the way of a template. Is it just a piece of ply or MDF cut to the exact size ??
I have a Series III with non-automotive glass fitted by the previous owner, one screen has a crack straight across the middle. Fortunately Series II & III glass is available cheaply from Overseas.
Colin
'56 Series 1 with homemade welder
'65 Series IIa Dormobile
'70 SIIa GS
'76 SIII 88" (Isuzu C240)
'81 SIII FFR
'95 Defender Tanami
'58 Series II (sold)
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Vincent Rapide, Panther M100, Norton BIG4, Electra & Navigator, Matchless G80C
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