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Old 08-23-2006 | 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Znod' post='325971' date='Aug 23 2006, 07:24 PM
If the chip constitutes a vision problem, then maybe your insurance company may be willing replace the windshield--provided you have the right coverage. Otherwise, you are out of luck if it can't be repaired inexpensively. At least that is the way it would be with my insurance company. Why did Safelite say your chip can't be repaired? Maybe you should check with another company. I have a small chip. I am used to it. You'll probably adjust to yours unless it is a vision problem.
It is not a vision problem. It is only noticeable when the windshield is perfectly clean. But it is an annoying imperfection on a 1 week old car. According to the SafeLite guy it did not even get to the glass itself. I asked him if he can make it disappear and he said "no". I will try a couple of other places but they all probably use the same technology.
Old 08-23-2006 | 05:04 PM
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Right, I know how you feel. But, you really will quit caring so much once you car is a bit older.
Old 08-24-2006 | 11:38 AM
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Originally Posted by SergeyM' post='325986' date='Aug 23 2006, 08:47 PM
It is not a vision problem. It is only noticeable when the windshield is perfectly clean. But it is an annoying imperfection on a 1 week old car. According to the SafeLite guy it did not even get to the glass itself. I asked him if he can make it disappear and he said "no". I will try a couple of other places but they all probably use the same technology.
SafeLite was right, even after the repair, the imperfection is still there but less noticable. If you get a new windshield that will be a different story....
Old 08-24-2006 | 04:35 PM
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Is anyone aware of any good companies in the UK who perform this service?
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