WTB-Windshields-Original (Used) or Quality Replacements

[swanterky]

Hit an owl about a week ago--Have found out that even crappy replacement windshields are hard to get, at least in Canada. Does anyone know a reliable source of original glass, or where to get a good used windshield? Owl accident would have been much worse with crappy replacement windshield--I probably would not be sitting here typing as the poor bird would have some right through. Location: Southern Interior of BC

[marlinh]

Don't know which part of the southern interior you are in but Castle Glass in Castlegar can get a replacement windshield pretty quickly and I have no complaints about the quality of their work.

[swanterky]

Thanks, marlinh
I am in Midway, and much appreciate the info! I would love to get a couple original windshields as there is no comparison in strength between the aftermarket glass and the original glass that Toyota used. That being said, one has to have a windshield, even if it is not as strong. I made an appointment in GF for a replacement, but have learned that they are getting harder to get.
Say, how are your lights for brightness? I find that my '85 FWD summer car, which has sealed beams, has much better headlights than my '87 4WD--even though I bought some Sylvania (up to 50 % more brightness) bulbs for the trip home from Vancouver last Thursday (when the Owl and I collided). The lights seem to be adjusted all right, but the brightness just isn't nearly as good. I am even thinking of putting in an earlier grill, and the sealed beam headlights because I can't stand driving in poor light. How are you fixed for parts? I have quite a few myself--let me know if you are needing anything--I have dupes of many parts.

See my history article: https://tercel4wd.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=8721

Happy New Year!

Ken

[Petros]

It will save you hundreds of dollars to drive south of the boarder and get it replaced in Bellingham. There are not a lot of glass dealers that can get them in Washington state either but I know the glass chain "Safelite auto glass" can get them and do a good job installing them. About $300 that last time I got one last june.

[TURTCEL]

Hey I just saw on Craigslist in Eastern Oregon an ad for factory winshields from a shop that is liquidating out of La Grande. Has a new windshield for our Tercs for $25.00. Check it out.

Peace