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Hey guys, looking for some help or info searching reproduction windshield glass for the restoration of my ‘69 (SPL311-24633).

Had picked up a piece of glass some years ago from a reputable vendor (probably ten years ago now), and after a long hiatus from the restoration, have recently gone to install the piece only to discover the glass has a wide flat spot preventing it from fitting properly unless under considerable tension.

No animosity toward the vendor at all, as it seems to be a case of bad luck. But I am curious if there are other manufacturers or shops currently selling reproduction glass that have worked for you guys?

Any thoughts, leads, or info would be greatly appreciated! Thanks for taking the time to read.

Metro Parts Market is listing high-windshield glass on their website:

http://www.metropartsmarket.com/glass/c ... c21s2.html

I just had an order of low windshield glass delivered, and while it took a long time to get them, they did deliver and they do look good.

Michael

Alderwood Auto Glass in Lynnwood, WA replaced mine some years ago. They worked on a lot of older classic cars at the time. They ordered and installed the glass for $390 in 2017. I might have been their first roadster, '69/1600. They said the metal trim pieces were difficult. I sent someone else there and the price was about $100 more.

Thanks guys! :J

Much appreciated for the info. Will explore the local option up in Lynnwood, and compare it with that of Metropolitan. Thankfully time is not an issue ant the moment, so have the patience to wait. Then weight the decision from there.

I got my high windshield about 6 months ago and haven't installed it yet. Here's the info from when I got it:
Louis Auto Glass, Mount Vernon WA - (they get this windshield from Migrant Glass)
Windshield part number: SW214
$200 + tax
Installation: $203 + tax

roysuecan wrote: Fri Nov 12, 2021 4:21 pm I got my high windshield about 6 months ago and haven't installed it yet. Here's the info from when I got it:
Louis Auto Glass, Mount Vernon WA - (they get this windshield from Migrant Glass)
Windshield part number: SW214
$200 + tax
Installation: $203 + tax

That is a hell of a deal, wondering if Mygrant has low windshield glass? I found their website (it looks like it is spelled with a "Y") Wholesaler so apparently no direct sales.

DAC21 wrote: Fri Nov 12, 2021 5:23 pm

roysuecan wrote: Fri Nov 12, 2021 4:21 pm I got my high windshield about 6 months ago and haven't installed it yet. Here's the info from when I got it:
Louis Auto Glass, Mount Vernon WA - (they get this windshield from Migrant Glass)
Windshield part number: SW214
$200 + tax
Installation: $203 + tax

That is a hell of a deal, wondering if Mygrant has low windshield glass? I found their website (it looks like it is spelled with a "Y") Wholesaler so apparently no direct sales.

Mygrant has a receiving warehouse near me and I originally called them. They said they could order it and I could pick it up there, so you may want to see if you can purchase directly if you're near one of their facilities. They did have the low windshield too. It's in their book under Datsun 311 and they have 2 part numbers based on year. I bought mine from Louis Auto Glass because they had one in stock and it was the same price. They said Mygrant was their supplier.

roysuecan wrote: Sat Nov 13, 2021 1:51 am

DAC21 wrote: Fri Nov 12, 2021 5:23 pm

roysuecan wrote: Fri Nov 12, 2021 4:21 pm I got my high windshield about 6 months ago and haven't installed it yet. Here's the info from when I got it:
Louis Auto Glass, Mount Vernon WA - (they get this windshield from Migrant Glass)
Windshield part number: SW214
$200 + tax
Installation: $203 + tax

That is a hell of a deal, wondering if Mygrant has low windshield glass? I found their website (it looks like it is spelled with a "Y") Wholesaler so apparently no direct sales.

Mygrant has a receiving warehouse near me and I originally called them. They said they could order it and I could pick it up there, so you may want to see if you can purchase directly if you're near one of their facilities. They did have the low windshield too. It's in their book under Datsun 311 and they have 2 part numbers based on year. I bought mine from Louis Auto Glass because they had one in stock and it was the same price. They said Mygrant was their supplier.

Thanks for the info. Three Mygrant locations within 25 miles of my home.

Hi All- I'm embarking on replacing the windshield on my 1970 1600. Besides the glass and the gasket, are there any other parts needed or should be replaced when the glass is out?