titan Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 i have to get a windscreen fitted ti the disco for the dreaded MOT iv got one now with no cracks etc but need it fitting is it posible to do a DIY job or is it better to get this done by a specialist if so anyone got any experience in this or any idea of cost for fitting ??? and with which company cheers shane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cipx2 Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 On 300 series (and later) Discovery the windscreen is glued to the body. If you didn't replace a glued windscreen before, and I guess you didn't, then better call a specialist. Besides the windscreen you might also need the top finisher (seal) and maybe the side finishers if they can't be recovered from the old windscreen. It's better to replace the top finisher anyway. One thing to keep in mind is the vehicle is not to be moved for something like 4-6 hours after gluing the windscreen, it depends on the temperature and the silicone used (the glue). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
titan Posted February 24, 2009 Author Share Posted February 24, 2009 On 300 series (and later) Discovery the windscreen is glued to the body. If you didn't replace a glued windscreen before, and I guess you didn't, then better call a specialist.Besides the windscreen you might also need the top finisher (seal) and maybe the side finishers if they can't be recovered from the old windscreen. It's better to replace the top finisher anyway. One thing to keep in mind is the vehicle is not to be moved for something like 4-6 hours after gluing the windscreen, it depends on the temperature and the silicone used (the glue). cheers m8 im thinking ill get some one to fit it will a windscreen from an earlier model fit ??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cipx2 Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 Even if a 200 series windscreen is the same shape and size with a 300 series one (I don't know for sure), the 200 series type is mounted with a seal (the old traditional way - same way as the alpine or tailgate windows) so it's improper for bonding to the body. It also lacks the black masking all way round to hide the bonding strip. They're different part numbers no matter the configuration, by the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
titan Posted February 25, 2009 Author Share Posted February 25, 2009 Even if a 200 series windscreen is the same shape and size with a 300 series one (I don't know for sure), the 200 series type is mounted with a seal (the old traditional way - same way as the alpine or tailgate windows) so it's improper for bonding to the body. It also lacks the black masking all way round to hide the bonding strip.They're different part numbers no matter the configuration, by the way. ok no problems i should look into thing more before splashing out think i have the wronge one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRecklessEngineer Posted February 26, 2009 Share Posted February 26, 2009 You will probably find your insurance covers windscreen replacement, with you only to pay a small excess. Last time I replaced a screen (on my 90), I paid £60, insurance paid the rest, and it doesn't affect your no-claims. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
titan Posted February 26, 2009 Author Share Posted February 26, 2009 look into that avenue all booked in now will be done on saturday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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