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Oh man, I can’t believe it - I just got a huge crack in my windshield! It’s so annoying; I was just driving along and bam there it was. Talk about a bummer. Anyway, now I have to figure out how to get it fixed. Looks like I’m gonna have to bite the bullet and take care of this one myself. Here’s hoping that the repair doesn’t cost an arm and a leg!
Should I Drive With A Large Crack In My Windshield? [Solved]
Bottom line: Don’t risk it! Driving with a damaged windshield can be dangerous, so it’s best to get it fixed ASAP.
Inspect the Damage: Before attempting to repair a large crack in your windshield, it is important to inspect the damage and determine if it can be repaired or if a full replacement is necessary.
Clean the Area: Once you have determined that the crack can be repaired, clean the area around it with glass cleaner and a soft cloth to ensure that no dirt or debris will interfere with the repair process.
Prepare for Repair: Depending on what type of repair kit you are using, there may be additional steps required before beginning repairs such as heating up resin or mixing two-part epoxy together. Follow all instructions carefully before proceeding with repairs.
Apply Resin/Epoxy: Using either resin or epoxy depending on your kit, fill in any gaps in the crack and spread evenly across its surface until completely filled in and level with surrounding glass surface.
Cure Resin/Epoxy: Allow resin/epoxy to cure according to instructions provided by your repair kit manufacturer; this could take anywhere from several minutes up to an hour depending on product used and environmental conditions at time of application.
Remove Excess Material: Once cured, use a razor blade or other sharp tool to remove any excess material from around edges of crack so that it is flush with surrounding glass surface once again; use caution when doing this step as not to scratch glass further than necessary during removal process!
Driving with a large crack in your windshield can be dangerous. It’s like playing with fire - you never know when it’s gonna shatter! Plus, it can be distracting and make it hard to see the road. So, if you’ve got a big crack in your windshield, get it fixed ASAP!
