Window replacement

Don't use Safelite. I had the windshield replaced on my F-150. They were going to use a knock off which didn't have all the same sound proofing, and setup for electronics that the original had. When I called them on it they told me that was what they would install and my insurance would not cover a like for like replacement. I called my dealer and got the name of the glass company they used. The glass company called my insurance company which approved an original windshield replacement.

MIGeezer

Don't use Safelite. I had the windshield replaced on my F-150. They were going to use a knock off which didn't have all the same sound proofing, and setup for electronics that the original had. When I called them on it they told me that was what they would install and my insurance would not cover a like for like replacement. I called my dealer and got the name of the glass company they used. The glass company called my insurance company which approved an original windshield replacement.

Interesting, because I used Safelite back in 2021 to replace my windshield and it looked identical to the original glass including the logos & markings. The technician came to my office for the replacement and I had a great experience.

I used Safelite two different times (2020 and 2021) one I got the Knock off replacement for my '04 F250 the only thing is it doesn't say Super Duty on it. I got the factory replacement for my '20 Equinox that had all the markings as the OEM. the only issues I had was the Equinox had a slight crackle effect when the sun hit it just right. looked like there were cobb webs in the glass. I no longer have that vehicle but I still have the F250 and 4 years later the windshield is still like new. Your millage may differ.

side note this commercial is at the Safelite I used here in SATX.

Gidgetmom

I have to replace the windshield on my Heritage Ltd. My Ford dealer says the new window will just say Ford and not have the Bronco. Does anyone know if you can get the replacement that says Bronco?

That's interesting because the windshield is obviously Bronco-specific and Ford has been making Bronco a sub-brand, so it doesn't make sense that they would change it. Especially when doing so requires (even if not significant) a change to the manufacturing process. You are the first person I've heard say this, so this could be a very recent change. Third-party glass wouldn't have any Ford branding, so that isn't the case.

I'm holding off for as long as possible to replace the glass, as I figure the sooner I replace it, the sooner it will get cracked again. 😐 Around here, it doesn't matter if you are two cars behind a semi or two lanes over, they'll find a way to flip a rock on your windshield. 😡

Gidgetmom

I have to replace the windshield on my Heritage Ltd. My Ford dealer says the new window will just say Ford and not have the Bronco. Does anyone know if you can get the replacement that says Bronco?

I recently replaced mine, went through the dealer, & it looks exactly the same. The only bummer for me was I had to peal off the “made in Michigan” sticker in the upper corner, & try to put it on the new windshield. I was able to, but you can tell it’s been removed. Haha

I’d go to another dealer, or another person in the dealership until you find someone that will get you the Bronco logo windshield. Good luck!

Got my first crack last thursday by a rock kicked up by a semi. Luckily when I picked up my Bronco from Ford, I got the glass warranty. Have an appointment for it tomorrow. I guess I'll find out if it was worth it. As for Safelite, they are franchises. I've used three different ones, and two were good. The third was pretty crappy.