How to PROPERLY Replace a Rear Windshield (No Special Tools DIY)

Learn how to replace a front or rear windshield safely and properly. If you get a chipped or cracked windshield, save money replace the windshield yourself at home with common hand tools. I cover the entire process from where to buy the glass, how to remove the old glass, how to remove the urethane from the pinch weld, how to prepare the glass and how to put the new urethane on and install the new glass.

00:00 Intro
03:44 Where to Buy Windshield
04:55 How to Test Window Defroster
06:08 Tools and Products
08:38 Broken Windshield Removal
12:03 Prepare the Car Pinch Weld Surface for Glass
17:17 Prepare the Windshield for Install
20:16 Test fit Rear Windshield
21:44 Apply Primer to Windshield
23:21 Apply Primer to Car Pinch Weld
24:40 How to Cut Urethane Tip
27:29 How to Apply Windshield Urethane
29:28 How to Install Rear Windshield
33:35 Check Rear Defroster and Check for Leaks

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Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. ChrisFix assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. ChrisFix recommends safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not ChrisFix.

[towboatjeff]

Chris has to be the best automotive YouTuber there is. Even with over 8 million subscribers he's still showing us how to do regular car repairs in our driveway with common hand tools. He hasn't went and switched to a gigantic shop with high tech equipment working on high dollar super cars. But I wouldn't be upset to see Chris get a small shop to be able to bring us more quality videos.

[sepplee]

Chris is the most laid back person ever. Every week one of his family cars brakes down, suspensions crack, exhausts fall off, cars gets hit by a rock, a tornado and lightning, crocodiles eat the tires, a gearbox explodes or aliens steal the wipers. Others would say he is cursed with so much bad car luck but not Chris, no no, he just takes it as it is and naturally makes a video of it.

[robertgarbus]

Chris is a shining example of a content provider with the heart of a teacher. Always excellent.

[kabirsandhu]

Chris, I'm 17 and you have been an inspiration for me💯. I love cars and it's my aim to be an automobile engineer. My dad owns an automobile garage in India and I used to help him (that's how I got introduced to your channel, I still remember I were 14 back then). I introduced my dad to your channel and we started applying your methods on our customer vehicles and as of now my dad's shop has a rating of 4.8/5 which is so awesome 😊
We have experienced exponential growth of our business since I started applying methods taught by you. I've learnt a lot from you brother and I'll continue to do so.
I'd love to meet you if I ever visit the States.
Keep up the good work 🔥😎, lots of love from India ❤️

[signalflare]

Professional glass installer here, I wanted to clarify a couple things. First of all, alot of eurethanes also require an activator as well as a primer. It depends on the brand, but it's something to be aware of.
Finding eurethane lines on sound deadening is pretty common, especially on fords. On the front glass too on the bottom corners. After you remove it you should always scuff any clearcoat that is smooth, primer and eurethane have trouble bonding without scuffing.
You don't need to stress about fully removing eurethane from a window thats going to be reinstalled, I know from experience that as long as you trim it thin and uniform you'll be fine. I've seen techs actually break glass from pressing too hard from scraping.
And absolutely 90° at all times if possible with your gun while running a bead. The easiest way to paddle is with a popsicle stick or piece of wood that you hold in your mouth for a minute or two. Your saliva will keep the wet eurethane from sticking so bad to your paddle, which will help you to not stretch or manipulate the bead too much.

[ReadyCrush]

You have saved me on the side of the road, saved me at 11pm in the dark and rain, walked me through almost every single repair on my truck and car. You have helped all my friends and some of my family make sure their cars are working right. I cannot say this enough. THANK YOU omg thank you so fucking much legit THOUSANDS of dollars saved because of you. Not to mention the education that's comes with it. Thanks Chris you the man.

[VarandMusic]

Great work Chris, as a professional mechanic of 20 years I'm always learning from you.

[Steve-qysz]

Since I started fixing my own cars, I never in my dreams thought to even attempt replacing the front or rear windscreens until I watched this video. You're amazing man.

[Max_Arjona]

Auto glass technician here. I’m impressed how well you did this replacement considering the nature of your channel and level of experience. I’d say you hit ~80% of the quality that’s expected from the company I work for. Which, for some, especially for tempered applications, is good enough. I like that you emphasized how important it is to make sure you use primer and adhesive from the same system. You talked about the V bead, and why it’s so important to use it over the circular bead. Your V bead is too skinny. You want to first cut the tip horizontally then cut the v bead. The base of the bead should be about 1 cm wide. The horizontal line on that specific tip you used is exactly for that. It came the way it did so you can apply a small amount to glue down rubber moldings.



For front windshields, I cannot say I recommend DIY replacements. The front windshield is a critical part of the passenger retention system and will fail if not properly installed, and the room for error is far slimmer. Also, to anyone who tries this on their own. PLEASE if you find rust, you MUST remove the rust to bare metal, and treat the bare metal with a rust neutralizer and primer. DO NOT apply urethane to the rust. It WILL FAIL.

Many urethanes take over a week to cure fully all the way through. If your test bead comes off your practice surface and it’s wet in the center but not the sides, that’s normal. Good luck y’all

[pnchr.]

this has to be one the best demonstrations of laminated vs tempered! Nice job!

[virginiacruiser.]

Chris, since I discovered your channel less than a year ago, I have repaired scratches and chips in my paint, repaired rust spots and holes in the body, found and fixed leaks in my exhaust, cleaned my engine bay, detailed the leather and vinyl in the interior, flushed and fixed my heater core and a couple of other things I can’t you. I wouldn’t even have dreamed of doing these things prior to watching your stuff.

[hitek]

Best Windshield replacement video on the Internet. Very clear and precise instructions! THank you Chris.

[Steambaland]

Rear windshield explode :
- Normal people : "OH $hit this is going to cost ..."
- ChrisFix : "Perfect ! I needed a new topic for a new video ! Thanks dad !"

[PLUKIx]

I cant thank you enough for all the time and effort you put in these videos. I learn so much every time!

[GoldenFreddy]

to be honest i watch your video's for entertainment only. i discovered your channel when i was 10 and now im 14 and i still watch your vids you inspire me to one day become a automobile engineer i love cars keep doing what you love and what makes you happy.

[edwinmoralesrivera]

The rear windshield of my car needs replacing and I already did everything in the video except the actual installation, might do it and save myself the money. This channel has saved me so much money.

[Chef_RM]

Only OG’s remember when Chris first showed us the laminated and tempered comparison

[dragonfn.]

I love how technical and in depth you go with everything yet you make it so simple for us to understand. Hopefully you can grow even more and keep making these videos..

[koekdozeke]

im not gonna lie im 14 have no money no car no knownledge of cars but this is so entertaining

[Jordanmac]

As someone who does this for a living. You've done a great job. I've seen a lot worse from pro's.
A few tips to make your life easier; When cutting back the old glass and urethane, you can use a razor blade scraper or any sharp scraper for that matter. Any additional scratches you may make will be covered with the primer and it will save you a heap of time plus minimise any risk of cuts when holding a blade with your fingers. I would also have a wider base to my bead, it will help to keep it standing upright. You could also bead around the glass if you find getting a decent bead difficult under the boot.
I'd like to add that most auto glass companies will come and install the glass for you, regardless of if you supplied it or if they did. It would definitely add to the cost but if you find you lack some of the tools it would work out the same. Especially if you provided cheap second hand glass.