Thanks a lot! Hopefully I can get my own house soon! (going on 4 years of looking now lol)

@@chrisfix if you have 8 million subscribers on youtube and you still can’t find a house, then there’s literally no hope for me lol rip

@@AndrewPovio the house market is extremely high priced right now and it wouldnt be reasonable for him to get a house at this time

@@contraband777 i know, i wasn’t talking sh*t or anything, just acknowledging his success (:

@@chrisfix come live with me

When life gives you lemons…. Basically my life story haha

@@chrisfix “When life gives you lemons, don't make lemonade. Make life take the lemons back! Get mad! I don't want your damn lemons, what the hell am I supposed to do with these? Demand to see life's manager!" -Cave Johnson

@@techguy3424 lol this only makes sence if you've played portal

@@chrisfix speaking of lemons.. lemons car video when? :)

If you can’t do anything, you have no right to speak about anyone if they are helping people and providing knowledge.

He ain't no teacher he a car doctor and a engineer😊

That is what I love to hear! I'm glad the shop is doing well! Thanks for the support from India!

@@chrisfix ❤️❤️

You you j

Sounds like you have a good start my young friend. I have been involved with electronics my entire life and wish I could have taken at least mechanical engineering courses. Of course my electronics back ground has served me well. I wish you all the best in your future endeavors.👍👍😁👺👌✌️💥

I am so happy for you and your father's business and please follow your passion you are wise for your age and I wish you the best of luck

Couldn't say no to getting to replace it myself!

@@chrisfix bro I'm a big fan can u heart me

@@tmxdayan6498 it will come soon ChrisFixfan brother

I just changed my front windshield in shop, costed me 150 dollars total including new glass, work and tax. + 30 dollars for wipers which they conveniently only had the expensive brands. Note that it costs 150 dollars with my car insurance, without insurance it would be expensive :)

@@johan6767 the insurance company might increase your premium next year. they get that money back by hook or by crook

Thanks for the tip! I’ll have to try the wet popsicle stick next time for paddling! The urethane was so sticky it was almost impossible to not make a mess!

hello fellow glass man, everything you just said is correct! That bead made me kinda nervous, a little too skinny and it might roll over. Didn't seem to be the case here obviously

@@thatcreepykid123 I agree, I prefer my bead height to be twice my bead width. That seems to be the sweet spot.

@@chrisfix As someone who has dealt with sealants quite a bit, you did very well! I waterproof/weather proof on an almost daily basis. Great work! Edit:I don’t deal with too much glass, but other applications on home and business exteriors. But still a good and informative video.

As a fellow professional glass installer you stated great points. I just wanted to add that urethane bonds best to existing urethane. Also where you pointed to scuff the clear coat where the sound denting was, he should add at least 2 coats of primer to that area with 5 minutes to flash in between

Right, I used to watch his videos for fun, back when I was young and dreamed of having a liscense, I’m older now restoring a classic car and his vids have been amazing, I just pulled my transmission out the other day with the help of his videos, he’s the man

That is what I like to hear! Glad the videos are helpful and you are learning a lot!

i'm an og then :D back when chris fixed that little spot on his windshield on the driftstang when a rock kicked up

So that makes me an OG ChrisFix fan then? SWEET!!!

Then I'm an OG, I still remember when that video was uploaded.

im a OG :D

Yep

Thanks for the tips!

If a car is repainted with the glass removed, is it OK to use the urethane primer over the new paint or is it better to have bare metal with the urethane primer over it? Thanks for the pro tips.

@@davidparker9676 less layers is better, less opportunity for delaminating. However, the primer coat protects from rust and is very important! Paint won’t hurt, but it’s unnecessary under the glass. So if you’re having it repainted, I wouldn’t bother with the paint, but absolutely do not leave it bare.

@@Max_Arjona yee epoxy primer then pinch well primer is how it’s supposed to go

​@@Max_Arjona LoL

Thanks!

@@chrisfix true ogs know where that video clip was from

@@loayahmed9605 yeah

I agree

@@loayahmed9605 absolutely and it's from a "how to fix a chipped or cracked windshield"

Its awesome that you want to be an engineer my man. Don't let anyone shatter that dream ok. Keep learning, keep that passion strong and you will go far!

@@vigilantemotors trust me i will!

:o

ok

Thanks for the tips!

Denatured alcohol works for cleaning up urethane. That's what we use when I used to work for an Auto Glass Company.

“Dab with a clean cloth” -Feel sorry for the kids who still dabs in 2021

Brake cleaner is basically acetone. It's cheaper to get a can at home improvement store.

@@BigBrotherIsTooBig Acetone is a component of brake cleaner but only a minor one (25%). Brake cleaner is not acetone.

He did say it’s for a rear window and he did mention most rear windows are done the same and he is very correct, i fit windscreens and rear glass’ and the method for doing rear glass is the same no Matter what car it is, I mean as a windscreen tech I would of done a few things different for time saving but all in all that was a good job. Just please don’t jet wash the area you glued 😭 gave me nightmares watching that, 7 days wait on cleaning because you’ll shift the glue off the primer and will cause wind noise/leaks💪🏻

@@realeasygaming4379 So I removed all the cracked glass before taking my car into get professionally replaced. I left a few scratches in the primer… you think they’ll re-prime it or should I? Also I have a bit of a wavy pinch weld (from getting rear ended) would that mess up a new install?

@@Charles.Howard you should be fine, I wouldn’t worry about it

No big deal

@@realeasygaming4379 he said at the start of the video that "replacing a rear window is very similar to replacing a front windshield and this should give you the tips and tricks you need to be able to do that" or something along those lines.

Thanks a lot and I am glad you are learning a lot!

Yes it was

isn’t it always ?

Hey Randy!

Hey Randy!!!

@@sgt_zestiest_ballz hey

Thanks a lot!

Ikr

I completely agree with what you said. Some Urethane companies have pre cut tips as well, which is what we use at the company I work for. Most of the time if I have to cut the tip its just to adjust the bead height in the rare times where it needs to be taller. Overall his video was good and seeing first hand how some of the "pros" work turns out he did a way better job. Something to note is many companies may or may not uphold any warranty work if you supply your own glass depending on if it was obviously caused by the installer due to not sourcing the glass themselves. Although not often is that concerning so long as the installer knows what they are doing. It would have been good if he showed the proper way to use the cold knife as sometimes you do need it and without proper knowledge of how to use it you can very easily damage the car. Though without practice for many the damage is inevitable. Even using it everyday there are times when it still does. Then it is down to knowing what to do in the event of damage, hopefully nothing to severe. For a back glass doing everything you can to avoid using it is best since it will limit any personal injury from the blade cutting out through the broken glass flinging it towards yourself. Both the glass and the knife. I once had the mirror button break off the windshield and a piece of the glass fell onto my forearm and it still cut me a little bit just falling from my hand to same arm that was extended holing the mirror lol. It can be very sharp so best to always avoid flying glass.

We always used a guitar string to get the old stuff off

Thanks a lot and thanks for the tips! I was actually going to have the glass company do the work originally but they said they were so busy they were a week out! That’s when the idea of me doing it became a reality haha.

Chris my boi Make how to fix a dent plz

@@chrisfixhow long you guys have the murcury?

He hardly fixes anything he always just upgrading his mustang if you really wanna fix something maybe fordteckmakuloco im just saying it seems like this guy just a weekend wannabe mechanic

@@meyersmichael975 nah man he has staying power. He’s been around forever, he has always presented himself as a guy who works on his car. This isn’t a bad thing. Doesn’t mean he is less knowledgeable its just that he’s gonna just record what he doing. Also since he’s been around a long time he has videos on a lot of things already so there really is no point of constantly uploading the same thing.

One can only appreciate tips from a pro, although it helps us to get you less work. You also showed it's not that easy, a lot can be done wrong. I vote @Chrisfix could pin this comment.

Great tips. I also work for an auto glass company and couple of things I do before I start cutting the old urethane is I usually have a vacuum in one hand I use a small clip prying tool to remove the excess glass from the most outer edge of the glass, that way they don't fall in and scratch the paint or dull your blade when you cut the urethane later. You can actually see long white scratches in the pinch weld that came from the plastic chisels pushing glass pieces against the paint. I use cutting knife with a snap on blade, start from the middle and cut the whole urethane out in one piece. It's easy to not scratch the paint when you have removed the excess glass from the pinch weld and can actually see the tip of the blade. This way there is least amount of tiny glass pieces flying everywhere, even compared to a replaceable chisel blades, which is generally the best tool to remove urethane because of the control it gives. Windshield stick tools cost like a dollar and are made out of nylon, urethane doesn't stick to it that well so it's good for all touch ups and the "paddling". The sticks are also super easy to clean because the urethane just peels off after it cures. The stick is also one of the best tools to remove old excess urethane from the corners of the pinch weld as it doesn't scratch the paint. Also if people are using urethane that cures in 24h they should be very extra careful about what tape they are using to hold the glass in place during the curing time as most of the tapes (especially duct tape) burn-in on the clear coat and are an absolute pain the ass to remove because the glue sticks to the paint.

Just don’t tell me you work for safelite they fucked up my windshield and it leaks whenever it rains for the last 6 months now

@@Hiddenpower6 I'm from Finland. You should always get leaks fixed asap, because they can create all other issues and can be caused by rust.

Swamper for a very experienced body shop mobile crew here 1. Yep, my installer breaks all glass and removes the urethane first while I prep the glass, I don't touch the vacuum until all the old is off. Plus the glass cleaner on the urethane acts as lubricant and makes the knife glide easier 3. OLFA or Stanley knife works best, go slow and take your time, plus people are more likely to have a retractable disposable blade knife than a no. 9 razor 4. Yep, no need for all urethane off, make it flat and even with no flaps or strings, but overall not bad 7. I agree, Bead was too high, better to be wider but there wasn't much you could do with that caulk tip bonus -DO NOT "RAIN TEST" WITH ANY KIND OF WATER FOR AT LEAST 24 HOURS AFTER INSTALL, URETHANE DOES NOT LIKE WATER -Make sure any surfaces are dry after cleaning before priming or gluing -I usually prime wider than the old urethane marks, OEM is usually a thinner bead, we use thicker, so more squish, so as long as it doesn't show on the clear part of the glass, I do a half dobber width wider either side -I feel like it would be more effective to use the cups to move the glass, yes they aren't made for it but they are better grip -Check pricing with actual auto glass places, we would more than likely do an install on a customer supplied glass, if there are any problems with the glass (like heat lines not working) we would not be at fault and would not warranty the glass or labor (unless they were not plugged in obviously). We are professionals (mostly, I have seen some work from other companies that disgust me), we are good at what we do, when we go to a customers house and are done in ~30 mins, they are surprised it was quick. I know it can be done fast and sloppy, but we have experience, $250k G wagons, $500 corollas, Maserati, Audi, Honda, Semi trucks, bobcats, Buses, etc. -When looking at glass places, get quotes, read reviews, talk to family and friends. I live in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, some dealerships and bodyshops I went to who just got a contract with us with the mobile crew (me (swamper) and my coworker Chris (installer)) was exited we showed up, telling us the guys they used to go through would usually not show up and call 2 weeks later to reschedule. Find good pricing, but find better installers. The problems the company I work for usually run into is fitment, delays on orders, or a customer telling us "it definitely doesn't have any features, its a base model" only for them to bring it to the shop or for Chris and I to show up in the mobile crew and it has a rain sensor, lane departure, HUD, and its the wrong generation (06' vs 14' (I am not joking on the date of manufacture difference, that is a literal example from ~2 months ago)). Be accurate, be honest, you are not signing your life away, you are just getting a quote. I dont know about other companies but where I work, we have warranty, wind whistles, leaks, etc, we have skilled people who take care in their work. Our least experienced installer is still good, he just needs more speed, which comes with time and experience.

I don't know where you are based, but why not get it replaced through insurance? In UK you pay £75 and it will replaced on day your specify.

@@soldiers303 Unfortunately my insurance didn't cover it. I am in the UK but I didnt add windscreen protection to my cover. To pay for a professional replacement would be +£500. You are of course right but I was lacking the foresight when purchasing insurance. Thanks for the tip tho'! Much appreciated!

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You beat me to it!!!

RIP MistaDam

Wow chris said urethane so many times,are u okay?

Death

Its not coincidence he has a glass breaker handy

Chris is definitely not a human. He’s a freaking goat 🐐 because he knows how to make people’s lives easier by doing very complex work done by experts at home. ChrisFix is definitely the GOAT of DIYs and definitely the first car KZfaqr that earns and deserves 10 million subs and the mighty diamond play button!

I work at a semi tractor shop and we have to do glass repairs ALL THE TIME so this was a nice refresher course, he did everything right. I personally am weary about spraying the glass down only a day after however, we tell our drivers not to spray water on it for 7 days, but we also use different products and lay a much heavier bead for those larger windshields. What sucks nowadays is cars have a lot of tech shoved into them and the windshield can hold cameras, sensors, radars and all other types of things that really do force you to get a specialist for. Messing those things up with cost you SO much money to fix. But if you have a basic windshield with nothing but a rear view mirror, glass is SUPER easy to replace. I don't even use suction cups 😂🤷‍♂️

You know it!

For sure and great tip! In this car it was already installed on the glass (small foam strip)

That could be fun!

@@chrisfix and it would probably be several months worth of content!

@@chrisfix Caterham kit car would be great

ME!!!!!!!

Next time, Installing piston rods and piston rings with common hand tools in your driveway.

I work for nationals n even we don’t use glue beads that high and also did you not see the end where he jet washed it 😬😬, I cringed, didn’t wanna look🤣 but all in all was a very good job though

Your KZfaq Name...😐😯

Thanks a lot!

@@chrisfix hey chris on my avalanche 5.3 it doesnt have any power when taking off and it uses alot, alot of gasoline when driving, to go 10 miles i waste like 20 dollares of gasoline, what can be the issue

@@legasus345 now I'm no genius when it comes to cars but I know my way around that truck since I own one, 1. A mass airflow sensor that is Bad or dirty 2. A possible vacuum leak 3. Bad o2 sensors 4. Dirty fuel injectors There is probably some more possible reasons but that's what I know that could be causing your issues Hope this helps you 👍

@@AJ5306. yep u actually rlly learned frum la vids how to replace exhaust and the how to install a performance intake

@@chrisfix hi

Thanks for the tip and thanks for the support from Portugal!

He is absolutely correct we do the same in Australia depending on the circumstances on each different vehicle another little tip to clean the broken glass on the parcel shelf use a hard bristle brush over it gently comes up really well to get the really fine particles removed good job chris fix great video one explained correctly 👍

Thanks a lot

That’s awesome and I’m glad to hear it!

Thanks for the tips and thanks a lot!

Save money? Full glass on a exotic is under 200 bucks a year.. My 2019 explorer, under $50…. My beater is about a $1.50 a month…. It costs more to DIY….

@@sjfk1306 where do you live? Cheapest windshield replacement is $185 cad where I'm at

@@porgin8092 I think he is talking about the cost of glass coverage on your insurance.

Some do not, such as newer Subaru. Dealerships try to tell customers they need calibrated after window replacement, but it is not true and mainly a cash grab.

That's what I like to hear! Thanks a lot!

Same application applies to a truck canopy, with glass window/door. The primer used is an adhesion promoter, for the urethane. Not to be confused with paint primer. Might be a good idea to prime & paint bare metal spots, before the urethane adhesion promoter.

That's what I came here to say lol

Thanks a lot!

Ah yes, the two that are the best to collab when it comes to B.M.W.

Thanks a lot dude!

@@badaboom8520 yeah man Jamie should fix Chris bmw

@@badaboom8520 all of the.problems

@@Namantripathi250 glad we can agree on German car brand

Thanks a lot!

Thanks a lot!

@@chrisfix Chris I really love your hammer I hope to see it in your next video.

There will always be something to fix! Thanks a lot!

Great idea!

Thanks!