DO NOT EVER use Permatex Windshield Repair Kit

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Fresh

Discussion Starter · Aug 7, 2008

Story...I bought my car with a rock chip in the top driver side of my windshield about 0.7 of an inch in diameter. Trying to fix things myself where I can, I was introduced to this "professional" windshield repair kit:

There were 2 at advanced auto parts, one was $6 this one was $11 so I bought this one. This turned out to be a big mistake.
I got to this step:

I followed instructions to the letter. After I put the resin in the tube that's on my windshield and put in the syringe, which I pulled up as shown (and instructed) and locked it in place, I sat in my car and looked up at the top of the windshield and here's what I saw:

It looks like my windshield couldn't handle the pressure that this syringe made and there was a crack formed about 6 inches long at the time I noticed it.
I immediately removed the syringe, but it was too late. (The instructions say hold the syringe in the position above for 10 Minutes.) I pulled it out within one minute. By the time I went upstairs to get my camera and take some pics, the crack expanded to 10 inches long. 3 days later now, the crack has expanded to half way through my windshield and bothers me while driving.

Here's what it looks like from the outside:
(before I used this product it was just the rock chip and now you can see it's a lot worse)

SUMMARY: I followed all the instructions and this kit actually ruined my windshield to the point of me actually needing a new one now. The damage this kit caused is the long expanding crack has expanded halfway through my windshield now, 3 days later.

I will need a new windshield now. I have searched online and people say this thing doesn't work, but no one has complained of it actually destroying their windshield.

There is no disclaimer on the box or warning that this may break the windshield. I am going to call them tomorrow to see if they will stand by their product and help me in any way.

Does anyone have any advice?

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pbook4g5

· #21 · Aug 8, 2008

There's a difference between a collision and liability claim when it comes to rocks and the insurance companies. If a rock falls off a truck and hits your car before it hits the ground, its a liability claim and the trucking company usually covers it or you only have to pay your liability deductible.

If the rock falls off the truck and hits the ground/roadway first, then its a collision claim, and generally not covered by their insurance and you have to pay your collision deductible.

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99cfENVYv6

· #22 · Aug 8, 2008

^^^wish I knew that, Ive taken many rocks from trucks without it hitting ground first, which have chipped both my hood (large chip) and my windshield (also large chip). I didnt have the right of mind to find out the trucking co. and/or license number.

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Freshtitan111

· #23 · Mar 22, 2018

I came across this thread years too late, but if anyone still uses this forum I just want to say that diy kits like https://crackeraser.com/ are used for professional and home use. They stand by their products, so you don't have to worry about shady sale speeches. I've never used permatex,so I don't have anything to compare it to, but there are other resins on the market that won't damage your windshield.

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kimmidrivesslow

· #24 · Aug 22, 2018

Damn so sorry , never use diy kits and probably never will , they don't look that professional to me tbh

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jamjamcahambing26vgsfgfhh

· #25 · 11 d ago

Fresh said:
SUMMARY: I followed all the instructions and this kit actually ruined my windshield to the point of me actually needing a new one now. The damage this kit caused is the long expanding crack has expanded halfway through my windshield now, 3 days later.

I will need a new windshield now. I have searched online and people say this thing doesn't work, but no one has complained of it actually destroying their windshield.

There is no disclaimer on the box or warning that this may break the windshield. I am going to call them tomorrow to see if they will stand by their product and help me in any way.

Does anyone have any advice?

In situations like these, it's crucial to find a reliable solution to repair your windshield. I would like to recommend a professional-grade repair windshield crack kit from CrackEraser that I had a positive experience with. The Crack Repair Upgrade Kit I used provided clear instructions and specialized components that made the repair process seamless.
To avoid any further damage, it's essential to choose a reputable kit that won't put excessive pressure on the windshield. I understand your concerns, and it's a wise decision to reach out to the manufacturer for assistance and clarification.
If you're interested in exploring a reliable alternative, I suggest checking out CrackEraser's Crack Repair Upgrade Kit. You can find more information about it on their Windshield Crack Repair Upgrade Kit Professional Auto Glass Repair System with Over 3 Hours of Training Videos . It's always important to research and read customer reviews before investing in any repair product to ensure you're making an informed decision.

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