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delco1946

White/fogged windshield - reusable?

Here in Portland we've had our first week of heavy rain (winter started early!). I noticed water leaked creating a wet spot approx under the brake pedal. I assume this is a result of a leaky windshield (anything leaking from the cowl should have just soaked the insulation material i think). I've been wanting to fix my windshield so this may be the kick in the butt i need. Question is, my truck has weird white/fogged areas on the drivers and passengers (short, vertical) sides of the glass. Why is this? i don't have any cracks, so if this could be scrubbed/polished off, I could reuse the glass and save the headache of finding another windshield.

Has anyone dealt with this? It would be nice to know if it is fixable and save the time trolling a JY for good glass (I read up on the problems associated with aftermarket glass), OR if its not fixable i would hate to realize this after i've removed the windshield and have to tarp it while praying that i find a decent windshield (no garage).

Thanks - Christopher

Christopher in Portland Or. 1981 F250 Ranger XLT 4x4 trailer special 351M, and auto C6

Gary Lewis

Re: White/fogged windshield - reusable?

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The white is usually from de-lamination. All glass in a vehicle has to be safety glass, which is two layers of glass with a layer of plastic film between them. That means that if the glass breaks it is held together by the plastic. But, sometimes the two pieces separate and that causes the white you are seeing.

Show us a pic?

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salans7

Re: White/fogged windshield - reusable?

This happened to the original windshield in my 86 cab. The windshield was junk because as Gary said, the two halves were coming apart.

FuzzFace2

Re: White/fogged windshield - reusable?

And has been pointed out when you get the new glass check where the VIN shows thru as the new glass made for the newer trucks has the VIN in a different area and cant be seen thru the glass.
So make sure they check this before they install it and install the right one.
Dave ----

Dave G.
81 F100 flare side 300 six / AA OD / NP435 / 2.75 gear
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81 F100 style side 300 six/SROD parts truck -RIP
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delco1946

Re: White/fogged windshield - reusable?

Bad picture but you can sorta see the fogged part in the corner. Sounds like I’ll be searching the junkyards for a new old w/s. Thanks for the advice

Christopher in Portland Or. 1981 F250 Ranger XLT 4x4 trailer special 351M, and auto C6

Gary Lewis

Re: White/fogged windshield - reusable?

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That's pretty mild, but that it delamination. It isn't going to get any better, only worse.

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salans7

Re: White/fogged windshield - reusable?

This post was updated on .

Mine was fogged around the whole perimeter of the windshield, as an example of what "worse" is.

Also, it didn't come out in one piece.

delco1946

Re: White/fogged windshield - reusable?

Oh no! Well I hope I don’t have to experience that. It’s its other spots around the windshield but I’m admittedly trying to go closer to the restoration route, so that coupled with a potential leak and I’m thinking I should just replace it. Especially since we’re entering the rainy season.

Christopher in Portland Or. 1981 F250 Ranger XLT 4x4 trailer special 351M, and auto C6

salans7

Re: White/fogged windshield - reusable?

Peace of mind is a great thing, I would replace it as well.

Danny G

Re: White/fogged windshield - reusable?

same thing as mine, was quoted $160 to replace it here in SC.

1986 F-150|Standard Cab|4x2|300Six|C6Transmission w/3.08 rear|Name:TBD
2021 Ranger XLT Super Crew

Gary Lewis

Re: White/fogged windshield - reusable?

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Again, be REALLY careful! If you don't watch closely they'll put the later windshield in and since the mask for the VIN is in a different place you can't read the VIN. And that may/will bite you at some point.

Gary, AKA "Gary fellow": Profile

1986F150Six

Re: White/fogged windshield - reusable?

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Six years ago, the windshield of my truck needed to be replaced. The black band around the windshield was applied just before installation, so the VIN could be seen. Here is a link to an old thread detailing it.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1258506-chinese-replacement-windshield.html