Two years on the repair is nearly invisible and is holding nicely. Great investment in an inexpensive kit that solved my problem following these steps. Highly recommended.
You did make a mistake in the application of the resin . You didn't preload the syringe with pressure ( ON the windscreen ) you applied to syringe already set so no pressure with applied.
I've have just successfully used the permatex system for the second time after 1 good permatex last year and having 2 versachem kits that are basically the same components (my versachem had all the same parts except differently colored 2 sided tape, no pin, no razor blade, no alcohol swab which cost $16.99 vs this kit for 15.99) I have noticed that peeling and applying the colored backing side to the windshield first seemed to have a more tacky glue than the paper side which I left up to apply the pedestal to. If you run your finger across the end of the tab, whichever backing is more difficult to remove is probably best down to the glass. . .IHMO
Just bought the JB Weld version and this was the best video I could find to apply the application. The contents is exactly the same as well as the instructions. Thank you for the step by step. Super helpful.
Thanks for the vid. I'm glad I found it. The instructions are overwhelming. I encountered a few issues though. Cut the tip of the resin, don't just twist it off.
the air bubbles you are seeing with the syringe in upward position are from a poor seal. No way possible to have that many bubbles/air coming from a micro crack in the windshield.
Air does get into the crack. The black you see is trapped air. Air comes out, resin goes in. Otherwise you risk cracking the windshield if you dont let the air out first and try to push the resin in.
Thank you! I had to do this to my van ( actually the same exact van and color as you 😂 ) this morning, and I had no idea what I was doing but after I watch your video I just followed it step-by-step!
Thanks a lot! now I will have to replace my windshield. The step to place the applicator on the window and remove the bubbles, I watch the crack extend 2.5 inches. Thanks a lot! Please remove this video. DO NOT PUT ANY FORCE AROUND THE CRACK!
Primary purpose of the kit is to seal the cracks so that it can't expand and make a minor repair that costed 10-14 dollars, for the kit, into a 700-1000 dollar windshield replacement. Hiding the chip/crack, or even making it smaller is an added bonus from the repair kit.
The instructions and even the company video were horrible. I like your simple explanation better. Thank you. Waiting for my resin to finish with the plunger part as I type.
If you are on the fence whether to have this done professionally or not ,take my advice and do it yourself. Just paid $85 to fix a chip that was 1 inch . It is now 3/4 . The only difference in the two methods is the guy drilled a hole with a Dremel tool halfway through the glass before starting which probably was the reason it still shows.
from watching all the bubbles coming out you didn't have a complete seal and lost the vacuum before pressurizing it to force the resin in. Only a few bubbles should come out as there is so little air in the crack and fixture. It needs the vacuum to pull the resin all the way in for an almost undetectable fix. I always put a bead of silicone around the edge of the fixture and where the syringe mates after attaching with the double sided tape seal to make a good seal (the silicone does not need to cure to seal) It should bubble for just a few seconds, if it continues to bubble it is not sealed. I also put a drop of oil on the rubber plunger seal from the plunger side for better vacuum holding.
Also to add onto this, i just used the kit and if you have a good seal, do not push the syringe down too far! I went past the first indention and the air pressure was too much, popped the whole seal off, resin leaked everywhere. my crack was small enough to allow me to still fill it up even after losing most of the resin but don't risk it!
About to do this myself g ot 2 lil chips from rocks they ben there 3 yrs never addressed them but just bought this same or similar kit to try it , The syringe is just to pull out the air? Not to push the resin in ? That part confused me I thought after the resin was in you'd use the syringe to force it into the hole but looks the opposite you just pull it to get air out? Odd,,If it works on my windshield may try my ipod next . By the way any info on the black rubber mold that is between the windshield and car itself ? Half my rubber is off tried glueing it 3x still pops off in coule days , any advice on that be great too
When are they going to come out with A stick and peel like what they us in nascar racing? They get A coat on there windshield and come into pit row and they peel it off!! All they are is A bunch of turn left drivers who used to run bootleg whiskey and they get peel awaybrand new windshield Yeapeekiaeyhoha.
I just used this kit on my 23 year old Chrysler which got a classic bullseye chip. Similar to professionals I preceded the application by holding a 30in vacuum with my HVA/C vacuum pump for 20 minutes in order to extract all traces of moisture from inside the chip. I had to do this because the damage happened on a winter's day with lots of snow, sleet and ice impacting the chip before I could get to this repair in a dry area. Its winter in Canada now so little sun and the outdoor is too cold to do this outside so did this in my garage and used a UV flashlight. I also followed two pro tips: after filling with resin, warm the glass from underneath with a hair dryer and rap the area below with your knuckles to encourage the resin to thoroughly flow into the cracks. The main chip is now invisible, however there is still a tiny scruffy area where the stone hit. If you have left over resin, you can add a drop to that spot and cure it again in the sun.
@@timothymclain It worked great. Good Time now since it is hot. Be patient with it. It comes with the razor and you need that. O'Reilly brand does not have the items. Not a good brand.
Instructions were easy to follow after watching the video We had trouble locking the syringe but it didnt affect anything else. The work came out great.! Thank you.
Just finished mine. Not sure how it will hold up yet but it came out fantastic. 10/10. Much cheaper ant at least as good as the professionals. Had to do my own as I am always working when the shop is open.
@@rubeasta Im sorry I forgot the name and threw out the box. Its just a tube that you inject into a small circular piece that sticks to the windhield. Go to an automotive store and they should be able to help you.
hi there, i’m holding out for my car windshield replacement and the crack is about 12 inches; i actually have two, the other is 10 inches.. they are on the far side of the windshield, not the center… do you think this will be okay until next friday ? that is 10 days from today. The kit i bought is what you have here -
Dont follow this video, watch others 1st who do it better, ChrisFix videos for this same kit shows how to get proper results as do videos from actual professional repairers
Tim! Lol! Global Travel Bud! Whoa! I literally was just on the highway and this big rock hit my windshield. I had to pull off at the vitamin shopp to find a fix it yourself video and your windshield repair video came on to help me fix it! Wow! You cannot make this up. You traveled with Crossroads? Maybe I have the wrong Tim but thank you for the video 🙌🏻🙏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙌🏻. Divine intervention for sure Blessings Molly
Smacking the windshield is not a good idea and putting a lot of pressure because that'll make the crack much much bigger for seals it up so don't do that also using a heat gun on the inside will help flow and seal the crack
May not work in tropics....glue does not hold the plastic pedestal when add pressure back with syringe, so resin did not reach inside the cracks and spilled out. Adhesive disk did not come out from windshield, so the issue was the glue between the disk and plastic pedestal.
Wow I loved your video, easy listening, calm, instructive, not bought out from the company to push that product, BRAVO ZULU, above and beyond your duty to help the world understand a little thing. Thank you. Positive daydreams, love and sunshine
Any tips on doing this in cold weather? I know it says to do it in 70 degree weather but it's December in the east coast and I need to get this done before it gets really cold in january
I have a question : The last step, when he said that he was going to add a drop of Epoxi, he was refering to the Resine he previously used it ? I didn't see other products beside this one. Is this correct ? By the way, very very clear instructions. Thank you. I will try it after receive the answer to my question.
people who need a razor typically have a few laying around. things like face hair, razor replacement blades and self loathing come to mind; a few relevant reasons to have blades even in 2020.
I just got hit by a pebble and I’m thankful I use this right away and it’s still shows but it’s better than replacing the whole glass when it start cracking more
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You get a 10/10 for just taking the time ana show us how! THANK YOU.. I personally benefited from your video!
Great job Tim. Three years later and your video is still helping people!
Two years on the repair is nearly invisible and is holding nicely. Great investment in an inexpensive kit that solved my problem following these steps. Highly recommended.
Nice, just watched your vid. Im about to do this job, thanks for sharing.
You did make a mistake in the application of the resin .
You didn't preload the syringe with pressure ( ON the windscreen ) you applied to syringe already set so no pressure with applied.
Thanks for taking the time to post the results after two years!
Update?
Good to know! I've got a chip now and Safelite wants $119 to fix it. I replaced the windshield last year for $350. Rock chip repair is getting pricey!
I used this video 3 diff times now lol
just bought this kit, not really caring about the looks but not wanting my rockchip to turn into a crack and have to replace my windshield later on
The kit bought doesn’t have a razor or pin. Everything else is identical
Appreciate the step-by-step process! There's just something about the little paper with picture instructions that I hate .
Bought same kit, no push pin, no alcohol swab, and no straight razor. The video was well done.
I thought I was crazy!!
I've have just successfully used the permatex system for the second time after 1 good permatex last year and having 2 versachem kits that are basically the same components (my versachem had all the same parts except differently colored 2 sided tape, no pin, no razor blade, no alcohol swab which cost $16.99 vs this kit for 15.99)
I have noticed that peeling and applying the colored backing side to the windshield first seemed to have a more tacky glue than the paper side which I left up to apply the pedestal to. If you run your finger across the end of the tab, whichever backing is more difficult to remove is probably best down to the glass. . .IHMO
Just bought the JB Weld version and this was the best video I could find to apply the application. The contents is exactly the same as well as the instructions. Thank you for the step by step. Super helpful.
Thanks for the vid. I'm glad I found it. The instructions are overwhelming. I encountered a few issues though. Cut the tip of the resin, don't just twist it off.
I paid Safelite $125 to repair mine. And doesnt look even close to as good as this guys. F Safelite.
And their warranty doesnt cover replacing the windshield,
why else would you need a warranty🤔🤔
Completely falling asleep during the video speed it up man
the air bubbles you are seeing with the syringe in upward position are from a poor seal. No way possible to have that many bubbles/air coming from a micro crack in the windshield.
Wasn't it the resine boiling and not air from the outside? That was a mini vacuum chamber... Just wondering
Air does get into the crack. The black you see is trapped air. Air comes out, resin goes in. Otherwise you risk cracking the windshield if you dont let the air out first and try to push the resin in.
Thanks
Lol, says clean around it, I'll just go ahead and clean all of it.
Thank you! I had to do this to my van ( actually the same exact van and color as you 😂 ) this morning, and I had no idea what I was doing but after I watch your video I just followed it step-by-step!
Glad it helped!
This video is super simple and to the point.
Thank you!
Thanks a lot! now I will have to replace my windshield. The step to place the applicator on the window and remove the bubbles, I watch the crack extend 2.5 inches. Thanks a lot! Please remove this video. DO NOT PUT ANY FORCE AROUND THE CRACK!
7:20 at this point heat a glass from inside with cigarette lighter or heat gun. it helps to remove bubbles ;)
Pris pliz
Pris
Oct - 2021 .still works this vídeo !
Great video, thank you! The instructions included were difficult to follow. Thanks for sorting it out and making it easy and understandable.
Primary purpose of the kit is to seal the cracks so that it can't expand and make a minor repair that costed 10-14 dollars, for the kit, into a 700-1000 dollar windshield replacement. Hiding the chip/crack, or even making it smaller is an added bonus from the repair kit.
Yep it even says in the instructions that it will not make the area look undamaged. I just used this kit on my windshield today.
Thanks for the tutorial. Now l know what Not to buy. If you use a sawing motion it is less visible.
A very helpful video and step by step clear instructions!
The instructions and even the company video were horrible. I like your simple explanation better. Thank you. Waiting for my resin to finish with the plunger part as I type.
If you are on the fence whether to have this done professionally or not ,take my advice and do it yourself. Just paid $85 to fix a chip that was 1 inch . It is now 3/4 . The only difference in the two methods is the guy drilled a hole with a Dremel tool halfway through the glass before starting which probably was the reason it still shows.
from watching all the bubbles coming out you didn't have a complete seal and lost the vacuum before pressurizing it to force the resin in. Only a few bubbles should come out as there is so little air in the crack and fixture. It needs the vacuum to pull the resin all the way in for an almost undetectable fix. I always put a bead of silicone around the edge of the fixture and where the syringe mates after attaching with the double sided tape seal to make a good seal (the silicone does not need to cure to seal) It should bubble for just a few seconds, if it continues to bubble it is not sealed. I also put a drop of oil on the rubber plunger seal from the plunger side for better vacuum holding.
Also to add onto this, i just used the kit and if you have a good seal, do not push the syringe down too far! I went past the first indention and the air pressure was too much, popped the whole seal off, resin leaked everywhere. my crack was small enough to allow me to still fill it up even after losing most of the resin but don't risk it!
I used this and it really worked I seen the difference after 20 mins
Who else blew into their phone when he used the pin to pick the loose broken glass??🤣
Works every time. DONT buy the rain-x one, its too strong pushing the resin in, itll crack the windshield easier
When I see guys fixing anything on cars with one hand only.......
You know they’re holding a phone, trying to help you. :-)
About to do this myself g ot 2 lil chips from rocks they ben there 3 yrs never addressed them but just bought this same or similar kit to try it , The syringe is just to pull out the air? Not to push the resin in ? That part confused me I thought after the resin was in you'd use the syringe to force it into the hole but looks the opposite you just pull it to get air out? Odd,,If it works on my windshield may try my ipod next . By the way any info on the black rubber mold that is between the windshield and car itself ? Half my rubber is off tried glueing it 3x still pops off in coule days , any advice on that be great too
Wish I would've seen this before spending 200 dollars going to Safelite for a crack not even near as big as this ugh my butt hurts🤦
Thank you! Just fixed my car`s windshield today and your video was a big help!
When are they going to come out with A stick and peel like what they us in nascar racing?
They get A coat on there windshield and come into pit row and they peel it off!!
All they are is A bunch of turn left drivers who used to run bootleg whiskey and they get peel awaybrand new windshield
Yeapeekiaeyhoha.
thankyou TIM it help me to repair my windshield
I just used this kit on my 23 year old Chrysler which got a classic bullseye chip. Similar to professionals I preceded the application by holding a 30in vacuum with my HVA/C vacuum pump for 20 minutes in order to extract all traces of moisture from inside the chip. I had to do this because the damage happened on a winter's day with lots of snow, sleet and ice impacting the chip before I could get to this repair in a dry area. Its winter in Canada now so little sun and the outdoor is too cold to do this outside so did this in my garage and used a UV flashlight. I also followed two pro tips: after filling with resin, warm the glass from underneath with a hair dryer and rap the area below with your knuckles to encourage the resin to thoroughly flow into the cracks. The main chip is now invisible, however there is still a tiny scruffy area where the stone hit. If you have left over resin, you can add a drop to that spot and cure it again in the sun.
What does it being 2017 have to do with having a razor?
Anthony Gross lmao 🤣 was thinking the same!
People used to shave with razors like that I suppose?
@@itspoffy Doubt anyone shaved with those kind of blades. Anyways, I buy those 100 at a time at Home Depot...use them ALL the time.
@@markpaskett3696 In the 60's I would shave with them if I could not get the double edged blade---
How do I remove dirt from the crack and I want to clean the crack from the dirt inside
Great video man helped me out allot saved me 50 dollars deductible! I had a chip on the same area down there by the defrosters vents
One would expect the resin to be sucked out with any air too.
Ehh Better watch ChrisFix
Mak Ern yes 😂
Thank you so much for this useful guide! I’m going to do this for £5 with a kit from Ebay, instead of going to a garage and paying £40
getting ready to do the same thing..... appreciate the video
The stuff does nothing get superglue and you’re better off
This video was uploaded 4 years ago and still relevant today. Thanks.
Thanks, I got a chip today and now I have to do the same thing
DO NOT TAP ON THE WINDSHIELD. I JUST CRACKED MINE!!!
I was sceptical at 1st when I tried it but it gave amazing results and would definitely use it again.
I just bought this from Amazon. I pray mine looks good like yours.
How’d it go?
@@timothymclain
It worked great. Good Time now since it is hot. Be patient with it.
It comes with the razor and you need that. O'Reilly brand does not have the items. Not a good brand.
Thanks Tim helped me out a lot.
Instructions were easy to follow after watching the video We had trouble locking the syringe but it didnt affect anything else. The work came out great.! Thank you.
Very helpful
Much appreciated
Yeah those are the free alcohol [=prep pads they use before a hospital needle shot
It’s super cloudy all the time in the Pacific Northwest. Would it still work the same do you think?
Yes, if you have a heat lamp or 100 watt bulb might help with curing?
Mine got fixed but the crack line got longer
Just finished mine. Not sure how it will hold up yet but it came out fantastic. 10/10. Much cheaper ant at least as good as the professionals. Had to do my own as I am always working when the shop is open.
Which kit did you purchase?
@@rubeasta Im sorry I forgot the name and threw out the box. Its just a tube that you inject into a small circular piece that sticks to the windhield. Go to an automotive store and they should be able to help you.
@@josephalberta1145 no worries! I purchased the Permatex kit off Amazon. It's the one I kept seeing circling around each video. Wish me luck ! Lol
hi there, i’m holding out for my car windshield replacement and the crack is about 12 inches; i actually have two, the other is 10 inches.. they are on the far side of the windshield, not the center… do you think this will be okay until next friday ? that is 10 days from today. The kit i bought is what you have here -
do you ever heard about a tripod?
don't beat around the hole, just spread like a 4 inch crack down my windshield from the original chip by doing that!
Welp, I fucked it up.
very informative i also had a crack mine was a half moon crack this product actually works :) lesson learn don't get to close to trucks or semis
Dont follow this video, watch others 1st who do it better, ChrisFix videos for this same kit shows how to get proper results as do videos from actual professional repairers
Such a great tutorial much appreciated 🙏🏻
You’re definitely the only person I’ve heard of that doesn’t have razor blades for some reason lol
:-)
Tim! Lol! Global Travel Bud! Whoa! I literally was just on the highway and this big rock hit my windshield. I had to pull off at the vitamin shopp to find a fix it yourself video and your windshield repair video came on to help me fix it! Wow! You cannot make this up. You traveled with Crossroads? Maybe I have the wrong Tim but thank you for the video 🙌🏻🙏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙌🏻. Divine intervention for sure
Blessings
Molly
Smacking the windshield is not a good idea and putting a lot of pressure because that'll make the crack much much bigger for seals it up so don't do that also using a heat gun on the inside will help flow and seal the crack
How do I remove dirt from the crack and I want to clean the crack from the dirt inside
Thanks for this simple and easy to follow clear and clean video!
This is my 7th time watching this tutorial despite having previously completed six repairs 🤣
What if you mess up? Can you buy another kit and re do the repair?
May not work in tropics....glue does not hold the plastic pedestal when add pressure back with syringe, so resin did not reach inside the cracks and spilled out. Adhesive disk did not come out from windshield, so the issue was the glue between the disk and plastic pedestal.
Thanks, your instructions were better than the mfgs. video.
The year is now 3017. All remnants of this vehicle have deteriorated except for one; the windshield. The verdict is in…this stuff really works!
Thank you!
Wow I loved your video, easy listening, calm, instructive, not bought out from the company to push that product, BRAVO ZULU, above and beyond your duty to help the world understand a little thing. Thank you. Positive daydreams, love and sunshine
People who work with their hands. That's who have razor blades.
I just used this kit but the resin never cured despite being in the sun for a few hours. Bad batch maybe?
Did you use the patch
Any tips on doing this in cold weather? I know it says to do it in 70 degree weather but it's December in the east coast and I need to get this done before it gets really cold in january
What if there is a small crack also along w the chip scan that repair it
GREAT VID ! TY
I have a question : The last step, when he said that he was going to add a drop of Epoxi, he was refering to the Resine he previously used it ? I didn't see other products beside this one. Is this correct ? By the way, very very clear instructions. Thank you. I will try it after receive the answer to my question.
Correct, same resin so dont use it all first time round.
people who need a razor typically have a few laying around. things like face hair, razor replacement blades and self loathing come to mind; a few relevant reasons to have blades even in 2020.
Amazing video, thank you so much
I just got hit by a pebble and I’m thankful I use this right away and it’s still shows but it’s better than replacing the whole glass when it start cracking more
I agree that it was very hard to pull it up. I didn't have that much bubbling, though.
Bro it’s 2021 thank u
One of the best instructional videos on TH-cam. FIVE years later and still helping folks like me. Good job!
Jello Tim, if there was somthing different in the process what would you have done ?
Kevin McCallister’s dad fixing his windshield.
Yup I just used this video 😘
6/5/21
Thanks for the video...
Thank you so much for this video! It super help me today
Thanks a million Tim!!!
Really bad stuff this one.
great explanation, just did my window and it worked great
Thanks Tim. You did a very professional job of demonstrating the repair job and producing your video.
how much of the resin do you use
Thanks for the great video,👍👍
Wow perfect video I.manage to do it perfectly
Jason Neir Glad it helped!