windshield trim removal...again, without bending it all up Options

[EJP914]

I posted a topic a few weeks back on how to remove the windshield trim.
A few of the responses said to cut thru the clips that hold the trim and remove it all in one piece.
Sorry I didn't get it first time around, but...

Do you cut thru the clips with a slim putty knife or similar with the knife between the trim and the glass OR between the trim and the frame?
There are places where the trim is very tight against the frame. I would have to force the knife between the trim and the frame. Will the trim "give" a bit to do this?

Is there a diagram somewhere that shows where the clips are located OR will I bump into them as I move the knife around the trim?

If this removal is a simple procedure for most 914 guys, again my apologies for missing the obvious. Thanks again for the help.

Ed

[Robarabian]

See the photo. I will look for the bottom ones but they are evenly spaced to some degree. Use a very thin metal putty knife and maybe wrap it with some tape to avoid scratching paint, or plastic pry tools. You can pop the plastic rivets with enough force. replacements from our normal vendors here, in plastic.

[sportlicherFahrer]

Razor blades work great for this. Slip the blade in between the trim and frame searching for one of the clips. Once located, position the blade right on top of a clip. Wrap a smallish chunk of 2x4 with a thin rag(guard against marring surfaces), place it on top of the back of the blade, and tap with just enough force to cut/break the clip's pin.

Note that using a method like this will require removing the glass to replace the clips. If you're not pulling the windshield out you're going to want to not destroy the clips. Very different process for trim removal.

[technicalninja]

Note that using a method like this will require removing the glass to replace the clips. If you're not pulling the windshield out you're going to want to not destroy the clips. Very different process for trim removal.

It's the notes like this one that add the MOST value to the forum!!!!

Now, if you're not replacing the windshield butyl mounting tape and it's over 10 years old you are a FOOL in my book...

Another tip I found on this site is to use butyl primer as well.
As I've never changed this style of sealant I wasn't aware of it.

I am now because of tips exactly like the above...

Thanks for posting @sportlicherFahrer!

[930cabman]

Not sure how, but my local auto glass guy (old timer) changed my windscreen last year, didn't damage the molding or clips all for $300.

[Montreal914]

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[DC_neun_vierzehn]

Not sure how, but my local auto glass guy (old timer) changed my windscreen last year, didn't damage the molding or clips all for $300.

Was that just for the service or the service and the glass?

If both, what kind of glass did you use? I don't think you can even get the glass for that cheap!

I found an old school classic car glass guy in Northern VA a few years ago to do the service (I bought the glass, but had him pick it up, bring it to my house, and install it in my driveway). He charged $250 which I thought was very fair.

[930cabman]

Not sure how, but my local auto glass guy (old timer) changed my windscreen last year, didn't damage the molding or clips all for $300.

Was that just for the service or the service and the glass?

If both, what kind of glass did you use? I don't think you can even get the glass for that cheap!

I found an old school classic car glass guy in Northern VA a few years ago to do the service (I bought the glass, but had him pick it up, bring it to my house, and install it in my driveway). He charged $250 which I thought was very fair.

Buffalo Auto Glass, Gary has been doing all my auto glass stuff for years. It may have been $350. and maybe two years ago, but that was complete. Dropped off, left for a couple hours and a brandy new windscreen with existing aluminum trim replaced in perfect condition. I really doubt he sourced new clips, probably used the originals. Not a German replacement, but clear with no scratches