Bullet Proof?

[k9mkt]

Just got an email from a VIP's office. They want me to look at a Maybach which has a 'Bullet Proof' windshield. Anyone done these type of Windshields? Any difference in the process? What am I to look out for?

The picture they sent (in excel .. duh!) was not that clear (converted to jpg) but the dimensions of the breaks are relatively small which makes me believe that its just 'pits' and not a damage (with trapped air). I will be looking at the car on Thursday after I get the necessary security clearance needed ..

As such, if was just a pit, would it be sufficient to do a pit filling with the Pit Filler? How will the integrity of the Windshield be after curing? Do I need to do anything more?

If it was a Partial bullseye or something similar (with trapped air), would I be in any difficult situation if I attempt to repair it? Will the repair hold the glass well enough since it

[GlasWeldTech]

I was told you cannot repair this type of glass.

[souchie]

If it's bullet proof shouldn't it be rock proof?

[Delta Kits]

Let's just say:

"Delta Kits does not recommend attempting to repair bulletproof glass, and does recommend that it be replaced."

Whether it can or can't be done is a different matter, but your "lifetime" guarantee takes on a whole new meaning at that point.

[Delta Kits]

Most bulletproof glass is simply laminated glass with many layers. I.E. glass>laminate>glass>laminate>glass>laminate, you get the idea.

Still though, not worth the risk on repairing it in my opinion.

[Lee]

Most of newer auto glass bullet resistant glass is made up of different layers of glass, poly carbonate(lexan), glass, poly and glass with a laminate in between all sheets. The more layers(thicker) the more bullet resistant the unit is. Repairing one of these may work depending on the reaction of the resin to the lexan and how the unit is built. Let us know what happens.

[screenman]

We have repaired these over here for years with no problems so far. Most resins are tested to be stronger than the glass itself so if the repair is done correctly what problems should there be.

[ChipMaster]

I have also repaired an armored car windshield . i did it for free just to see if it could be done . It CAN be done successfully just like any other windshield (glass/lam/glass/lam...etc) couldn't tell how many layers but its the top one that matters the only thing is that it took about an extra 6-8 min to cure ??? don't know why but that's how it went . i told the fleet manager over the phone to give me a call if the repairs ever changed or split ,and that was over two years ago.

[k9mkt]

Thank you guys for the replies and encouragement. I will be 'attempting' the repair later this week. Hopefully all goes well. Anyways, I will take some b4 and after pictures and will let you all know how the repair went. Cheers!

[jbolton]

Be Careful That Glass Is Very Expensive!