earley231186 Posted June 27, 2022 Report Share Posted June 27, 2022 Any one had a screen replaced? Is it easy enough on the Boxster? Anything I should be looking for when it's been replaced? I also have a aftermarket Dab Ariel on my current screen can this be replaced? Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iborguk Posted June 27, 2022 Report Share Posted June 27, 2022 (edited) Had screens replaced in my 987.1 (Autoglass and original Porsche screen) and 987.2 (OPC, well probably their subby). Can’t remember if the seal is integrated on the 987.1 screen, worth checking and if not integrated what they are intending to fit….and obviously worth checking what screen options they can fit , aftermarket only or Porsche original…I know which one I would want. Edited June 27, 2022 by iborguk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted June 27, 2022 Report Share Posted June 27, 2022 Saint Gobain are the Porsche OE supplier but if you go to insurance (assuming it is broken) you may get Pilkington who are also an OE supplier to many other brands so both should be of equal quality. Just make sure tint, sun tint strip and any in glass aerials are as per you original, there are 9 part numbers for screens listed in the parts catalogue depending on the build options. That said it is more down to fitter than glass to get a good job. They are bonded in as most modern cars are, so no special processes. Your DAB aerial should peel off carefully, but it is more difficult to reapply as the adhesive film is usually useless after being peeled off, replacements are not that expensive. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul P Posted June 27, 2022 Report Share Posted June 27, 2022 Maybe message @timbobalobox - he just took one out his project car - who knows, it may be what you need, and he may be close enough to make getting it to you viable? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lennym1984 Posted June 27, 2022 Report Share Posted June 27, 2022 I just had a new one fitted by Auto Windscreens and - despite not being a Porsche OE screen (as far as I know) - it looks great and fits perfectly. It's nice actually being able to see out of it now 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2001pt Posted June 27, 2022 Report Share Posted June 27, 2022 I had mine done by Autoglass. They insisted (due to it being a Porsche) that I went to the local branch rather than have it done on the driveway, but other than that, it went well For the sake of a tenner & 15mins of work, I’d replace the DAB aerial. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
earley231186 Posted June 27, 2022 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2022 Just looked at the dab Ariel's didn't realise they were so easy. Not fussed on that now. I will put a new one in my self. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nath Posted June 30, 2022 Report Share Posted June 30, 2022 Recently went through this with National Windscreens. I asked for, and the insurer agreed, to replace with OEM glass (Aviva). Took 3 attempts before it was finally fitted properly on the 4th. 1st - didn't fit properly, very obvious height gaps almost like it wasn't the correct glass (ie looking at the top edge it was low in the middle and high on each side). New glass required. 2nd - fit looked fine but the mirror was loose. As it has rain sensors this meant it had to be new glass. 3rd - didn't fit properly at all so the installer removed it and reinstalled the original glass, advised that it would need to be taken to the centre. 4th - took to the centre and they reinstalled the 3rd glass and fit is fine. Overall, despite the hassle, I can't really fault National Windscreens as they saw the job through until I was satisfied. Sorry, this probably doesn't inspire confidence! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
earley231186 Posted July 22, 2022 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2022 On 6/30/2022 at 7:52 PM, Nath said: Recently went through this with National Windscreens. I asked for, and the insurer agreed, to replace with OEM glass (Aviva). Took 3 attempts before it was finally fitted properly on the 4th. 1st - didn't fit properly, very obvious height gaps almost like it wasn't the correct glass (ie looking at the top edge it was low in the middle and high on each side). New glass required. 2nd - fit looked fine but the mirror was loose. As it has rain sensors this meant it had to be new glass. 3rd - didn't fit properly at all so the installer removed it and reinstalled the original glass, advised that it would need to be taken to the centre. 4th - took to the centre and they reinstalled the 3rd glass and fit is fine. Overall, despite the hassle, I can't really fault National Windscreens as they saw the job through until I was satisfied. Sorry, this probably doesn't inspire confidence! Just had my screen done here. It looks good and seems to be uniform however Terrible wind noise along the top. Tried calling them but now can't get through. So I've spoken to there main office. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinewood Posted July 22, 2022 Report Share Posted July 22, 2022 20 minutes ago, earley231186 said: Just had my screen done here. It looks good and seems to be uniform however Terrible wind noise along the top. Tried calling them but now can't get through. So I've spoken to there main office. Put some tape across the top until they fix it. Wind noise means a gap and possible water ingress. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
earley231186 Posted July 22, 2022 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2022 Guy who fitted it was really sound. Went back he was very apologetic and said he will get it sorted. He will order a new screen and replace if needs be. Going back in 10 days for a refit. Fingers crossed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iborguk Posted July 22, 2022 Report Share Posted July 22, 2022 5 minutes ago, earley231186 said: Guy who fitted it was really sound. Went back he was very apologetic and said he will get it sorted. He will order a new screen and replace if needs be. Going back in 10 days for a refit. Fingers crossed. The right response, good luck getting it sorted. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
earley231186 Posted August 7, 2022 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2022 So, had the new screen fitted Friday. The wind noise is totally eradicated and back to how it should be. Guy who did it said that he tried to refit the first one and wasn't happy with it. Fitted another new screen (pilkingtons) and said it slotted straight in perfectly. The first screen must of been warped in some way. Anyway Boxster is back to its former glory and having a screen that's not 17 years old makes a massive difference. It's like driving in HD now haha. Can't fault National Windscreens for there service. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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