4x4Jeep

would a shattered rear window, that is bieng held together by tint, be a problem off-roading?

i wont be going fast or nothing, just trails and stuff. (25mph max.)

xj4life2

its already broke so whats the problem ???

4x4Jeep

i was just wondering if it would fall out or somthing. cause of going over rough terrain.

a1racer

i would just remove it when you get going over a rough spot of road it will start falling apart and leave glass every where

4x4Jeep

yea was thinking about that, problem is i am going an hours drive from my house, and will be camping out and stuff, so cant really remove it.

i'll just leave it and take my chances, its florida so there should be too many problems with the terrain and stuff.

okcjeeper

Yeah either remove it fix it. You don't want to take a chance on it coming apart on the trail and leaving glass everywhere. It's irresponsible IMHO to leave it when you are going to public grounds, you are taking to much risk in leaving glass on the ground and possibly someone getting hurt from it. Either replace it, take it out completely or stay home.

ktmracer419

i had my glass shatter and the tint held it together.

began driving home and eventually the glass caved in on my interior at 70mph.

that was fun to clean up.

just get new glass from the forums or a yard, takes about 10 minutes and a couple screwdrivers to replace.

4x4Jeep

ok, i'll see what i can do this week to fix it.

i drive it every day to work, doing about 65-85 5 days a week and mine hasn't fallen out yet.

jinx

I would also think that a cop is going to notice that and give you a nice defective equipment ticket. take it out and cover it with plastic if you don't want to fix it.

4x4Jeep

woww, i didnt know you could be ticketed for that...dont want anymore tickets...will get on that right away. thanks.

XJ?2010

What if it falls on the road when your driving? its kinda unsafe if you ask me

smtippin

My buddy just tried to keep door glass in his Bronco II that was shattered but held in by tint and it worked for about 2 weeks on occasional driving with NO off street driving. I would say not to try it since your window is wider and will sag more with the weight of itself. But, if you need to keep the glass in until you can get it replaced, you may be able to make it last longer if you got yard sticks and duct taped them across and vertically for support. Sure it would look tacky, but you might get through the trip with it. I guess my advice is to make the glass last as long as as you NEED it but be prepared to clean up after yourself. Oh and don't forget the plastic bags and tape with you so you can seal it up when the glass finally gives.

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matejcekautoworks

cut a peice of plexy and duck tape it in lol