New windshields - update

[Nicholas R]

I'm interested in a windshield antenna. Mine has giant scratches in it from the previous owners dog. Never replaced it though because it has the antenna.

[aludden]

On the next batch of windshields, going into production very soon, we're looking at having some made with antennas. I do not expect the appearance and placement of the wires will mimic the originals exactly, but we're trying to get it as close as their manufacturing plans allow.

How much interest is there in these?

James

Hello James, do you have a target date on getting the windshields with antennas? Are we talking a couple of months, or six months, or more?

[stevedmc]

+1 with interest in having the next batch of UV/IR windshields with an open spot
for I-Pass and garage door openers.

I plan on doing my own customizing. All you really need is a diamond, some saran wrap, and glue.

[dmc6960]

I plan on doing my own customizing. All you really need is a diamond, some saran wrap, and glue.

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[stevedmc]

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Use the diamond to cut your own hole and cover it up with clear plastic.

[DMC5180]

I plan on doing my own customizing. All you really need is a diamond, some saran wrap, and glue.

You May be A REDNECK IF: You plan on customizing your windshield with a Diamond, saran wrap and Glue.

Dennis, the UV/IR windshield does have a yellow-ish cast to it. We've installed one in a car here. I'll get a pic of it today for you. The customer loves it, but he has told us that in addition to his toll-pass not working, his garage door opener doesn't, either. He has to roll the window down and stick his hand out with it.

James

Good thing Illinois I-pass has virtual tolling aka V-tolling. I have one transponder w/3 cars registered to it. You can have up to 4 on one transponder. I don't need the transponder in the car. The cameras automatically take photos of your plates and match them to the transponder. I've gone through the toll system a couple times without it. When I got home I checked my I-pass account and sure enough the tolls were registered as V-tolls using my License Plate.

As far as the garage door opener there may be ways around that too. I don't have mine mounted by the windshield and it works up to a block away without facing the the garage. Might simply mean I have to get creative with placement.

I am curious about the yellow-ish tint. Is this like those windshields you occasionally see with a gold-ish tint reflection? I alway thought the original glass had a bronze-ish tint.

I'm also curious to know if the UV/IR is surface applied or imbedded in the laminated glass?

[DMCMW Dave]

[QUOTE=DMC5180;48235]I am curious about the yellow-ish tint. Is this like those windshields you occasionally see with a gold-ish tint reflection? I alway thought the original glass had a bronze-ish tint.
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Another difference is that there is no dark band across the top. It is entirely the same color.

Yours is here in the box, but I've decided not to temp fate by unpacking it and taking it outside to see the true color (I did make sure it arrived unscathed).

[dmc6960]

Good thing Illinois I-pass has virtual tolling aka V-tolling. I have one transponder w/3 cars registered to it. You can have up to 4 on one transponder. I don't need the transponder in the car. The cameras automatically take photos of your plates and match them to the transponder. I've gone through the toll system a couple times without it. When I got home I checked my I-pass account and sure enough the tolls were registered as V-tolls using my License Plate.

Well, you may not want to make a habit of it. Considering your from out of state and aren't doing it on a daily basis your probably alright. While I was researching if the I-Pass works on the Florida Turnpike (it does not BTW, nor will E-ZPass users), I found this bit of information (emphasis mine)...

3. License Plate Transponder (LPT)

Less than 1 percent of vehicles have windshields or systems that interfere with transactions using the windshield-mounted transponder. In this case, a license plate transponder (LPT) is required, which mounts on the front bumper of your vehicle, is available for the same price as a standard transponder. Check the list of vehicles we've identified that require LPTs. LPTs are available at any Tollway Customer Service Center and can be ordered through the Customer Call Center.

In general, windshields that contain metal in the glass (metal oxide) and mirrors with compass or temperature readings may prevent the I-PASS signal from being read properly. Also, windshields with the following glass features may interfere with the I-PASS signal and require alternative or exterior mounting: solar ray, solar tint, heated, heat reflected, insulated, Insta-Clear. If you are unsure if your vehicle has one of these listed features, contact your car dealership.
Instructions for Mounting a License Plate Transponder (LPT):

Identify the back of the LPT by finding the arrows next to the mounting holes.
The LPT must be fastened to the front license plate using the plate's top mounting screws.
Use your license plate screws and the knock-out holes in the LPT case to fasten the transponder to your front license plate.

Unsuccessful I-PASS Transactions will be Vtolled

Video Tolls (Vtolls) are tolls that could not be deducted from your account at the time of the toll transaction. These are typically attributed to a missing, improperly mounted or inactive transponder. It is important to periodically review your account activity to ensure the transponder is functioning properly. Excessive Vtolls might result in penalties, so please mount your transponder correctly and ensure it is working properly.

[DMCH James]

Hello James, do you have a target date on getting the windshields with antennas? Are we talking a couple of months, or six months, or more?

Probably early summer. Still deciding if we like the way it's going to look or not.

James

[DMCH James]

I'm also curious to know if the UV/IR is surface applied or imbedded in the laminated glass?

It's part of the laminating film between the two layers of glass.

James