SC430 - 2nd Gen (2001-2010)

large curve/hole at bottom of windshield

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Old 05-21-19, 03:09 PM
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I just looked at my windshield and saw this. Not sure why? I looked at another SC430 (PB edition) but didn't see the same thing. What do you think? Did the previous owner replace the wrong glass ? I think the 02-05 glass has a diff. part number vs the 06-10.
Mine is an 2002MY.
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Old 05-21-19, 03:57 PM
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you can compare it to this windshield that is suppose to be brand new OEM glass


https://www.ebay.com/itm/2002-2010-L...NPxn#vi-ilComp
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It does appear there is a little "Swoop" in the glass on the right side of the picture
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I think mine is right in the middle of the panel.
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It appears that the windshield has been replaced and it was mounted a tad high and that’s why you see that curve. Functionally you are OK, there should not be a leak. However now that you have seen this thing, you will always look at it. I suggest that you fill it up with some sort of black filler so it is not as pronounced.
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I don't see any leak (yet), and I did put a piece of electrical tape over it just to make sure. Probably will try to fill it with some sort or black RTV soon.
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After you put in the black RTV, you will forget the gap in no time.
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