Tools to Remove a Car Window
In most states, law enforcement officers will issue fix-it tickets if your car windshield is badly chipped or cracked. It will have to be re...
In most states, law enforcement officers will issue fix-it tickets if your car windshield is badly chipped or cracked. It will have to be removed and replaced. With restoration of older cars, such as the Ford Mustang, the only way to achieve a perfect paint job around the windows is to remove the glass. There are several tools on the market specifically for car window removal.
Windshield Knives
Windshield knives are used to remove glass that is held in place by adhesive. Work the windshield knife under the glass and draw it towards you to remove the car's windshield. These cutters come in different sizes and shapes, along with an assortment of blades.
Equalizer Stingray
The Equalizer Stingray is one of the many power tool versions of the windshield knife. The benefit of using a power tool is that you don't need to apply force to cut the window as you would with a conventional knife. Applying manual force often leads to injuries as the knife slips easily on the glass. The Equalizer Stingray allows for easy cutting and features suction cups to get an extra grip on the glass. A set of blades can be purchased with the power tool to cut at different angles.
Wire Kits
A cheaper alternative to a windshield knife is a wire kit which comes with a windshield wire and a pair of grips. The windshield wire is inserted into the middle of each grip and tightened with a screw. This way the wire is securely bound and able to resist strong tugging. The wire is then worked under the weatherstripping and all around the edge of the car's windshield. When the wire is in place, the grips are used to lift the windshield and remove it from the car.
Wire Starter
A wire starter is usually not supplied with a wire kit but can be separately purchased to assist you when using the kit. The wire starter consists of a hollow, stainless steel tube that will help you get the wire in the correct position to remove the glass.
Caulk Getter
A caulk getter has a blade which is sharpened on one end at both sides. Place the blade in the gasket and pull it towards you to clean glass and old sealant out of the gasket.
Windshield Removal Tool
A windshield removal tool is designed specifically for General Motors and Chrysler vehicles. This tool cuts the adhesive caulking compound around car windows with tempered steel blades.
Weatherstripping Remover
This simple tool quickly removes weatherstripping without damage to the window or the protective stripping.
