shadow Posted March 7, 2008 Report Posted March 7, 2008 My windshield has a crack? DO I need to order a HID specific windshield for the TGP or will they use any windshield for that car? Quote
Dark Ride Posted March 7, 2008 Report Posted March 7, 2008 my understanding is that it requires a HUD Specific Windshield, otherwise the HUD wont show up as well. Quote
Bake82 Posted March 7, 2008 Report Posted March 7, 2008 There is minimal difference in most windshields. MANY people have added HUD to cars that did not come factory with HUD. People have mentioned it is a little more clear with the HUD windshield, but it is not necessary. For the price difference, I'd be going with just the normal windshield! Quote
ManicMechanic Posted March 7, 2008 Report Posted March 7, 2008 I have 2 1994 Cutlass Supremes...One car originally had HUD and the other did not. The HUD display on the non-HUD windshield is actually CLEARER than the HUD display on the car with the HUD windshield. It was slightly angled on the car with the HUD windshield making it harder to read. Interchange no.: 270-5155b CUTLASS 89 w/head-up instrument display opt UV6 CUTLASS 90-96 2 Dr, w/head-up instrument display opt UV6 CUTLASS 97 Supreme, 2 Dr, w/head-up instrument display opt UV6 GRAND PRIX 89 w/head-up instrument display opt UV6 GRAND PRIX 90-96 2 Dr, w/head-up instrument display opt UV6 |B| fits |A|; difference is head-up instrument control. |C| fits |A|, |C| has solar glass. (1996 Regal had solar glass) Quote
Psych0matt Posted March 7, 2008 Report Posted March 7, 2008 I added one to my cutlass, I can see it way more than fine, I almost never have it up more than 3/4, unless it's the middle of the day and really bright out Quote
RareGMFan Posted March 7, 2008 Report Posted March 7, 2008 I'd have to agree with others. I've installed HUD on a few '94 - '96 GPs that didn't come with it, and you can still see it fine. It's a bit harder to read in the daylight if you don't use a HUD windshield, but otherwise, not a big deal at all. Quote
BXX Posted March 7, 2008 Report Posted March 7, 2008 Yup, I recently added it to my 96 CS and the image is bright and clear. Even in the bright daylight sun Quote
Crazy K Posted March 7, 2008 Report Posted March 7, 2008 yep. the info above is correct. also specifically from the FSM manual, it says HUD windshields are regular windshields that were checked for optical clarity. so a non HUD approved window may still be fine. HOWEVER... if given the choice, I would get a PPG OEM windsheild, as I think they are better optically than the aftermarket. the 94 sedan and 92 vert have newer after market windshields, and I think they are poorer quality than the PPG glass. Quote
AWeb80 Posted March 15, 2008 Report Posted March 15, 2008 I'd have to agree with others. I've installed HUD on a few '94 - '96 GPs that didn't come with it, and you can still see it fine. It's a bit harder to read in the daylight if you don't use a HUD windshield, but otherwise, not a big deal at all. yep...then I tined my windshield and it shows up perfectly..lol Quote
93CutlassSupreme Posted March 15, 2008 Report Posted March 15, 2008 I'd have to agree with others. I've installed HUD on a few '94 - '96 GPs that didn't come with it, and you can still see it fine. It's a bit harder to read in the daylight if you don't use a HUD windshield, but otherwise, not a big deal at all. yep...then I tined my windshield and it shows up perfectly..lol Why would you tint a windshield? I hear sunglasses work well. Quote
AWeb80 Posted March 15, 2008 Report Posted March 15, 2008 looks better....and harder for people to see inside....35% on the windshield and 20% all around...my stereo and such. Keeps the car REALLY cool in the summer... I can cruise w/ the ac on low in 100* temps....and it is more than enough. Quote
93CutlassSupreme Posted March 15, 2008 Report Posted March 15, 2008 looks better....and harder for people to see inside....35% on the windshield and 20% all around...my stereo and such. Keeps the car REALLY cool in the summer... I can cruise w/ the ac on low in 100* temps....and it is more than enough. I'm sure it does look nice, but I wouldn't tint a windshield for obvious safety reasons. Plus, miniquads aren't exactly the brightest headlights on the road. Quote
AWeb80 Posted March 15, 2008 Report Posted March 15, 2008 It seriously isn't as big of a deal as people think....I can see fine ..and the silverstars I have easily negate any darkening effects of the tint Quote
93CutlassSupreme Posted March 15, 2008 Report Posted March 15, 2008 It seriously isn't as big of a deal as people think....I can see fine ..and the silverstars I have easily negate any darkening effects of the tint Whatever floats your boat. Quote
shadow Posted March 16, 2008 Author Report Posted March 16, 2008 Well I am gonna find a windshield replace place on Monday. Anyone know if the windshield for our cars are rare or expensive? Under $200? thx Chris Quote
AWeb80 Posted March 16, 2008 Report Posted March 16, 2008 I got a newone put in the GP 3 yrs ago for $130 installed. Quote
Crazy K Posted March 16, 2008 Report Posted March 16, 2008 Well I am gonna find a windshield replace place on Monday. Anyone know if the windshield for our cars are rare or expensive? Under $200? thx Chris glass master did a non-hud windshield in the 94 CS for about $160 installed. but that was a cheap windsheild. a used one is about $50, and if you know how to install... about $15 in materials and 30 minutes of labor. Quote
shadow Posted March 16, 2008 Author Report Posted March 16, 2008 I was just quoted $390 installed for a hud windshield installed at my home tomorrow. I am just gonna bite the bullet and have the HUD one installed. Quote
BXX Posted March 16, 2008 Report Posted March 16, 2008 I was just quoted $390 installed for a hud windshield installed at my home tomorrow. I am just gonna bite the bullet and have the HUD one installed. WHY????????????? Quote
shadow Posted March 16, 2008 Author Report Posted March 16, 2008 I was just quoted $390 installed for a hud windshield installed at my home tomorrow. I am just gonna bite the bullet and have the HUD one installed. WHY????????????? Yeah I know but I know nothing about this stuff and just moved to the area so I don't have many choices around here. Lifetime replacement on the windshield even if it gets hit by stones on the road etc. Quote
ManicMechanic Posted March 16, 2008 Report Posted March 16, 2008 Where are you located, Shadow? Quote
shadow Posted March 16, 2008 Author Report Posted March 16, 2008 Where are you located, Shadow? I am in Middletown Delaware. Quote
ManicMechanic Posted March 16, 2008 Report Posted March 16, 2008 Way too far........Unfortunately.....I'm in Texas and I'd GIVE you a HUD windshield... Quote
shadow Posted March 16, 2008 Author Report Posted March 16, 2008 Way too far........Unfortunately.....I'm in Texas and I'd GIVE you a HUD windshield... Thanks for the offer. Figures my luck being so far. Quote
93CutlassSupreme Posted March 16, 2008 Report Posted March 16, 2008 Haven't we established that a HUD-specific windshield isn't necessary? Quote
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