In a message dated 3/22/2010 12:47:49 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
mayapplecreations@GMAIL.COM writes:

need to  have my windshield replaced on my 84 westy, the local windshield
shop  referred by my insurance co. has found an aftermarket windshield by
PPG
(Pittsburg Plate Glass).   I've been told to be VERY careful  about
aftermarket windshields. Also they will be using an all black molding
rather
than the chrome trimmed original on her now,  Any comments on  replacement
welcome including tips so they don't "F" it up and will it  devalue my westy
(or leak)  if I don't use original VW stamped window  and/or original trim
OR
does anyone near Lexington Ky have one for  sale?  THANKS MUCH!!
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warning: most aftermarket windshields come w/ the blue tint strip at  the
top...depending on your height, this may be a problem.. OEM vw vanagon
windshields do not have this blue tint band at the top.