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Old 03-02-2009, 09:53 PM
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Anyone else have LOUD wind noise coming from their windshields? Starts at around 45 mph and gets louder with increased speeds. Is this the cause of a OEM windshield or perhaps of an aftermarket replacement? I'm thinking about having it re-glued whenever it makes it's way to the body shop for "Re-Sexification"
Old 03-02-2009, 10:19 PM
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check and make sure its sealed properly. also check the side windows at speeds to see if the wind u are hearing could be coming from the tops of the side windows. those can be adjusted by the window bumpstops behind the door panel
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my car doesnt have the orig. windshield, and it doesnt make any weird noises
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I've got the the window brushes (bumpstops I assume) adjusted so as the window is pressed firmly against the weather stripping. You think I should try to loosen them up a bit? The glue around the edge of the windshield isn't a "clean" straight bead, that could be the problem.
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if the weatherstripping on the side windows is dry, having the windows firmly against it can sometimes cause squeaking. also, as u were saying, there isnt a clean, straight bead...ya that could be causing your problem with air coming in places where there is no sealer. u can try and see if u can feel air coming in or even see if you notice your windows fogging around the edges
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I'm pretty sure my weather stripping is still good. I don't notice any fogging either. I'll see if I can get my little brother to take a ride on the highway with me soon. I wonder if I should run it by the dealership or the glass shop. Eh, thanks nemess1, btw.
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no prob bro. run it by a glass shop and have them check the sealing
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There are more adjustment points for the side windows than just the two brushes on top...

Check this link for info on proper side window adjustment:
http://shbox.com/1/adj_window.html


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