How to PROPERLY Replace a Rear Windshield (No Special Tools DIY)

[@sepplee5812]

Chris is the most laid back person ever. Every week one of his family cars brakes down, suspensions crack, exhausts fall off, cars gets hit by a rock, a tornado and lightning, crocodiles eat the tires, a gearbox explodes or aliens steal the wipers. Others would say he is cursed with so much bad car luck but not Chris, no no, he just takes it as it is and naturally makes a video of it.

[@chrisfix]

When life gives you lemons…. Basically my life story haha

[@techguy3424]

@@chrisfix “When life gives you lemons, don't make lemonade. Make life take the lemons back! Get mad! I don't want your damn lemons, what the hell am I supposed to do with these? Demand to see life's manager!" -Cave Johnson

[@richieyeah]

@@techguy3424 lol this only makes sence if you've played portal

[@tanmay______]

@@chrisfix speaking of lemons.. lemons car video when? :)

[@tarushdhawan]

If you can’t do anything, you have no right to speak about anyone if they are helping people and providing knowledge.

[@pnchr.]

this has to be one the best demonstrations of laminated vs tempered! Nice job!

[@chrisfix]

Thanks!

[@loayahmed9605]

@@chrisfix true ogs know where that video clip was from

[@amlaanjaiswal4473]

@@loayahmed9605 yeah

[@raymondhanna9769]

I agree

[@mohamedekbarieh2399]

@@loayahmed9605 absolutely and it's from a "how to fix a chipped or cracked windshield"

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

This was very satisfying to watch.

[@american_patriot1776]

Yes it was

[@goboymarri]

isn’t it always ?

[@bubbie3533]

Hey Randy!

[@sgt_zestiest_ballz]

Hey Randy!!!

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

@@sgt_zestiest_ballz hey

[@hitek49]

Best Windshield replacement video on the Internet. Very clear and precise instructions! THank you Chris.

[@Steambaland]

Rear windshield explode : - Normal people : "OH $hit this is going to cost ..." - ChrisFix : "Perfect ! I needed a new topic for a new video ! Thanks dad !"

[@chrisfix]

Couldn't say no to getting to replace it myself!

[@tmxdayan6498]

@@chrisfix bro I'm a big fan can u heart me

[@danielallen5181]

@@tmxdayan6498 it will come soon ChrisFixfan brother

[@johan6767]

I just changed my front windshield in shop, costed me 150 dollars total including new glass, work and tax. + 30 dollars for wipers which they conveniently only had the expensive brands. Note that it costs 150 dollars with my car insurance, without insurance it would be expensive :)

[@josephmartino7354]

@@johan6767 the insurance company might increase your premium next year. they get that money back by hook or by crook

[@xAREVSTAx]

I was gonna do this myself but from my research I thought it would be too difficult without specialist tools... Yet again you make it look easy with basic equipment. The world is a better place thanks to you. I can afford to fix my windscreen and still make rent. You're my hero! Thank you!

[@soldiers303]

I don't know where you are based, but why not get it replaced through insurance? In UK you pay £75 and it will replaced on day your specify.

[@xAREVSTAx]

@@soldiers303 Unfortunately my insurance didn't cover it. I am in the UK but I didnt add windscreen protection to my cover. To pay for a professional replacement would be +£500. You are of course right but I was lacking the foresight when purchasing insurance. Thanks for the tip tho'! Much appreciated!

[@michaelhawkins82]

@@soldiers303 I wish I was UK, here in Canada i'd have to first pay $500 deductible, then have the claim approved and once i've used that option to have it replaced ny insurance rates increase due to making that claim. It's not worth it, much better here and cheaper to do it yourself.

[@towboatjeff]

Chris has to be the best automotive KZbinr there is. Even with over 8 million subscribers he's still showing us how to do regular car repairs in our driveway with common hand tools. He hasn't went and switched to a gigantic shop with high tech equipment working on high dollar super cars. But I wouldn't be upset to see Chris get a small shop to be able to bring us more quality videos.

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot! Hopefully I can get my own house soon! (going on 4 years of looking now lol)

[@AndrewPovio]

@@chrisfix if you have 8 million subscribers on youtube and you still can’t find a house, then there’s literally no hope for me lol rip

[@contraband777]

@@AndrewPovio the house market is extremely high priced right now and it wouldnt be reasonable for him to get a house at this time

[@AndrewPovio]

@@contraband777 i know, i wasn’t talking sh*t or anything, just acknowledging his success (:

[@juzrhyme712]

@@chrisfix come live with me

[@Official-YouTuber]

Hi Chris, I don’t comment a lot but I must say all your videos are amazing. Always prepared, organized and always know what to do when repairing cars. All your videos has enabled me to learn new things about cars that I didn’t know of like repairs and project cars. At the same time, it has also allowed my family and friends to save some money because of your videos. All your videos are very useful and allows everyone to save some money because of your videos. Keep up the effort and I look forward to seeing more uploads.

[@chrisfix]

That’s awesome and I’m glad to hear it!

[@kaneyt0]

Man, I can't wait for Chris to reach 10 million subs. He deserves all of them. I don't think it will happen this year, but I'm sure he'll hit 10 million next year. Chris, if you're reading this, I love you and your amazing how-to videos. Keep the awesomeness coming!

[@AleyinMica]

Just a thing to mention for the Front Windshield. If you have a newer Car with front Cameras and sensors, you can replace the Windshield yourself, but you will have to go to a dealer to have the new windshield and camera/sensor setup alligned. Otherwise if those are not adjusted to each other, assistants like lane assist, etc. might not work correctly and send you off into a lane that does not exist (as an example). So maybe its better to even go to your car dealership in the first place to replace the front windows with so many assisting systems. If you have an older car without this kind of assisting systems, then go ahead and safe money :) Thanks Chris for this awesome video.

[@chrisfix]

Thanks for the tips and thanks a lot!

[@sjfk1306]

Save money? Full glass on a exotic is under 200 bucks a year.. My 2019 explorer, under $50…. My beater is about a $1.50 a month…. It costs more to DIY….

[@porgin8092]

@@sjfk1306 where do you live? Cheapest windshield replacement is $185 cad where I'm at

[@whitsend11]

@@porgin8092 I think he is talking about the cost of glass coverage on your insurance.

[@rustyc]

Some do not, such as newer Subaru. Dealerships try to tell customers they need calibrated after window replacement, but it is not true and mainly a cash grab.

[@vincestyles1030]

Don’t buy junk yard glass buy new glass it’s not much more money I’ve been doing this 20+ years. Great job

[@maxklein2305]

Did some installations of front and side windows with a 30-years-experienced glass installer, and everything you did was very good and same as he’d do, except the eurethane application part. It’s easier and recommended to apply it to the window rather than to the car. It’s easier because you can control it easier and apply it faster and better. Except this small thing, I mean it works both ways but it’s easier for you as you’re installing it

[@InsaneFlying]

Your channel is so helpful, you've covered so many issues that could happen to your car Soon you'll have covered everything!😂 Keep going man!

[@chrisfix]

There will always be something to fix! Thanks a lot!

[@shahvezkhan8598]

chris i wish more mechanics in the uk were like u, quality jobs always on point and shown in the most easy way possible!!

[@adamemac]

8:08 Thank you for getting that last little glass shard! It would've drove me crazy! No pun intended.. ok ok, maybe a little intended. Haha Great video as usual, Chris!! 👍

[@dan_youtube]

That's what I came here to say lol

[@ryang5441]

Chris, thank you. Perfect timing. This is going to save me about $400 and, more importantly, allow this to be done tomorrow instead of two weeks from now. Keep doing what you're doing man

[@louisarius9672]

I've never been interested in learning about cars aside from refueling the gas tank. But then, Chris has led me from pawning off my mum's old Perodua Kancil 2005 that I crashed back in 2018, to fixing it into tiptop shape. Now it not only looks new, but feels and performs like a new car. Of course, what with almost everything in the car having been touched up with all necessary repairs and replacements. Only the chassis, doors, engine, and gearbox remain old but with their very own new parts inside. Thanks a lot to you.

[@transam3041974]

What an amazing channel! So informative, and presented in such a way that technical terms are fully explained and understandable. I've learned so much from your videos, man, and am no longer intimidated by a lot of car repairs/maintenance jobs. God bless, and keep up the outstanding content!

[@mrjourney5940]

That tip with the lazor blade and masking tape is awesome! Seriously Chris, your channel is super interesting to watch and you learn soo much!

[@pruthviraj1528]

Chris you are just amazing, the amount of concentration and detailing that you put in to your work is just incredible. Keep going brother ✌️

[@James3Golden]

Two years later still watching 👀

[@thetrainmaster.100]

I don’t even have a car and I find you one the most entertaining youtubers

[@josecarrilloii4036]

From my knowledge, *golfball,* *baseball* or even *softball-sized hailstones* are also known for destroying car windshields. This is common in places in the United States alone that get hail, such as the *Great Plains (aka "Tornado Alley")* during the *spring and summer months* where *tornado season* is heating up, during which frequent *hailstorms* are the norm for citizens and *storm chasers* alike.

[@chrisfix]

Thanks for sharing!

[@josecarrilloii4036]

@@chrisfix *_¡De nada_** (You're welcome)!* I learned that from *National Geographic* as well as the *Discovery Channel* TV series *_Storm Chasers_** (2007-2012),* etc. Funny you didn't mention rock-hard *baseball-sized hailstones* in this video. According to the *National Weather Service,* any hailstorm with hailstones larger than *an inch (roughly 2.55 cm)* in diameter will trigger a *severe thunderstorm warning.* And *it's **_not_** just hail,* either! *Bullet holes* from *gunfire* -- in which someone packing a *gun* (i.e., a *pistol,* *rifle,* *shotgun* or *machine gun)* starts *sprying rounds at your vehicle's glass* (oftentimes *on full-auto,* as long as *_no one_** is inside* for safety reasons) -- is another commonly possible factor.

[@hollywood739]

Come to Texas and you’ll find out April may and June is our biggest season for hail and tornadoes

[@josecarrilloii4036]

@@hollywood739 You ain't far off, partner. It ain't just in Texas, either. From what I know, anywhere from as far south as Texas to as far north as *North Dakota* (is other words, a large swath of the Great Plains) is essentially *Tornado Alley* (March or April to August every year).

[@finnafishfl]

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[@B0B0_tr0n]

Great video. One important thing when replacing the front windscreen on newer cars: When the car has a light sensor, rain sensor and/or cameras in the windscreen they have to be calibrated after the replacement. Especially the camera calibration is something you most likely cannot do on your driveway. Also sometimes these sensors cannot be reused and have to be replaced. It is also pretty common to apply the urethane to the glass instead of the car. Makes applying quite a bit easier. And from my experience it felt like the triangle you made was too narrow at the bottom.

[@chrisfix]

Thanks for sharing!

[@gregorvich9763]

i have never had to replace a sensor? and also calibration isnt always needed not with rain sensors

[@Deraco1]

I was skeptical on the urethane on that it needs to stand up like that when applied but after thinking about it afterwards, makes complete sense! Great video as always Chris!

[@daboomer2277]

I'm 14 and you've inspired me to replace my mom's side window in her 2014 Honda Odyssey.

[@niekchusosman1778]

@ChrisFix do you have a video on replacing the front windscreen

[@marvenvelez538]

Who else remember the demonstration of tempered and laminated glass from another video. Chris u are resourceful as ever

[@hhhhhhhhhhhhhhnnnngh]

I work for an autoglass company. Maybe THE autoglass company, if you know the jingle. ;) and i gotta say for a DIY job, this is how the pros do it too. Save for a couple industry specifics. Its satisfying to see a content creator give out proper and safe information. That little window tool is called a cold knife FYI ;)

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot!

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Done like a pro! nice

[@junior8403]

he not a pro he did good for an amateur

[@claireyoung2334]

Now I just wait for someone to break their rear windshield 😭 why am I excited with this new information. I love this channel

[@أبومنصورالمنتصر-ل3ع]

رائع جداً أخي كنت أنتظر هذا من زمن طويل

[@williambjune9004]

I am 13 years old and want to work on cars i watch you're videos because it isn't stress to watch you're videos just chill and I learn things. Today i still hold my dad's flashlight while he fix his cars

[@45Juno]

Chris never fails to entertain me at 5 am 😂 sometimes I can't sleep because I have lots of lucid nightmares and after I can't sleep till 10 am (mostly) Chris takes alot of time to make his videos. It just helps me calm down after the nightmares I have been watching Chris for about a year but I didn't have a account at the time.. He's a very good automotive channel probably the best!!! I love ur videos Chris

[@aidancraig1903]

The hardest working and best automotive information channel on the internet. I always leave your videos feeling confident and informed. Keep it up👍👍

[@MalcolmWatsombe]

love the attention to detail and patience when explaining thank you ChrisFix

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot!

[@MalcolmWatsombe]

@@chrisfix Chris I really love your hammer I hope to see it in your next video.

[@aidenjoel6147]

Epic as always.

[@chrisfix]

Thanks!

[@aidenjoel6147]

@@chrisfix Np! You always inspire me to fix old cars. Thank you so much. Love ya!

[@Flowerchild778]

There aren't many (any) content creators that I watch and don't mind ad interruptions except for this channel. The content is too good NOT to watch👍👍👍👍

[@dafferdonk]

I just passed my German presentation it counts for my exam:)

[@chrisfix]

Congrats!

[@dafferdonk]

@@chrisfix thanks!

[@malora4098]

It's the most professional video that I watch in KZbin. Thanks for all tips !

[@t.f.3305]

Fell asleep to to KZbin IN THE BACKGROUND.dreaming about home remodeling downstairs neighbor, and glass that won't break..... Thanks CHRIS!!!!

[@atcpadi1]

Anybody else notice how pristine the inside of that Milan was? Damn, Chris... Flexing even without flexing. I'm so glad you're still doing these videos, years later and with lots of success. Keep up the great work!

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot man! I try to take care of my cars.

[@Fetlet]

who would have known chris could hammer at super human speeds. what a great entertainer he is

[@5Ci0N]

3:27 Surveillance footage shows a person wearing a rally helmet running away from the scene

[@herfisis101]

For my apprenticeship in Automotive Mechanics, they asked why I knew how to fully change an entire radiator already. I showed them your channel. Now they have a poster that says "Confused or don't know what your doing? Put down that manual book and look at this KZbin channel" With a big ol image of your channel 😂 Thank you!

[@herfisis101]

Also might I add that you saved us a ton of money and time not needing to use fancy tools and stuff. Now we are working much more efficiently because almost everything can be done by hand with ease and takes like 30mins roughly to fix most things. This is with the advantage that we stock up on a lot of parts in a storage building right next door If you are waiting for a few days it's probably because they don't have the parts they need

[@suzanneadamson1306]

Fabulous. Getting replacement tomorrow. Gonna watch them like a hawk now that I know what to look for!

[@sunjunme]

I don't have a car, but I watch your videos. Love 'em. Keep it up!

[@Dakshohri]

i dont even have a car but i love watching these videos.

[@JacobParkYusuk]

Chris is one guy I'd want in my group in an end of the world scenario...

[@monsterislandstar4921]

Thanks Chris! Just what I needed. And I knew the info was gonna be propper 'cause thats how you do!

[@matheusspable]

I don't even own a car. Amazing job Chris!

[@parezfaiz1826]

Great video and very helpful! I just followed your steps and replaced my rear windshield! Great work Chris 👍👍

[@nov4rus579]

This is super convenient timing my brother is planning on buying a car that one of the few flaws are a broken windshield and ChrisFix out here predicting the future 2 months ahead without us even knowing we would get it

[@katharinealtman4396]

Chris, thank you soooo much. You have given me confidence to replace this myself and save $200-$500. 👍❤️ Excellent descriptions and explanations of why and how. Great Job. Have any 2005 Saturn Ion Coupe repairs?

[@HourIyJoker]

for connecting the bead when you get back to the starter point I like how you've used a piece of thin wood but an easier way is to put saliva on your fingers and push it together it stops it from sticking to whatever material you use, and with the original connector holes at the top just try to push the urethane to make a nice seal with the holes and to make it easier to replace in future but great video man much love from Australia

[@chrisfix]

Thanks for the tip!

[@2loco]

This young fella is amazing. Thank you for all that you do.💙

[@RelaxingVibes202]

The best windshield replacement video by far on KZbin 👌

[@atillaozturk7075]

I wasnt searching for this video. But I enjoyed watching it👍👍

[@ptp79]

Always the best tutorial. Best Video quality, best audio and detail.

[@AdrianJayeOnline]

that tool is totally cool ! much better than a manual trim tool

[@MahBor]

I don't even own a car but i love watching these videos haha

[@chrisfix]

I'm glad you still love watching the videos!

[@markwelch1125]

Chris voice and personality sounds like the car stereo dude on whatever car stereo dudes name is but he's got a similar way to explaining the situation 👍

[@georgearmaos9811]

Drinking game: Take a shot every time Chris says the word: "Urethane". Cheers!

[@RFARP]

OMFG so frickin satisfying!!!! Good job Chris Fix

[@albertorojas472]

I heard "New York thing" everytime he said "New urethane" 😂😂 Nice video Chris!

[@ahsanulazad3771]

Hi Chris... Will you please do a video on front windshield replacement? It usually has quite a few gadgets attached to it. Should be a bit more difficult for DIY.

[@chrisfix]

If I have to replace a front windshield I can make a video on it, thanks for the idea!

[@BelschatsarBonzil]

Stellar presentation, brother. Well done.

[@williecooper1116]

Nice...... But also in the cold when removing the busted window you can make a starting point and pull the old seal from the punch weld by pulling it off with what's left of the broken glass without scratching the paint, go slowly though. Buuut now I know i need primer and thank you! 😂

[@hidden_killz5102]

I can imagine Chris calling a glass repair shop and greeting them as “HEY GUY Chris fix here, and I want to replace my glass with common hand tools.”

[@landonbone5890]

Love you Chris fix keep doing what you’re doin

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot!

[@DonaldLing-we7eh]

D glass was satisfying

[@whensenati7299]

You are soo good with car man i like your work.. i know it's so hard with making video of it ... You do vary good man i am following you when you have 10k sub and your my love man.. i never see any KZbinr like you ...❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@cieges_garage3368]

Milan Gang! Best domestic car ever built.

[@waylonpearson8387]

Who tf has a action cam suction cup? 😂 love the vids bro keep it up

[@heavymetal4666]

Hey Chris, I think you are outstanding and I have learned much. I just have a request. Due to the fact that I have only owned Mercedes in the past 20 years. Could you demonstrate how to fix a critical component on a Benz? Thanks!

[@OS-qh7ww]

Hey Chris, Thansk for all of your RAD vids! I didnt know how to work on cars, but after watching your videos, I've been able to do some repairs on my cars. Do you have any windshield seal leaky videos?

[@lock4good94]

I don’t even own a car and I like watching these videos.

[@Jd-gy7kk]

his dad: **breaks the glass** him: "thanks for the content"

[@MXALOVE]

Random Person: Breaks into Chris' car Chris Fix: ... Chris Fix: Chris Fix: *Hey Guys!-*

[@DouuubleV]

28:42 you can rub tiny amount of alcohol on rubber glove to make both bead stick and wont stick to your glove

[@EitsBe]

Could you make a video of windscreen polishing please?

[@kareembaidas1727]

Like the idea Chris fix

[@lvcki.3rdd]

Tbh i just watch ChrisFix for fun. I find it entertaining, even though it’s supposed to be informational. Most likely will never use this info tho lmao

[@NavenPheng]

Me waiting for best Christmas gift ideas anyway now

[@mikolaspesek]

8:00 Tuco Salamanca when Walt brings the new blue stuff

[@briardan9226]

I never thought of this being a DIY project since car insurance covers it and it's repaired wherever the car is. In this case the Fix family driveway. ~ I know their name isn't Fix :).

[@Gamer00PS3]

Thank you for the tape tip 👌🏼

[@JonTheGeek]

3:22 The glass falling out of the window when he slams the trunk got me for some reason.

[@JrSpitty]

Probably one of the coolest videos just because nobody wants to do this. But I will say its not very cost effective not even factoring in time for a windshield replacement. I had a front windshield replaced a few years ago for about $150. The cost of the glass alone was a majority of that. Even at the dealership level we don't replace windshields, we call in a company to do it for us. It isn't very cost effective because most of the profit is made on margins not the labor for install.

[@landonwebb8380]

Hey have you ever considered a drag build for the channel

[@TiffanyGill-j4q]

Hey Chris fix can you please show us what's inside your garage

[@joshuacooch4789]

Hi Chris are you sure that it might of been thermal shock on a very cold day love your videos

[@MyThazy]

I secretly think ChrisFix needed to make a video, so he blew out his dads back window. "Hey Dad!"

[@Jason-iz6ob]

I busted the back windshield out of my truck with a canoe. Didn’t notice it had slipped up off the bed and was touching the glass when I started tightening down the ratchet strap. That was 15 years ago. I still found some broken glass under the backseat 2 weeks ago. You’ll never get all of it.

[@Lilmiket1000]

Damn I know professionals who been doing this for years as their jobs who dont know the tips and tricks you have! wow

[@amird7949]

Vents in the car are clogged ...lol that's hilarious 😂

[@johnhenderson6407]

Very very useful video

[@alinisar5358]

I can not stop Loving you 💖

[@phylaxinator7040]

Chrisfix be like: lets make a built in house engine and a homemade hypercar from junk with common hand tools

[@nelsondejesus5123]

Hey Chris FYI the window in front is called a "windshield " because that is what it does, but a rear window isn't called a windshield. You are very good at the fixing stuff but you gotta get the lingo right.