Snugtop back window replacement with cheap tinted perspex

[@jamesreynolds8304]

Yep...my SnugtTop rear glass window did the same thing...woke-up this morning to find it completely shattered...+$600 to replace it from the dealer (what a scam for a piece of glass!); called SnugTop to see if they had my model in stock...was automatically placed on hold and no one ever picked-up, very frustrating...when I finally replace this shell I will not buy another SnugTop! I have all the tools you used, so its off to purchase my own 5mm piece of tinted plastic and follow your video. Thank you!!!

[@harlandvaught1177]

I just wanted to let you know I finally got one it matches my truck and I'm very pleased with it thank you for sharing your video hopefully we can see you do some camping with it I have not gotten started yet

[@VaatiReborn]

That's such an awesome job, I didn't know perspex was a thing. Also I really like the music.

[@JSBautomotive]

Awesome video. Thanks for the idea. Great music as well. The window looks really good

[@jonathanornelas9238]

Nice job man I will run today to home depot to see if I can get it there . Tha is for posting

[@davidrahbany]

Very cool contribution. Thanks. Going to do this myself now that I know how it's done.

[@oscarcrespo9365]

very creative Sr. thanks a lot for this excellent labor.

[@20twentycrew]

Great video, thanks for posting. Is your screen curved? My snug top screen has a very slight curve to it and wondering if polycarbonate would be better?

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Plexiglass correct? Not LExan? How has it held up a few years later??? I need to do this ASAP to my SNUGTOP

[@Gustomondo]

Yes, plexiglass. To be honest I really don't know what lexan is. To date it's still on the car now, and haven't had any trouble with it cracking, it does the job (and took the truck to rough mountain terrain).

[@halleffect1]

cool, i have a snugtop with broken window. was going to call them but won't bother now.

[@MrJunitojamz]

That looks easy to do!

[@20twentycrew]

Was the original panel flat? Or did it have a curve to it?

[@arynblack9231]

Great video! I promised the lady a trip to grizzly country next week and window just shattered. Glass is 6 weeks out so time to get to work on this. About how long did this process take you in sweat equity?

[@Gustomondo]

It took me about 4 hours if I can remember correctly. But I started blind, didn't really know what I was doing just winging it. Some things had to be done twice, some screws had to be changed around... That kind of stuff.

[@matthewvizzuso1414]

Where do you buy the Perspex

[@TylerDylan21]

Wow great job!!

[@vlad.bogdanov6024]

Very nice job, I appreciated you sharing this, I have a question can you send me a link where are you purchasing plexiglass. thank you!

[@Gustomondo]

I'm sorry mate, this has been done a while back and I can't remember the exact company. But depending where you are in the world, your best bet is Google, there are a lot of companies that sell plexiglass cut to size directly.

[@harlandvaught1177]

Hey have you put it on your truck yet I would really love to see you do some camping videos with it

[@AustinEmmel]

I've got the exact same problem, only mine was operator error while in reverse... smh. Where can i get that size of perspex like that one?? Looks great!!

[@Gustomondo]

Hi. I've got mine here in the UK online. There are a lot of sites that have it, perspex direct for example and many more. Depending where you live and how much would you want to spend on it.

[@daza7164]

Gonna have to try this

[@RCKnockout]

do u have a link to where u got the tinted glass, could only find regular at menards

[@Gustomondo]

Even with the link mate, I am in the UK. so google would be your best bet to find it.

[@Goggsy1]

Hey great clip !!! Just wandering if 4.5mm Tinted perspex would be possible ? Since I have an ARB canopy on the back of my D40 Navara Ute ..... ARB want $500 to replace it . I can acquire a sheet of Perspex that'd cover the area for $200 .... I thought I'd do it myself, & appreciate the film clip. Cheers, Steve

[@Gustomondo]

It will work for sure. Although I've paid almost 4 times less for that piece of perspex. Good luck mate!

[@trsbuilds3697]

Where did you buy the material?? Just shattered my glass this evening, need to find a fix ASAP as all my work tools stay locked in the bed of the truck

[@Gustomondo]

Just look online there are a lot of companies that sell perspex, all colours and sizes.

[@stevesalcido5135]

Good job, would have like to see door in operation on truck. Thanks for the video

[@Gustomondo]

I should have done that but forgot. I exported the truck, but one year later the window is still in place and working fine.

[@jordub]

My snugtop window exploded from the heat yesterday. Just wondering if you traced the cardboard from the inside, then added 1-2” around the perimeter would make a more precise piece?

[@Gustomondo]

I didn't trace from the inside, but that might be a good idea. I wasn't too bothered about the looks of it as I am using the truck on the mountains mainly. But it's watertight as the window closes on the rubber seal around it. I'm sure I could have done a better job if I would have been more patient...

[@gijug]

Awesome idea. Any chance you remember if you went for a dark or light tint?

[@Gustomondo]

Hi, it was rather dark as I don't usually use the back mirror of the truck just side ones. Cheers.

[@rileyreed4244]

Do you know what to do if the black piece that is on the bottom of the window is missing?

[@Gustomondo]

Sorry I really don't.

[@lufergupdown]

Just had mine shatter hitting a pothole! I was wondering what size Perspex you ordered?

[@Gustomondo]

You need it a bit larger than the size of the window, from what I remember it was 150cmx50cm.

[@miguelvalenzuela]

This must be a snugtop for a Chevy avalanche. Am I right?

[@Gustomondo]

This actually is a snugtop for a Nissan Navara.

[@ivanjamesjensen3057]

I wanna do this to my escalade lift gate glass

[@danielclark3635]

Where can I purchase a piece of plexiglass shown in this video in orange ca?

[@Gustomondo]

I really would not now, but best bet is online.

[@harlandvaught1177]

I need one for my Chevy Avalanche 2002 Z71 could you help me find one as well you're doing a awesome job in this video to yours

[@AustinRogers1]

My local glass company will install safety glass in my topper for about $150.00.

[@Gustomondo]

Which is awesome. But as hard as I tried, this was the best and cheapest option for me. I would have gladly paid $150 for it and save time and hassle

[@AustinRogers1]

@@Gustomondo I understand. How thick is the Perspex?

[@Gustomondo]

@@AustinRogers1 It's 5mm.

[@AustinRogers1]

@@Gustomondo Thanks

[@lloydgainey9710]

Would you sell your work? Pre-made and drilled back windows and side sails?

[@Gustomondo]

I'm really not that good, just made that for myself.

[@lloydgainey9710]

@@Gustomondo you have the template, trial-and-error, and knowledge to help some people out. I'd but it. Think about it

[@harlandvaught1177]

Are you near Wilmington North Carolina I would like to buy it

[@Gustomondo]

Just about 4000 miles away. :D

[@harlandvaught1177]

@@Gustomondo well the next time you coming this way please keep me in mind if you need my phone number I can give it to you as well also if you feel like getting rid of it my PO Box is at the top of my Channel send it there I'm still looking for one trying to go camping on the Beach when all of this crazy viruses pass-through lol no need to rush take your time

[@pbzeppr1]

What thickness perspex did you go with?

[@Gustomondo]

5mm

[@bigstep9276]

Look OEM

[@cory4152]

Hey would you give me a quote on fixing mine 😝

[@comanicicosmin6792]

Câtă pricepere!!!

[@Gustomondo]

Meeee.