[W126 Coupe] Status of 126 SE windows?

[Dick Spellman]

Try and get Sigla(sp?) which was MB OEM.  Second choice is PPG.  There 
is a glass mfg from Mexico that is no good.  The glass de-laminates in 
no time so, if some other brand is offered be sure it's not mfg. in 
Mexico.  Front glass replacement is straight forward.  I'd inspect the 
rivets and upper roof line for damage or rust and have the glass guys 
hold up if you see repairs are needed.  Having the work done where you 
garage the car or at your body shop is a plus in the event rust or a 
broken rivet is found.  I've done 1/2 dozen front glass replacements now 
on the 126 where in MA the road truly comes up to meet you and with 
uncanny frequency.  I'd watch the job as it's being done Richard that 
way you learn and you can manage any impatience displayed and any rough 
handling with any of the details.  Also a good time to renew if needed 
the rubber donuts that sit on the wiper spindles and the rubber seal 
that sits between the drain bezel and glass if you see rust bleeding 
through the rubber.  Both are removed as a part of the glass replacement 
process.  The metal area where the old butyl rubber or silicone sealant 
was placed should be clean as a whistle after they use the electric 
knife and remove the rest by hand.  This is followed by a brush on 
primer and then the new heated sealant is applied and the glass set in 
place on the two lower shelf like holders and pressed to the correct 
depth so the side reveals and upper roof chrome trim can be seated 
correctly.  It's a two man job to get that glass across the MB chassis.  
I'd interview the shop owner and make certain they have done Mercedes 
(the 126) and that an experienced lead technician is doing the job.  If 
not, hunt around.  The first shop I ever used was recommended by my 
Mercedes dealership and the shop was terrible.  This is why I offer the 
detail and suggest you do your homework and watch the job as well.

Rear glass is more of a challenge to install and you should definitely 
inspect for rust along the lower glass/trunk line and repair as needed.  
Where I've only done the coupe rear glass (and it installs from inside 
the car so protecting seats and package shelf is a must) I can tell you 
that there is a rolled clay sealant (something similar to DucSeal) that 
is applied in addition to the new rubber seal (order new seal from MB) 
is set in place with the glass and chrome trim.

Good luck,

Dick

Shayegan, Richard wrote:

>What are the status of the W126 front windsheild and rear glass? Still made by MB? If so, how much? If not, who makes the best ones? And how much?
>Thanks,
>Richard
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