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Has anyone replaced the rear window?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Taconator_, Dec 23, 2019.

  1. Dec 23, 2019 at 7:50 PM
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    Taconator_

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    So some jackass broke my rear window (driver side only) I found the entire rear panel on sale which ends up at $296 with shipping. Question is, can I install it my self?
     
  2. Dec 23, 2019 at 7:53 PM
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    Doubt it. Maybe if it was like a first gen back window. I think the 3rd gen is glued in
     
  3. Dec 23, 2019 at 7:56 PM
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    The second gens were a total pita. There are a few write ups around here on it. I am not sure about the 3rd gens, but would imagine its much the same. 2 people are needed
     
  4. Dec 23, 2019 at 7:57 PM
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    Make sure the second person is the wife
     
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    It’s glued in. I’d take it somewhere, but not safelite. They totally jacked up my truck when replacing mine.
     
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  6. Dec 23, 2019 at 7:59 PM
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    Second gens just had a seal that was a bitch to get seated properly.
     
  7. Dec 23, 2019 at 7:59 PM
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    fml, what’s the going price with installation?
     
  8. Dec 23, 2019 at 7:59 PM
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    Not to mention the endless threads on here about leaks back there. Knowing that history, I’d let someone who knows what they’re doing mess with it.
     
  9. Dec 23, 2019 at 8:01 PM
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    +/- $500
     
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    That's the 3rd brake light and some shark fins.
     
  11. Dec 23, 2019 at 8:02 PM
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    He's in California. Probably mark that up another 20 to 30 percent at least
     
  12. Dec 23, 2019 at 8:44 PM
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    dammit, I hate people. Almost looks like someone shot it with a pellet gun. 11D7E5CB-21AC-486B-9981-8552192EBDA0.jpg
     
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    That looks like exactly what happened. Or a sling shot.
     
  14. Dec 23, 2019 at 9:16 PM
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    I think they were aiming for my marlin crawler sticker :facepalm:
     
  15. Dec 23, 2019 at 9:19 PM
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    Just had a backglass replaced by Safelite for $560

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    The window glass is glued on. You need to replace the whole back window assembly. I sent you a PM for some questions.
     
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