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Etching number onto vehicle glass
you can get an engraving tool at most hardware stores for about 12$ or less.
That's all they are meant to do (as opposed to a dremel) It might be helpful to stop by a frame shop and ask for some scrap glass to experiment on. m "Ralf G. Toennies" wrote in message om... I would like to etch the VIN # on both of the front door windows of my new car. My insurance company will allow a discount if I do this. What would be the best method? If I use a stencil and etching cream, how would I protect the finsh of the car's door? I had thought I would be able to use a high speed grinder (like a Dremel Tool) but have been warned that it may cause the glass to break. Is this a valid concern? Would it be easier than using the etching process? |
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I believe that an auto glass company can do this for you. Get out your
yellow pages and make some calls. I'm not sure how this is going to help reduce auto theft -- all they have to do is replace the windows - and side front windows are usually 'taken out' with one good blow with a hammer. Mike |
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Michelle:
While I have no direct experience trying this, note that car windows (except the windsheild) are tempered glass and may break under an engraver. The windsheild is safety glass, which is two thin sheets of (tempered, I think) glass with a sheet of plastic between. I'm afraid the engraver might also break it. -- Bill Browne Excalibur http://excalibur-dbf.com Medical Claims, Taft-Hartley Fund, & Pension Administration Software "Michele Blank" wrote in message ... you can get an engraving tool at most hardware stores for about 12$ or less. That's all they are meant to do (as opposed to a dremel) It might be helpful to stop by a frame shop and ask for some scrap glass to experiment on. m "Ralf G. Toennies" wrote in message om... I would like to etch the VIN # on both of the front door windows of my new car. My insurance company will allow a discount if I do this. What would be the best method? If I use a stencil and etching cream, how would I protect the finsh of the car's door? I had thought I would be able to use a high speed grinder (like a Dremel Tool) but have been warned that it may cause the glass to break. Is this a valid concern? Would it be easier than using the etching process? |
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Car thefts are on the rise today due to the fact that VIN numbers are in
sight on the windshield. So is it a good idea to etch it where seen? Just a thought. Barb |
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In article et, tinkerbell wrote:
Car thefts are on the rise today due to the fact that VIN numbers are in sight on the windshield. So is it a good idea to etch it where seen? Just a thought. Barb How would the VIN being in sight make a vehicle more attractive to steal? Mike |
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tinkerbell wrote:
Car thefts are on the rise today due to the fact that VIN numbers are in sight on the windshield. So is it a good idea to etch it where seen? Just a thought. Barb Car thefts are on the rise because thieves are on the rise. -- Jack |
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Hi, Here is a product for $20 + $5 S&H Thanks Roger Haar |
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Roger Haar wrote:
Hi, Here is a product for $20 + $5 S&H Thanks Roger Haar It's not so bad that I don't get to see the product, but where do I send the money? -- Jack http://photos.yahoo.com/bc/xmissionbobo/ |
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