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?

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

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.

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Bill Browne
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"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?

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

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

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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Thanks
Roger Haar

Roger Haar wrote:

Hi,

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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


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