Raven R code 281 Report post Posted November 24, 2016 My new carlite windshield came with a 1970 mount preinstalled. What is the best way to remove without scratching? Gobble gobble! 3 WilliamFug, Gansalbut and Zefevinee reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rchappelear 28 Report post Posted November 25, 2016 channel locks on the mount and a plumbers soldering torch heat up the metal mount on low heat while applying a little pulling away pressure with the channel locks ( dont want to get too hot may thermal shock the windshield and blow up) once the the glue warms up it will pop off with ease. any additional clean up with a razor blade on flat with some soap water Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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Raven R code 281 Report post Posted November 26, 2016 Great info from all....(.except the dumbass spammer ) Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
barnett468 418 Report post Posted November 26, 2016 You can also simply hit it with a big hammer . They come right off . Carefully remove glue with a razor blade at a shallow angle and don't cut your fingers. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969_Mach1 333 Report post Posted November 26, 2016 It's a new windshield so I'd leave it as is and install a mirror that fit it. As my luck goes sometimes, the windshield would crack trying to remove the bracket. Using heat might cause a crack do to thermal shock. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
larryc94 38 Report post Posted November 26, 2016 I would be careful if it's not installed and on body stand. There more likely to crack when not supported Larry 1 Raven R code reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mustangstofear 608 Report post Posted November 27, 2016 I've removed the brackets for the last 45 years with a torch and a pair of pliers, never broke one yet :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raven R code 281 Report post Posted November 27, 2016 I've removed the brackets for the last 45 years with a torch and a pair of pliers, never broke one yet :) Ok......a bit of a confidence booster. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites