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Old Aug 8, 2006 | 07:47 AM
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stress crack???

What is it about these stress cracks every one is talking about? what causes them? should i worry about the dealer fixing them? :impatient
 
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Old Aug 8, 2006 | 07:58 AM
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There are many threads that cover this topic, but the main thing is that you should not waste time if you have one -- get it evaluated by the dealer right away. (See also: "infamous ballpoint pen test")

I believe that true stress cracks aren't as big an issue as is the fact that the aerodynamics of our awesome cars are prone to promote rock chips at a rate that is a bit higher than in the "general population." I'm also under the impression that some of the aero kits accentuate this problem. I believe (and have been told by two separate dealers) that stock grilles tend to result in fewer windshield chips.
 
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Old Aug 8, 2006 | 09:15 AM
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Originally Posted by mini dude
What is it about these stress cracks every one is talking about? what causes them? should i worry about the dealer fixing them? :impatient
Aree you talking about the stress cracks in the windshield?
 
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