[s-cars] Rearview Mirror adhesive

[Lee Levitt]

Marc writes:
>
> Auto parts stores sell the proper adhesive for this task; just pick up
> a tube and follow the directions closely. You only need to hold it for
> about 15 seconds once it's ready to go up (don't have to press hard,
> just enough to keep it from slipping, one finger sort of thing). One
> word of caution, having done this recently on another car: be very
> careful about the rotational orientation when you get ready to set it
> down, because once it contacts, it's staying there -- a few degrees off
> can be annoying.

Yes, a few degrees off can be annoying :)

> As for Lee's experience, he must be built like a linebacker... But if
> his suggestion is valid at most auto-glass shops, it is the better
> choice.

Yep, I'm built like a linebacker...150 pounds dripping wet. The key to
breaking the window was to grab that misapplied little button with a vise
grip and rather than turn...

It's well worth a six pack for your local glass guy to have them put it on
right. I've watched my glass guy do a couple, and there's an art to it. It's
not difficult, but if you don't know what you're doing...

Lee
'95.5 S6 avant
'96 A6 quattro avant