Roadtrek side window replacement?

[Seniorflyer]

Have a 2011 Roadtrek 210P with a shattered top half of the rear side window. Can anyone tell me where I might find replacement glass?

[Jloeber]

We also have a 2011 Roadtrek that needs a side window repair. Has anyone found a source for this? Thanks!

[phantomjock]

Do either of you know; When, or How, these windows shattered?

1. Internal - Self-induced, eg. something from inside the van
2. External - Rock flying, or other object while driving
3. External - Tree limb, storm damage, etc..
4. External - Vandalism
5. External - Temperature differential
6. Other

Just looking for an "ounce of prevention."

CHeers - Jim

[Jloeber]

In our case we think it was a stray golf ball! Not sure if there is anything to do to prevent that.

[hbn7hj]

This is what I think I know.

The original CR Lawrence windows, due to proprietary agreement, can only be bought through Roadtrek. Roadtrek isn’t selling.

Do a search of van windows. CR Lawrence is still in business and has a list of windows it sells. Other companies sell comparable windows.

Get your cutout dimensions and try to match them up with a standard product from any of the van window companies. Hope you find one. I haven’t had to go through the exercise yet. It is still in my furture.

[Jloeber]

Thanks! That is what we have been doing. So far we haven’t had much luck. The windows available don’t fit the opening - either too small or too large. We have been asked if we would consider cutting a larger hole. We really don’t want to do that. We’ll keep looking. Thanks again for your suggestion.

[hbn7hj]

Try a Pleasure Way window. Hopefully you have a dealer nearby.

The minor problem is they sell parts through a VIN number. You don’t have a Pleasureway VIN number so their system collapses. If you can find a Pleasureway with a similar sized window get the VIN number and with the dealer’s help order a replacement.

My memory says the window sizes are very close. I was headed that way years ago but didn’t complete the quest.

[Jloeber]

Great idea! Thanks - we will try that!

[hbn7hj]

I remember it being a perfect match with the Chevy Pleasureways.

You won’t be listed as the owner of that VIN number so their system will have a hissy fit but if the dealer will work with you, you can make it happen.

[jjrbus]

Window was replaced with plastic before I bought. I have been looking for glass for long time and have had no success. Replacement is a cheap plexiglass and looks bad so replacing is in the bucket list. 02 Roadtrek 200

[Jloeber]

I am working a few leads. I’ll post if I’m successful in getting it replaced.

[KurtFranz]

Just curious, with the plastic replacement were you able to open and close the window? I would think that would be a decent fix. Maybe a better plastic replacement could work for you? Just a thought.

[phantomjock]

Originally Posted by jjrbus

Window was replaced with plastic before I bought. I have been looking for glass for long time and have had no success. Replacement is a cheap plexiglass and looks bad so replacing is in the bucket list. 02 Roadtrek 200

Plexiglass is a comon term (like Xerox/Kleenex). If you can't find the glass replacement, Lexan (another common term for a more durable polycarbonate) is available with a UV coating to enhance weathering. Also available smoked, it is "virtually" indestructable" - so less worry for that errant golf ball!

There are shops online to custom cut, or perhaps a "traditional" sign shop could accomodate.

Cheers - Jim

[Bud]

I cut smoked plexiglass for my 05/04 Roadtrek 190P. Worked well.

[jjrbus]

There appears to be more to it than going to Home Depot, buying a piece of plexi and cutting it. I have not investigated but need a UV protected plastic or you get what I have, kinda junky looking.

[Bud]

Originally Posted by jjrbus

There appears to be more to it than going to Home Depot, buying a piece of plexi and cutting it. I have not investigated but need a UV protected plastic or you get what I have, kinda junky looking.

This is what I purchased along with a scoring tool:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[KurtFranz]

I have seen plastic replacements that were indistinguishable from glass until very close examination, and even then it looked good. Probably material like Bud used

[hbn7hj]

Originally Posted by hbn7hj

Try a Pleasure Way window. Hopefully you have a dealer nearby.

The minor problem is they sell parts through a VIN number. You don’t have a Pleasureway VIN number so their system collapses. If you can find a Pleasureway with a similar sized window get the VIN number and with the dealer’s help order a replacement.

My memory says the window sizes are very close. I was headed that way years ago but didn’t complete the quest.

A Pleasure way side window on a Ford E-350 Van is 33 1/2 inches wide by 24 inches tall. I don’t have access to my Roadtrek 190P to compare.

Anyone want to measure and compare?

[Floorman]

OS dimensions on my 02C190P rear side window is 34" wide x 23 5/8" high

[hbn7hj]

Originally Posted by Floorman

OS dimensions on my 02C190P rear side window is 34" wide x 23 5/8" high

Close enough. Replace a broken Roadtrek window with a pleasure way window.