Fastback Quarter Windows (Page 2/2)
T Top 88 APR 05, 09:47 PM

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Originally posted by Curtisk1060:

I wish the Fiero store premium windows would just lighten them up a bit "JUST LIKE THE ORIGINALS" and everyone would be happy, can't understand why they are darker, it makes no sense but I don't know why and/or the manufacturing process used. It is not easy to see the GT logo which is important to me. One would think the original design engineers would get this correct. I have used the Chris Cook clear and dark ones on my two Fiero GT's and they fit just fine.



Totally agree, No disrespect at all to The Fiero Store though, they're great people who help the Fiero community and make great parts lots of us couldn't. From what I've heard, the original color was a lot more expensive to produce than the darker shade of green. It would be neat to see them in a clear color though, and then people could tint the backside with some sort of tinting film etc if they wanted. I'd buy a clear set if they decided to make 'em!
V8Steve APR 06, 01:26 PM
Keep in mind that many of us have had excellent results with Chris Cook windows.

1) I think they are just as good as FS and speak from experience
2) They are less expensive
3) You can buy replacements, one at a time, driver or passenger side from Chris. Try that with the FS.
4) The two-sided adhesive from Chris is known for grip that is superior to FS. I installed my FS with the greatest attention to their instructions. A month later, one of them blew off at 50 MPH. One might argue I didn't install them correctly, etc. Maybe so but I have the CC windows on for over a year with zero issues and they actually fit better than FS.

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T Top 88 APR 06, 01:36 PM

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Originally posted by V8Steve:

Keep in mind that many of us have had excellent results with Chris Cook windows.

1) I think they are just as good as FS and speak from experience
2) They are less expensive
3) You can buy replacements, one at a time, driver or passenger side from Chris. Try that with the FS.
4) The two-sided adhesive from Chris is known for grip that is superior to FS. I installed my FS with the greatest attention to their instructions. A month later, one of them blew off at 50 MPH. One might argue I didn't install them correctly, etc. Maybe so but I have the CC windows on for over a year with zero issues and they actually fit better than FS.




For sure! They look great on eBay, but was curious as to what people thought of them who have had them, his set that has the slight green tint looks really close to original too. How's the curvature on them? I've heard they're right and also heard they don't have the right curve, most concerned about the front edge, but also the rest of the window as well. Overall they're a great price too, so I'd have to get a set of them if they're correct!
Skybax APR 06, 07:58 PM

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Originally posted by V8Steve:

Here's my experience with FS vs Chris Cook GT windows:

Chris Cook vs FS Windows




Good to know!
fierosound JUL 03, 01:19 PM

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Originally posted by Dennis LaGrua:

My experience with Chris Cooks quarter windows left much top be desired. When they fit right they look excellent but having used two pairs one pair fit great while the other fit was lousy, a good 1/4" short at the top. Chris would not make good on the defective product so he gets a low rating as a vendor.




Well now I need to replace my GTs quarter windows again and am in a quandry.
I'd like grey tinted ones, but the better fitting Fiero Store Premium windows are only available in green.
And after all these years, it seems Chris Cook's windows haven't gotten much better.

I installed a set of Chris Cook's quarter windows in 2014.
Here's my post from back then...


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Date 4-15-2014
It seems to be quite a variance in quality. Some have sets that fit perfectly, others have problems.

I had a set where the driver's set was too long to fit the car properly.
Here's a picture when set back-to-back (front edges sitting even).
Chris had me return them and sent me a second set with no arguments.



Anyway, the second set fit reasonably well, but I installed the driver's side crooked.
When I took it off to reposition it, I took the backing off. Arghhh!!!
So I'm going to have to replace them again at some time.

You must install these with 3M tape - just like the factory windows were installed.
The back of the panels is silk-screened on with Nazdar silk-screen INK. It is Nazdar all purpose #9724 ink (info from Chris).
That's why it is fragile, easily scratched, rubs off with a chemical cleaner (eg: acetone) and reacts to tube type adhesives.




Plus the costs...

$220 + $40 shipping (presumably USPS PARCEL) for Chris Cook's windows on eBay (not so bad)

Then this for the same windows from Fiero Store (using the "fancy" USPS shipping terms/rates) .
I think USPS is not offering Fiero Store the best rates available to it's customers.

RockAuto somehow manages to ship Cheap and FAST even on large heavy items (eg: A/C compressor or condenser)



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Vintage-Nut JUL 03, 07:51 PM
Side-to-Side 2018 Photos of GM Quarter Window vs The Fiero Store Premium Quarter Window
https://drive.google.com/dr...mbPXyMFeu-O_TmU-Gr9d
Mickey_Moose JUL 06, 02:33 PM

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Originally posted by Curtisk1060:

I wish the Fiero store premium windows would just lighten them up a bit "JUST LIKE THE ORIGINALS" and everyone would be happy, can't understand why they are darker, it makes no sense but I don't know why and/or the manufacturing process used. It is not easy to see the GT logo which is important to me. One would think the original design engineers would get this correct. I have used the Chris Cook clear and dark ones on my two Fiero GT's and they fit just fine.



This was discussed when they first released the windows - the green that they used was a standard color vs the Fiero original green would have meant that they would to have had custom panels made up and they would to have had to order a substantial quantity of the panels (far more than was feasible) .

I do wish that the Fiero Store also sold the premium windows in clear as well.

BITD I did buy some Fiero Warehouse windows and was over all pretty happy with the quality (would have been nice if the edges were flame polished), but they did fit well. Too bad they no longer exist.
Patrick JUL 06, 02:43 PM

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Originally posted by fierosound:

RockAuto somehow manages to ship Cheap and FAST even on large heavy items (eg: A/C compressor or condenser)



Yeah, it's pretty annoying how ridiculous the shipping fees to Canada are from a lot of US vendors.

RockAuto used to be terrible, but they really turned their act around, and now they're among the best.
Mickey_Moose JUL 06, 03:08 PM
...you want to talk about being hosed on shipping?

While technically this is shipping from Canada to the US, but here it is:

There are times at work I have to ship items (bubblers) that have to be classified as dangerous goods to the US to be cleaned and refilled. Now here is the kicker, due to internal policies I have to use a shipping company that does this. The most recent quote as of 2 days ago is over $3000 for a small 150ml bubbler (stainless steel cylinder) - yet once the company that does the refilling sends it back, they only charge me (USD mind you) $150-500 for the return shipping.

It is almost like this company here in Canada knows we have to use them and they pad the charges.

Yes, I have complained about it several times, but the people that seem to make these decisions don't care if your costs increase 5 fold from how it use to be.

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