RCF and also maybe RC windscreens

August 16, 2018

Are they the same?

I have a large hole in mine kindly produced by a ****** with a wide trailer raking up the side of the road and took spraying on coming cars with high velocity gravel.

Anyone had one replaced?

Things to look out for?

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Linas.P · August 16, 2018

Try IS220d... On a serious note, why would RC windscreen would be any different?

Big Rat · August 16, 2018

@Linas.P You behave young man these are serious Matters....🤡

🐀

Linas.P · August 16, 2018

3 minutes ago, Big Rat said:

@Linas.P You behave young man these are serious Matters....🤡

🐀

Otherwise if you need to replace it with "RC-F" windscreen, I am afraid it might end-up as Cat-N.... 😄

ColinBarber · August 16, 2018

2 hours ago, Comedian said:

Are they the same?

Yes, Toyodiy.com show the same part code for RC and RC F.

(with lane departure alert first, and without second).

August 16, 2018

Thanks colin. So that's something I have to make sure they are aware of.

Will it need to go to lexus for calibration too?

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NemesisUK · August 16, 2018

Autoglass were able to calibrate all Mercedes cameras etc.. I'd imagine they could do any marque?

Arqum · August 16, 2018

I wouldn't let autoglass touch my screen tbh. I used my dealer to install a new screen on MY ISF and they used a private guy to install. I was there when he did it. Took great care and was a genuine glass.

August 16, 2018

I will phone lexus before I speak to insurance check availability and options. Thanks.

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NemesisUK · August 16, 2018

Dealers don't fit windscreens ..

Autoglass Is a franchise, so local fitters will vary. try and go to your local depot for fitting.

Lexie04 · August 16, 2018

Had Autoglass replace my windscreen in my RC last year. The fitter had been with Autoglass for 20 years and took great care with the car and did a first class job. They also did all the calibrations and have never had any problems.

August 17, 2018

Thanks all,

called Lexus who said they have a local guy they can use but rarely do as most are done through insurance.

Called insurance and they said I can use Autoglass or Lexus but......... autoglass system = windscreen cover and doesn't affect no claims. Getting it done at lexus and then submitting a more expensive claim could affect that.

Car has to go to a depot to be done on a flat level floor for all the calibration. 3 hour time slot for fitting, calibration and resting time before safe to drive.

The lady at Autoglass said they have an RC windscreen coming into stock next week - she also said it is same as OEM - same manufacturer, identical part. Fitting however is 3rd september due to the queue.

Lifetime warranty - so let's see what happens.

I expected it to be more troublesome.

NemesisUK · August 17, 2018

Over in the States there is a contention that pattern 'screens are thinner than Lexus OEM. No idea if that's backed up in any way.

As 'screens are pretty much structural these days, so I can't see how that could be true. Unless the Lexus part is vastly over-specc'd

August 17, 2018

2 hours ago, NemesisUK said:

Over in the States....

.....and........... stopped listening

September 3, 2018

Job completed - well nearly.

Autoglass ordered the parts of Lexus - fitter said car was so uncommon no point stocking anything. Bonus. So my windscreen has all the Lexus engraving etc as original.

Now either autoglass ordered wrongly or lexus supplied incorrectly but they had the wrong side trims. Originals have been clicked back in for now, but autoglass are still going to source 2 new ones from lexus and come out to me with them to fit.

Reserving full judgement until it rains but so far so good!

Fit and calibration took 2 hours.

rayaans · September 3, 2018

11 minutes ago, Comedian said:

Job completed - well nearly.

Autoglass ordered the parts of Lexus - fitter said car was so uncommon no point stocking anything. Bonus. So my windscreen has all the Lexus engraving etc as original.

Now either autoglass ordered wrongly or lexus supplied incorrectly but they had the wrong side trims. Originals have been clicked back in for now, but autoglass are still going to source 2 new ones from lexus and come out to me with them to fit.

Reserving full judgement until it rains but so far so good!

Fit and calibration took 2 hours.

Main things to look out for really are that everything fits smoothly, there's no odd wind noise at speed and that the wipers, LKA and sign recognition is working correctly. Sometimes they end up putting the wipers too high or not adjusting them correctly so they can hit the a pillar each swipe

September 3, 2018

Main things to look out for really are that everything fits smoothly, there's no odd wind noise at speed and that the wipers, LKA and sign recognition is working correctly. Sometimes they end up putting the wipers too high or not adjusting them correctly so they can hit the a pillar each swipe

Maybe it's been a while since you had one done but they do a before and after video showing wipers and rain sensors working.

LKA will try when I get chance. As it's a genuine screen I had a good look and can't tell it's been done. Other than its lovely and clear. No wind etc on way home. Let's see if it's water tight in a few days :D

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Big Rat · September 3, 2018

@Comedian Now I know you live in Lincolnshire which is all a bit flat and featureless....... windy...... and not much happens..... but if you are not aware there are such things as garden hoses....... you really shouldn’t be keeping us in anticipation.......☺️

🐀

September 3, 2018

As if I'd tell you so you can add it to your database :D

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Linas.P · September 4, 2018

18 hours ago, Comedian said:

No wind etc on way home.

Are you sure about that? Or did lovely V8 sound masked it on "the way back"?

rayaans · September 4, 2018

On 9/3/2018 at 4:59 PM, Comedian said:

Maybe it's been a while since you had one done but they do a before and after video showing wipers and rain sensors working.

LKA will try when I get chance. As it's a genuine screen I had a good look and can't tell it's been done. Other than its lovely and clear. No wind etc on way home. Let's see if it's water tight in a few days 😄

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Whether they're working or not isn't usually the issue.

Its their sensitivity. If the sensor isn't sitting correctly, or working as it should, they won't be the same as they were before.

September 4, 2018

There are 2 logical futures.

1. Next time it rains they will work as normal

2. Next time it rains they won't work as normal

In both futures the Earth will still be spinning and I can have either Autoglass or Lexus correct the issue.

rayaans · September 4, 2018

2 hours ago, Comedian said:

There are 2 logical futures.

1. Next time it rains they will work as normal

2. Next time it rains they won't work as normal

In both futures the Earth will still be spinning and I can have either Autoglass or Lexus correct the issue.

You say that but sometimes they just don't work properly even after rectifying as such.