2001 Monte Carlo SS Rear Defogger Issue
#1
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Hello All!
I have come to find out that my rear defogger is not working anymore and one of the tabs on the back window has disconnected. The radio reception is poor because of this issue.
I was wondering if putting Silicon paste would fix the issue for me. We want to try this before we actually re-solder it back on.
Thank you, and Happy New Year!
I have come to find out that my rear defogger is not working anymore and one of the tabs on the back window has disconnected. The radio reception is poor because of this issue.
I was wondering if putting Silicon paste would fix the issue for me. We want to try this before we actually re-solder it back on.
Thank you, and Happy New Year!
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I dont know what state your from...But if your from one of the states where its freezeing out...Soldierings gonna make it impossible outdoors..
I would recommend getting into a heated garage or shop before you attempt to soldier it.
Im not familiar with any products that help reconnect the tab to the defroster...without soldiering...
I would recommend getting into a heated garage or shop before you attempt to soldier it.
Im not familiar with any products that help reconnect the tab to the defroster...without soldiering...
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^^^ Works great! ^^^
If you don't need to repair the grid and only repair the tab they also offer just the conductive adhesive:
Permatex 21351 Electrically Conductive Rear Window Defogger Tab Adhesive : Amazon.com : Automotive
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I tried the permatex product but had no luck. You get very little product to work with and the electrical conductivity was very poor. I don't know, maybe I got an very old package and it was past its shelf life.
Anyway, I tried the frostfighter.com product and was VERY happy with it. Its easy to work with and also does a great job of filling in the grid damage from where the tab pulled away. It was a little pricey though, about $35 plus shipping but you get a lot of it. I actually used some of the remaining to repair a circuit board connection.
If you do try soldering make sure the glass is warm and also put a wet towel on the outside to help dissipate the heat. If you crack it it will be big $$ to replace.
Anyway, I tried the frostfighter.com product and was VERY happy with it. Its easy to work with and also does a great job of filling in the grid damage from where the tab pulled away. It was a little pricey though, about $35 plus shipping but you get a lot of it. I actually used some of the remaining to repair a circuit board connection.
If you do try soldering make sure the glass is warm and also put a wet towel on the outside to help dissipate the heat. If you crack it it will be big $$ to replace.
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Interesting. My rear defroster has been broken since I bought the Monte and never really looked into it that much...
How many tabs are on the window? I think I remember seeing 3 or 4 and I though maybe one of mine was missing? Is there any way to repair it if there is a missing tab?
Thanks!
How many tabs are on the window? I think I remember seeing 3 or 4 and I though maybe one of mine was missing? Is there any way to repair it if there is a missing tab?
Thanks!
#10
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Interesting. My rear defroster has been broken since I bought the Monte and never really looked into it that much...
How many tabs are on the window? I think I remember seeing 3 or 4 and I though maybe one of mine was missing? Is there any way to repair it if there is a missing tab?
Thanks!
How many tabs are on the window? I think I remember seeing 3 or 4 and I though maybe one of mine was missing? Is there any way to repair it if there is a missing tab?
Thanks!