I want to fit a double-glazed side window unit to my Toyota Landcruiser Amazon.
Could you find me a supplier of a suitable double glazed unit in the
UK?   Obvious searches of Google like "double glazing for vehicles"
have drawn a blank

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Request for Question Clarification by czh-ga on 14 Nov 2003 16:14 PST

Hello wyada3-ga,

I?d like to clarify what you mean by double-glazed. 

My preliminary research shows that "double-glazed glass" is used
strictly in construction and is not used for cars. Auto replacement
glass is ?laminated glass? which prevents it from shattering on
impact. (See reference below.) If you?re sure you want double glazed
glass for your Landcruiser, please let me know why you believe this
product should be available. Thanks.

~ czh ~

http://www.waltersforensic.com/civil/vol7-no1.htm

Laminated glass is actually two layers of glass sandwiching a thin
plastic sheet. One or both of these layers of glass may be tempered.
The middle plastic sheet serves to hold the overall glass sheet
assembly together when broken. Laminated glass is used in automotive
windshields and in buildings where safety is a concern.

A double glazed unit comprises two glass panes separated by an air
space, typically ½ in. A perimeter seal/spacer keeps the two glass
panes apart and provides a seal which prevents outside air from
entering the space between the panes. The air space significantly
increases the insulating ability of the window compared to single pane
windows.

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Clarification of Question by wyada3-ga on 15 Nov 2003 14:52 PST

Thanks for the feedback.   I want to fit the double glazed unit to cut
down cold air draughts which come from the side window.   It's
definitely not laminated glass that I am looking for.   I believe that
Mercedes used to fit double glazed units to some of their models in
the past.

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Request for Question Clarification by czh-ga on 15 Nov 2003 18:59 PST

Hello again wyada3-ga,

You're right. Mercedes has double-glazed windows as do some new Audis.
I found Toyota "leisure vehicles" that have double-glazed windows but
nothing for the Landcruiser. I give up. Maybe another researcher can
come up with a better answer.

~ czh ~

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Clarification of Question by wyada3-ga on 21 Nov 2003 14:49 PST

Thanks - please could you tell me the details of where you found the
details of the Toyota "leisure vehicles" that have double-glazed
windows?

Hello wyada3-ga,

I hope that this company can help you. They say they can ?supply
windows of almost any type or description.? They?re also in the UK!

Good luck.

~ czh ~


http://www.leisurevehiclewindows.co.uk/
Leisure Vehicle Windows

We are family firm established 12 years ago who manufacture and supply
single and double-glazed windows for use in leisure vehicles, horse
boxes and vans. We also supply windows for marine and machinery
applications. You'll find that we can supply windows of almost any
type or description. You can view samples of our products by clicking
here. If you find what you like you can use this site to place an
order online or, if you want, order a printed catalogue. If you have
any queries regarding our products you can E-Mail us with your
questions. We manufacture many specialist items such as self locking
louvre windows. If you are considering a visit please got to the
Locate Us page to assist you. Remember we are only a phone call away
if you want to discuss your personal requirements.

http://www.leisurevehiclewindows.co.uk/toyota.htm
Leisure Vehicle Windows ? Toyota

***** This is a table of various models and shows the availability of
double-glazed windows.

http://www.leisurevehiclewindows.co.uk/contact_us.htm
Please feel free to contact us to discuss any matter. For your
convenience there is an E-mail form below for you to use if you wish.

Address: Leisure Vehicle Windows, The Grove, Corby, Northhants., NN18
8EW, United Kingdom.
UK Phone/Fax: 01536 266130
International Phone/Fax: +44 1536 266130

Outstandingly good answer - I am truly impressed.   Just what I was
looking for - well done.

Hello wyada3-ga,

I'm glad that with the help of your clarification I was able to find
you the right information. Thank you for the five stars and tip.

~ czh ~