windshield help!

[cycleguy55]

Originally Posted by xlr8tr

OK my windshield is officially done, I am looking at the lexan style replacement, but also wanted to see what the current glass one is, as that may be covered by insurance and i dont think the lexan one would be knowing our insurance company here in BC.

The current one has the following code on it:
VELAS
E17 laminated
43R-00003
AS-1 M6 DOT 73

Anyone know what vehicle this came from originally? Google has not been helpful.

Let's decode that:

VELAS: This mark identifies the manufacturer, by their name and/or logo (“the manufacturer’s distinctive designation or trademark”).

E17: Finland country code https://beranek.agrrmag.com/2013/04/european-codes/

laminated: Pretty obvious

AS-1: Not AS-I. The AS number stands for American Standard, and is “AS” (or “American Standard”) followed by a number indicating the position in which the glass may be used, based on its optical quality. AS1 is the clearest glass (at least 70% light transmission), is laminated, and can be used anywhere in a motor vehicle (typically just the windshield)

M6: "The M number is unique to the manufacturer, so one an M number of M312 by one manufacturer could be different than glass labeled as M312 by another manufacturer. It identifies the glass construction, including the color and thickness."

DOT 73: :The DOT code (DOT number) is the letters “DOT” followed by a number that the Department of Transportation (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) assigns to the manufacturer of the glass. This is required by FMVSS205 section S6.2. If you have a DOT code, here's a page that lists all known DOT codes." DOT number search: https://www.carwindshields.info/dot_db

From the database: DOT73 is V.E. LIPPONEN OY from OULU, FINLAND

'M6' and 'DOT 73' should be the only codes you need for a cross-reference to other windshield manufacturers. Any local auto glass shop s/b able to look up a compatible windshield and get you a replacement.

p.s. ICBC must be as fussy with windshields as is SGI in Saskatchewan. No AS-1 code? No approval. Not legal for road use.