What Customers Are Saying About Glass.com's Replacement Services

The installer called before arrival to confirm the appointment. He was nice,polite,and knowledgeable of his job. I would recommend him to anyone that need windshield replaced.

Willie H.

They were on time, did the job really fast. Pleasant, clean, nice work. Sorry my car smelled like the dog, but you were really nice about it!

Keith B.

Everyone was extremely helpful and friendly. I had a great customer service experience throughout the process. The woman who I talked to (several times) on the phone was very professional, friendly and provided fast estimates and service times. The technician who replaced the window was also very professional and courteous. He went above and beyond!
I would definitely recommend this company!

Michelle S.

Good communication from technician. Found time to get my windshield replaced the following day after talking to him. Arrived when he said he would and was able to transfer all stickers from one windshield to another (I know it’s not easy with Washington DC registration/inspection stickers). Very happy with the service overall.

David S.

Company called when they said they would, came when they said they would. Both men were professional and polite. Would use again if needed, and would recommend to others.

Linda S.

Rear Sliding Window Replacement

Pick-up trucks are unique to the auto glass industry in that they don't have the same sloping single-piece back windshields that are found on cars, SUVs, or minivans. Pickup truck manufacturers use either a single piece of vertical glass or three to four pieces of vertical glass in a frame. The latter is referred to as a slider. A slider gets its name from the way that the middle section of glass is able to slide open.

Types of Slider Windows

Rear window truck sliders come in a variety of shapes, sizes and options. truck slider window diagram

Rear truck window sliders come in a variety of shapes, sizes and options. Traditional sliders use a metal or plastic latch to unlock the slider from the inside. From here they can be pushed open by hand. Three panel sliders have a single center piece of glass that slides open. Four panel sliders have two sliding back glass pieces that meet in the center of the frame. This allows for a larger opening.

Newer rear sliding windows are electronically operated with a switch and do not need to be unlatched first. This is a convenient option in extended cabs and crew cabs where occupants in the front seats cannot reach the rear window as easily. Some more unique options for pickup truck rear sliders come from Ford and Toyota. 2015 and newer Ford F-150 models offer a flush sliding rear window, giving this back glass a unique look. Toyota's Tundra Crewmax features a rear window that actually rolls down all the way into the truck's body for an open-air feel.

Advantages of a Slider Window

Sliding rear windows may seem like an odd, or even unnecessary option at first, but longtime pickup truck owners know that it serves many not-so-obvious purposes. When hauling long objects like pvc pipe, wood trim, carpet, fishing poles and the like, the opening can act as an extension of the bed-- or vice-versa as an extension of the cab into the bed (always make sure any objects carried this way are safely secured and do not impair visibility and safety).

Another benefit of a truck's slider glass is extra ventilation. There are still many pickup trucks on the roads without AC, and even those with the option still enjoy fresh air once in a while. Opening the slider not only allows for extra air flow, many truck owners also report that it lessens wind noise. Lastly, those with camper tops will like that it allows them access to the back of the bed, which would not be possible otherwise.

Why Slider Windows Break

Trucks are meant for work. And anyone who has used a pickup for what it's meant for, knows that things break. Because of its vertical positioning, a pickup truck sliding rear window is vulnerable to breakage. This is usually caused by impact from tools, equipment, or materials that are being hauled. Always be cautious when loading objects into the bed of a truck or through a truck's sliding rear window.

The issue you're experiencing may not be quite so serious though. Other issues can occur with sliders as they age. The slider may get off track and become stuck. Other times gaskets around the slider can deteriorate, causing water and air leaks. For those with electronic sliders, the motor or switch may fail, leaving the slider stuck open or closed.

Where to Get a Slider Window Replaced?

Whatever issue with the back glass slider in your pickup truck may be, Glass.com Affiliates are experienced in diagnosing and fixing these problems and giving you an accurate truck rear window replacement cost estimate. If your truck came with the factory standard one-piece rear window, this could also be the perfect time to upgrade to a slider window. There are plenty of high quality aftermarket options out there to convert it to a sliding rear window. Even if it did come with a slider, but not a power slider, there are options for replacement there too. So use Glass.com to find an Affiliate shop in your area and get your truck back on the road.

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What Customers Are Saying About Glass.com's Replacement Services

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Types of Slider Windows

Advantages of a Slider Window

Why Slider Windows Break

Where to Get a Slider Window Replaced?

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Broken or damaged auto glass? Get free quotes from local glass shops and choose the one that's right for you.

Trusted Vendors

We're veterans of the auto glass industry and work to feature only quality glass shops.

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Compare free quotes from a range of local vendors in just a few minutes.

Mobile Replacement

Need to save time? Many Glass.com vendors will come to your home or workplace.

What Customers Are Saying About Glass.com's Replacement Services

Rear Sliding Window Replacement

Types of Slider Windows

Advantages of a Slider Window

Why Slider Windows Break

Where to Get a Slider Window Replaced?

Auto Glass Replacement Services

Raise Your Auto Glass Replacement IQ

Why is fixing your auto glass so important?

Where is the work done?

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Glass.com is expanding its site to include Canadian auto glass shops and services.Check back in a little while for this exciting expansion!

Glass.com is expanding its site to include Canadian auto glass shops and services.
Check back in a little while for this exciting expansion!