On 7/10/2018 11:25 AM, micky wrote:
I probably need a new windshield, for my 2005 Toyota Solara.

My factory windshield has a bunch of black dots over the rear-view
mirror area, so it's about 50% shaded.

Do these dots have a purpose, keeping the electronic mirror cool, maybe,
or making it easier for me to look in the mirror without having the sun
in my eyes?



Do all replacement windows have ths same dots, or will there be ones
that fit but don't have them?

I don't want to get in a situation where he comes out here to replace
the window and brings only one that is dotless.

They do serve a purpose and a new glass will have them too. There is a
frit band around the edge of the glass for the adhesive to stick to.
The halftone pattern is a transition and actually helps in temperature
distribution from the sun load. Frit is a baked on ceramic coating.