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Re:Cheap Lexan Windshields! 14 years, 2 months ago #6716

I was told that Lexan has to be heated to hold the correct curve. Is that not the case, or can you just lay a template on it and cut it?
Steve Marlow
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Re:Cheap Lexan Windshields! 14 years, 2 months ago #6719

I don't know. I'm hoping that the curve will be close enough that I can just cut off the excess, using my old windshield as a template, and form it/hold it in place with retaining clips and silicone.

I did measure, and it is bigger in both dimensions than our windshield.

They haven't arrived yet, we'll see how it goes...
Eric Kuhns

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Re:Cheap Lexan Windshields! 14 years, 2 months ago #6733

Windows came in. They are in good shape, and as a bonus have 1-4 tear offs left on. The shading, and shapes are subltely different, but all will work. The general curve works pretty well. Our windshields curve in at the edges a bit more, but the lexan appears easily flexible enough to make it work. Some pics:
The OEM windshield is in the middle:

OEM windshield traced on the Lexan windshield:


I'll work on getting the windshield cut out, weighed, in test-fitted. So far, so good!
Eric Kuhns

National Director Emeritus

2007, & 2008 National Champion
2011, 2012 2nd
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Re:Cheap Lexan Windshields! 14 years, 2 months ago #6741

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Cool!!! Great low cost way to go faster. Having the tear offs will save you from replacing the Lexan for some time.

What is the thickness of the Lexan?

What is the weight in comparison to the glass?
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Re:Cheap Lexan Windshields! 14 years, 2 months ago #6742

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Mr. National Champion, please stay out of any discussion on how to implement new rules since you were "NO NEW RULES" Buzzetti:lol:

I think we need a new rule that you can't take advantage of any of the new rules, so there!

I, of course, get to take advantage of any and all of them.

Big Dog

And, good day to you, too.
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Re:Cheap Lexan Windshields! 14 years, 2 months ago #6743

It's 1/4" Lexan

Once I get a chance to cut it out, I'll compare weights.
Not sure if I'll get to it this weekend - on call, but I'll see.
Eric Kuhns

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