[Fot] Lexan windshield

[Scott Janzen]

here’s what I used. Has what is apparently a very tough scratch resistant coating.  Not sure it was worth the effort to save 5 lbs, however!
https://grassrootsmotorsports.com/project-cars/LS-Swapped-2003-Nissan-350z/replacing-glass-windshield-plastic-project-ls-powe/ <https://grassrootsmotorsports.com/project-cars/LS-Swapped-2003-Nissan-350z/replacing-glass-windshield-plastic-project-ls-powe/>

https://www.racingshields.com <https://www.racingshields.com/>


On Mar 29, 2022, at 1:18 PM, Joe via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:

We have used a Lexan windshield in a Champcar endurance car for years and have not had a significant problem.  The only issue has been when driving for hours in the wet, we would get black streaks near the bottom of wipers like from the rubber transferring to the windshield.  After the race we were able to clean it off.  Use a cleaner like Nexus to clean it.  
JoeB

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> On Mar 29, 2022, at 4:07 AM, John Davies via Fot <fot at autox.team.net <mailto:fot at autox.team.net>> wrote:
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> Windshield
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> Polycarbonate is so soft that the wipers will soon make seeing through it impossible.      That’s why it’s is unsuitable for a windscreen, and toughened or laminated glass is used.    There is no way to prevent road dust getting onto the screen, where the wipers will use it as an abrasive.  You might be able to use a water dispersant on the PolyC, and avoid the use of wipers, but constant application will be needed!
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> On the surround, consider fitting it to the screen to stretch it first.     Then fit the screen/surround to the frame, using the same cord technique, or just take the screen out and proceed as usual.
> John
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