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 Post subject: Windshield
PostPosted: Fri Feb 04, 2011 9:46 pm 
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I need to replace the crazed windshield on my Thorp, does anyone
know where to get such a thing these days?


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Bill Williams
 Post subject: Windshield
PostPosted: Sat Feb 05, 2011 4:56 am 
There is a manufacturer in Tipp City ,OH. that, believe it or not has a mold for the windscreen. Jeff and Becky will do a great job. Call them at 937.669.2677.........


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john kerr
 Post subject: Windshield
PostPosted: Sat Feb 05, 2011 8:34 am 
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I have 2 formed windshields available.


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Rich Brazell
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PostPosted: Sat Feb 05, 2011 12:03 pm 
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Thermotecusa is another manuf. for the T-18. There is another manuf. listed on our vendors page.

RB


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 Post subject: Windshield
PostPosted: Sun Feb 06, 2011 8:00 am 
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I agree. I bought a windscreen and canopy from Jeff and Becky a year ago and
I am very satisfied with the product they supplied.

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 Post subject: Windshield
PostPosted: Sun Feb 06, 2011 4:01 pm 
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I would be interested in one windshield
What would be the cost and shipping to Lindsay Ontario K9V 5R1
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Stephen Peirce
 Post subject: Windshield
PostPosted: Mon Feb 07, 2011 7:56 am 
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I would also be interested in the other windscreen John.
Please contact me off line. Steve Peirce 256-327-6151

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lance38dt
 Post subject: Windshield
PostPosted: Mon Feb 07, 2011 11:08 am 
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since 92 I have been using a lexan windshield, I replaced it last year with a slightly tinted version I believe its .090.Its cheap,easy to conform and very hard to break.

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Bill Williams
 Post subject: Windshield
PostPosted: Fri Feb 11, 2011 6:00 am 
You are right, Generous Electric makes a fine product. It's a "liquid" product and that's why you can shoot it. I've always been told that Lexan scratches very easily, what's been your experience?


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lance38dt
 Post subject: Windshield
PostPosted: Fri Feb 11, 2011 7:34 am 
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Yes Bill, it does scratch a little easier but not as much as some might think, care of course should be taken, the real beauty is in the price, ease of use, and availability, and strength. I keep mine clean with new finish car wax.

Lance N38DT


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Jim Mantyla
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PostPosted: Fri Feb 11, 2011 8:32 am 
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Guys,

When I worked for GE, they had a sheet product called MarGuard that had a silicone hard coat on it. I think the larger issue with Lexan is that it will yellow given enough time to UV exposure.

Jim Mantyla


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lance38dt
 Post subject: Windshield
PostPosted: Fri Feb 11, 2011 9:25 am 
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I had my last windshield on for at least 15 years with no signs of yellowing, that said, it is hangered and has always been. Lexan has worked for me, I guess there are always trade offs.

Lance N38DT


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mac nussey
 Post subject: Windshield
PostPosted: Fri Feb 11, 2011 9:40 am 
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Somewhere,there was a posting on plexi vs lexan indicating the crackability of plexi as safety/rescue advantage in a flipover, heaven forbid the need.

Mac Nussey


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lance38dt
 Post subject: Windshield
PostPosted: Fri Feb 11, 2011 9:57 am 
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Of course the bubble is plexi. and I dont think I would fit through the windshield anyway, do we all carry something to break the glass? I must admit often times I don`t have something handy, now it`s on my to do list, not much else to do here for the last month in the northeast.


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jrevens
 Post subject: Windshield
PostPosted: Fri Feb 11, 2011 10:01 am 
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Another thing to be aware of with Lexan & polycarbonates in general is that, unlike acrylics, they are harmed by exposure to gasoline - the result is clouding &/or crazing.

John Evens N71JE
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