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Old 11-24-2009, 06:17 PM   #8
Michael Pliska
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Default Re: Lexan/Plexi Windshields

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Originally Posted by MattConte View Post
I know that this is an old thread. but I thought I would throw this alternative out to all of you that might want a Lexan windshield.
A few months ago. I was helping my buddy out with his 85 IROC he is building. We went to Home Depot and he got a sheet for allot less then it would have cost him to order a pre cut one PLUS the high shipping costs. He laid that sheet over his stock windshield and drew out his cut lines. Cut it out with a jig saw and ground off the edges smooth. It looks great. This was the second time he has done this. Back in the 90s he had a wicked fast 72 camaro he did that on first. Both times they looked pro and never had a problem.
If you go this route, you are better off going to a specialty plastics store and getting abrasion-resistant plastic. After a year or so the non-coated plastic will get a ton of little scratches in it, no matter how careful you are.
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