windshield talk
#1
windshield talk
OG racing Doesn't sell windshields. But we do have many friends in the industry. Five star race car bodies has released a very promising windshield that might be of some interest to many track going members here
Thoughts?
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#4
already available..
that's fine as long as you upgrade your helmet. when the car in front of you leaves a connecting rod on the track, you'll need something to catch it.
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#5
Factory Stock dimension racing windows by Five Star Race Car Bodies
already available..
already available..
#6
depends on the state.
IL- you need to keep the OEM glass.
NC- If you have a windshield, it needs a wiper. true story..
IL- you need to keep the OEM glass.
NC- If you have a windshield, it needs a wiper. true story..
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#8
"We can form windows from factory glass for limited quantity orders."
I.e. Getting Miata windshilds made by them is not big task, but a GB (and some work) would probably be needed to get the price down close to their stocked level ($450 ?).
Last edited by NiklasFalk; 07-29-2014 at 03:57 AM.
#10
Formed Polycarbonate Racing Windows by Five Star Race Car Bodies
"We can form windows from factory glass for limited quantity orders."
I.e. Getting Miata windshilds made by them is not big task, but a GB (and some work) would probably be needed to get the price down close to their stocked level ($450 ?).
"We can form windows from factory glass for limited quantity orders."
I.e. Getting Miata windshilds made by them is not big task, but a GB (and some work) would probably be needed to get the price down close to their stocked level ($450 ?).
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#12
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SHIELDS Premier Windshields - Formed and Hard Coated Polycarbonate Windshields and Windows World Leader
Emilio turned me onto these guys a few years ago. They have a pre-cut Miata-specific shield that fits perfectly. 3/16", OEM fitment, $434+ship. Glue it in with Silicone RTV just like the stock glass, clean it with soap-based cleaners and a soft cloth. 11lbs lighter than stock glass (9lb vs 20lb). The shipping costs make it hard for me to actually make money on them, so I don't stock them, but I have done group buys for CA guys before. It's something I would do again with enough interest.
Emilio turned me onto these guys a few years ago. They have a pre-cut Miata-specific shield that fits perfectly. 3/16", OEM fitment, $434+ship. Glue it in with Silicone RTV just like the stock glass, clean it with soap-based cleaners and a soft cloth. 11lbs lighter than stock glass (9lb vs 20lb). The shipping costs make it hard for me to actually make money on them, so I don't stock them, but I have done group buys for CA guys before. It's something I would do again with enough interest.
#16
Since we're talking about windshields. I heard that the really really cheap chinese OEM replacements are ~6lbs lighter than stock. Has anyone tested this? And is it all distorted as ****? I have to have OEM glass in my class, and my windshield is getting all pitted and shity and has a small crack.
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Nope. No wind buffeting at sane speeds (<160mph), no indication that it's anything other than glass unless you get up close or tap on it. Apparently the 3/16" version starts to buffet a little at ~200mph, so Racing Shields sells a 1/4" version as well.
The ROI is 11lbs of weight reduction above the beltline of the car. If that doesn't interest you, the $125 glass will do you just fine.
The ROI is 11lbs of weight reduction above the beltline of the car. If that doesn't interest you, the $125 glass will do you just fine.
#20
Poly screens are technically race only, as true street windscreens require DOT/ANSI certified safety glass. There are a couple of states that don't require windshields, BUT if you have a windshield then you also are required to have wipers. And defrost. However much of this is up to the interpretation of your local constabulary. Side and rear windows are open season for non-glass.