Lexan windows
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Lexan windows
Yay or nay?
I can get a set made for the doors. Will still be able to install and roll the window down as OEM. It's basically a copy of the window in hardcoated lexan (macrolon). Saves ~ 5kg per door.
It's a one-off, so about €280. Worth it?
I can get a set made for the doors. Will still be able to install and roll the window down as OEM. It's basically a copy of the window in hardcoated lexan (macrolon). Saves ~ 5kg per door.
It's a one-off, so about €280. Worth it?
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Yes, formed, cut and coated. Ready to bolt in. $100 for the rear window doesn't include the cutting to size, riveting it all together and the seals right?
And yes, 80% track car. They're hardcoated to resist scratches. There's a cheaper option that doesn't include the coating that would be more track-suited. The coating is supposed to hold up quite well to more daily use.
And yes, 80% track car. They're hardcoated to resist scratches. There's a cheaper option that doesn't include the coating that would be more track-suited. The coating is supposed to hold up quite well to more daily use.
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Yeah, my rear is only a year or so old in the rear and it's getting to be pretty scratched.
Spoolin, what's your method for polishing the window? Anything I can think of beyond soap and water would scratch it.
Spoolin, what's your method for polishing the window? Anything I can think of beyond soap and water would scratch it.
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Yes - the $100 was just for the UV rated Lexan. I did not use seals as that would have outweighed the cost of the project. Rear seals are expensive for what they are. Hardware was merely 5-6 dollars.
I cut the size to shape, I had a rear window to use as a template. So to go out and buy a ready made setup would def. be more than $100
Side windows would be on my list if not too expensive.
I cut the size to shape, I had a rear window to use as a template. So to go out and buy a ready made setup would def. be more than $100
Side windows would be on my list if not too expensive.
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I might get a discount if I get multiple sets made. Shipping shouldn't be overly expensive I think.
I'm trying to get a quote on 5+ sets made. Hardcoated variant should hold up very good even for daily use. If you're interested, let me know.
I'm trying to get a quote on 5+ sets made. Hardcoated variant should hold up very good even for daily use. If you're interested, let me know.
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Rain-x will sometimes work too. It does not polish out the scratches but can optically fill in the voids and make them less noticeable.
Anyone try waxing the Lexan? Seems like it would cut down on scratching a bit.
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I have had good luck on headlights and what not with Meguiar's Plastx and a buffer. Freaking amazing results if you take your time.
Rain-x will sometimes work too. It does not polish out the scratches but can optically fill in the voids and make them less noticeable.
Anyone try waxing the Lexan? Seems like it would cut down on scratching a bit.
Rain-x will sometimes work too. It does not polish out the scratches but can optically fill in the voids and make them less noticeable.
Anyone try waxing the Lexan? Seems like it would cut down on scratching a bit.
I used it to 'restore my Volvo 240 lenses and it worked great and quickly considering I was doing it with my desk-jockey hands.
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Where can you find this "coated" lexan? Does the coating hold up under flex like you'd need for the rear window on a hardtop? My rear lexan window is scratched to hell and splitting near the corner after a little over a year.
Definitely wouldn't mind polishing it, but only if I can find something suitable to protect it afterwards. The car sits outside so it'd be a waste of time if I couldn't put something on it.
Definitely wouldn't mind polishing it, but only if I can find something suitable to protect it afterwards. The car sits outside so it'd be a waste of time if I couldn't put something on it.
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Prices I got:
1 set: € 290
2-3 sets: € 270
3-5 sets: € 255
Add tax and shipping.
These are hardcoated, thermic formed OEM fitment lexan replacements. Remove glass window, install these.
1 set: € 290
2-3 sets: € 270
3-5 sets: € 255
Add tax and shipping.
These are hardcoated, thermic formed OEM fitment lexan replacements. Remove glass window, install these.
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