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Old 11-11-2011, 02:28 PM
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Default shop in socal to install lexan windshield?

where are people having windshields installed in southern california? Preferably near san mario/pasadena.

One shop I called said they would have to mount via fasteners drilled
onto the roof. Is that really necessary?

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Old 11-11-2011, 04:22 PM
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If the lexan is the same size as the normal glass and not over sized than any glass guy can do it with the stock gasket, no need for fasteners, the shop you talked to probably didn't understand
Old 11-11-2011, 09:27 PM
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It's better to have clips to keep the window from blowing out in a spin.

I'd trust Tyson down at Hergesheimers in Lake Forest; Dave at TRE in North Hollywood can do this as well.
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We have installed several lexan windshields in our Cup cars, so we are happy to help here.


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Vision Motorsports in Laguna Hills is an option as well. I am quite sure that Dwain and the guys can talk you through your alternatives.

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thanks for the responses.
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My wrench is about 15 minute from you in Studio City. They've probably installed 10+ Lexan windshields this year including mine. In mine we used the OEM rubber windshield moulding and a off-center interior support bar. Roof mounted clips are more of a requirement for the rear window where the wind is blowing against the rear window.

Speed Gallery in Studio City (818) 766-2321. Owner is Dan Aspesi....

PS: I'm off Lorain/San Marino and my 996 w/lexan is in the trailer out front after the long haul home last nght from T-hill....
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Originally Posted by jrgordonsenior
Speed Gallery in Studio City (818) 766-2321. Owner is Dan Aspesi....
cool. i'll give dan a call.

Originally Posted by jrgordonsenior
PS: I'm off Lorain/San Marino and my 996 w/lexan is in the trailer out front after the long haul home last nght from T-hill....
I'll be in the area tomorrow if it's still out.
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Originally Posted by gvtesse
cool. i'll give dan a call.

I'll be in the area tomorrow if it's still out.
Sorry I just saw your post. The trailer & car went back to storage yesterday afternoon. They'll be back in 2+ weeks for POC year end race at Willow Springs which you should come to. Regardless, go by Dan's shop in Studio City and you'll see plenty of GT3's with Lexan....



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