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04-06-2009 04:42 PM #1
Brian, it sounds like you have a good plan.
One additional thought. Lexan is a trade name of a type of polycarbonate plastic. As such, it's not "the only" type. What you want to use is a "hardened" surface product. You will find it to be well worth the expense. We run a door slammer race car with polycarbonate "hardened surface" windows and they look like new after several years of removing class sponsor decals and wiping off bracket ET times.
After looking at your CAD designs and finish of your roadster, I know you want it to "look nice".
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04-06-2009 05:02 PM #2
Brian,
My first thought when I saw your initial thought was "What about emergency entry?" Side curtains, and even slider lexan windows on Jeeps & other soft tops, can easily be removed to get to people trapped inside in an emergency. I wonder about your solid lexan panels that you set into place and lock down after you are inside - what about in an accident where you may need help from someone outside?
I saw last night on fb about John. The world sure lost a great one. I'm going to miss his humor, advice, and perspective from another portion of the world. Rest in Peace Johnboy.
John Norton aka johnboy