Frequently Asked Questions

 

I see other companies selling similar windscreens for $100 - $250 each.  Why is your's so much less expensive?

There are a few reasons why I can offer an excellent product for a much lower cost.  First, I make these in my spare time at my job.  We have a family owned metal fabricating business in which we have 3 high speed CNC lasers.  Simply put, I am able to cut each one of these at cost (I don't have to pay a third party to make them for me). Second, I purchase the acrylic directly from the manufacturer, and since our company does purchase a lot of plastics, we are able to receive very competitive prices.  Finally, I don't require a large profit margin on each one I sell.  I am not a large company with large overhead.  This is not my only source of income.  I am simply an individual (with a regular job) who makes these on the side for a little additional income.  I just have the advantage of the fact that I get to use all of our company's equipment at cost. 

 

Your windscreen is 1/8" thick.  I see others that are 3/16" and 1/4" thick.  Which one is better?  

When I originally decided to design and make my own windscreen, I started out using 1/4" thick acrylic.  I researched what other companies were doing, and those that we using 3/16" and 1/4" thick were advertising that since their windscreen was thicker, that it must be better.  The first 2 prototypes I made were from 1/4" thick....and it became apparent very fast that this was simply too thick.  Since it mounts in between the deck and the trunk lid, using 1/4" thick material made it rather difficult to close the trunk.  Also, I feel that over time, a very "thick" windscreen could possible damage the rubber truck seal.   Believe me, I've tried different thicknesses and the best option is the 1/8" thick.  Anything thinner is too flimsy and anything thicker makes it considerably more difficult to close the trunk. 

 

Are there any obstruction issues?

No.  Clear Acrylic offers 92%  of total white light transmittance, the highest transmittance physically possible of any material.  It is as transparent as the finest optical glass.

 

Are there any alterations or modification made to the car to install this product?

No.  It's as simple as removing 4 screws, installing the wind reducer, and reinstalling the screws.  Each windscreen comes with detailed instuctions (printed in color on Kodak photo paper).  Total installation time is about 10 minutes.

 

What happens if I accidentally scratch the windscreen?

If you take your time when cleaning it and use only a clean soft cloth  with water and a soft detergent (no Windex or glass cleaner), scratches should not be an issue.  However, if for some reason you do end up scratching it and want to remove it...check at your local auto parts store for Novus Plastic Polish.  It can also be found on Ebay.  It is designed specifically for plastics and will polish out the scratches and make your wind reducer look like new. 

 

Does the windscreen block all the wind?

Absolutely not.  That would kind of defeat the purpose of having a convertible right?  This product blocks the back draft (wind coming in from the back of the vehicle).  When driving with the top down and the windows down, you still get a good amount of wind.  The main purpose of the wind reducer is to significantly reduce the amount of wind in the cockpit while driving with the top down and  the windows either up or partially up.   This is where the wind screen is most helpful. 

 

Can the windscreen be left in place with the top up? 

Yes!  Top up or down....you just install it and forget about it.  The only "maintainance" that is required is to check the tightness of the screws every few weeks. 

 

Do you offer etching or illumination for your windscreen?

No.  One of the reasons I am able to sell these for such a low price is the fact that am able to mass produce these.  Etching and illumination is more of a custom product which requires a considerable amount of time for each windscreen. 

 

I'm concerned about the windscreen touching the rear glass when the top is up.  Is this a problem? 

With every windscreen I ship, I provide clear, self adhesive bumbers that can be installed on the rear window or on the windscreen which prevents the windscreen from touching the rear glass.  This is completely optional....I personally don't use them on my car but they are provided in case others want to.