Need opinion on how important the windshield is

[Fore Wheeler]

I may not have time to get my windshield cut/intalled prior to NAC Fest, what's your opinion on running w/o one?

I don't think it's too big of a deal, it would be nice. BTW, I'm trailering to the trail head.

[OT]

You'll have a mad case of DW, but unless you don't drive it on the street I wouldn't worry about the legality of it. Just don't get to close behind somebody on a muddy trail.

[BajaXJ92]

befitting and stylish:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2480542060&category=419

:D

[Fore Wheeler]

befitting and stylish:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2480542060&category=419

:D


it's funny that you brought that up. I was talking to Scott Mac today and we were thinking exactly the same thing, but adding a leather football helmet to the mix.

[BajaXJ92]

Actually I was thinking one of these....

http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/3228/viking-horns.gif

[PaulJ]

The windshield actually adds structural strength. If you roll over without a cage, it's very desirable to have a windshield to strengthen the roof. This also means the windshield has to installed with the proper adhesive; otherwise, it just pops out.

[Dano]

with the structual stability already been said I'll mention that on the trail when we were all lined up because someone was having difficulty with an obstical or a play area while I was casualy sitting in my Jeep out of no where a rock put a small craxk in my windshield.

Not knowing where it could have come from and what not who knows where it would have gone...
If you were to go with out a glass windshield you may want to consider going to HomeDepot or lowes and getting a sheet of Plexi-glass and cut it to aprox. sixe, drill holes in it, and attach zip ties to A-pillars to keep it in place. But as Plexi-glass can be expensive, the pilot goggles may be the cheaper route.

"But then again, do whatever you want, it's what you are gonna do anyway..."

[MuddinXJ]

The windshield actually adds structural strength. If you roll over without a cage, it's very desirable to have a windshield to strengthen the roof. This also means the windshield has to installed with the proper adhesive; otherwise, it just pops out.

have you seen this guys cage? the thing is freakin awesome and sturdy. four wheeler i dont think your gona need the windsheild for this trip. just bring some goggles.

[small pederson]

The windshield actually adds structural strength. If you roll over without a cage, it's very desirable to have a windshield to strengthen the roof. This also means the windshield has to installed with the proper adhesive; otherwise, it just pops out.

and did you also notice he has no roof? :laugh2:

[woody]

I :dunno: but I like that :viking: helmet ...just add a pair of 'red baron' biker goggles and you'd be a hit.

Motorcyclists go without windshields on the street all the time (required to wear DOT approved eye protection) so that would be a basis for challenging your 'Improper Equipment' citations.

With as much rain as we get here in the SE, I like my roof & windshield...but each to their own I suppose.

[4ward]

If you can't get a piece of plexi before the event, I wouldn't worry about it. It it's raining, you really, really aren't going to be happy. Bring a tarp, every time I've wheeled on the east coast it has rained.

[Urban Redneck]

If you are going to do the goggles and Viking helmet...you have to get the extra long silk scarf that the pilots wore.

[Roxtar]

Very cool, do a whole, "Every Which Way But Loose" thing.

"Black Widow bikes are gettin to be a scarcity"

[Fore Wheeler]

windshield is being cut and installed as I type. I went with a laminated safty plexi, the guy said that it's as durable as glass and won't scratch, I asked him if I have mud on the windshield and put my wipers on w/o liquid would it scratch, he said no. so with that in mind, if it does I'll be bringing it back to him for a new piece of something different.

I was thinking of getting some NACAR type tear offs cuz I won't have wipers this trip, now that would be cool.

cost for the 'glass' and install was only $150. Not too bad.

[Urban Redneck]

windshield is being cut and installed as I type. I went with a laminated safty plexi, the guy said that it's as durable as glass and won't scratch, I asked him if I have mud on the windshield and put my wipers on w/o liquid would it scratch, he said no. so with that in mind, if it does I'll be bringing it back to him for a new piece of something different.

I was thinking of getting some NACAR type tear offs cuz I won't have wipers this trip, now that would be cool.

cost for the 'glass' and install was only $150. Not too bad.
So if we see big clear pieces of tear off on the trail, we know who it was... :eyes: LOL!

[Scott Mac.]

I still think you and ang should sport aviator goggles and helmets.

[Loose_Nuts_Enterprises]

Here in the People's Repbulik of Kalifornia, a windshield is not required until your vehicle weighs more than 2500 lbs.


Dan

[Fore Wheeler]

I was never worried about the leagalness (new word) or the structure of the windshield, just the safty/convienence of having one vs. not. Now I have one and I'm good.

the goggles would still make for a nice fashon statement.

[Jeff 98XJ WI]

Did you make that new windshield fold down? The best of both worlds. Jeff

[Fore Wheeler]

Did you make that new windshield fold down? The best of both worlds. Jeff


no, the windshield is mounted in the A hoop of my cage.

[Kaczman]

Let us know how well the plexi holds up to grit and scratches. It seems every time I want to roll, I hit directly on my A pillar, and crack the glass. I'd rather have some plexi, and have been looking at Polyshields (http://www.polyshields.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv) , but $150 installed seems to be a good deal.

-Jon

[ladywolf]

Hey i'd send ya a flight helmet, it has 2 kinds of visors, a clear one, and a dark one (INSTANT SUNGLASSES!) but i cant, they're kinda 'spensive....will get a pic sometimes....maybe...


Kris

[RichP]

Ya know how you tell a happy motorcyclist ?? buy the bugs between his teeth..

[ladywolf]

well rich, if thats true, ya know how you can tell a happy jeeper? by the fact that he hasnt broken anything yet;):D


Kris

[Sarge]

Motorcyclists go without windshields on the street all the time (required to wear DOT approved eye protection) so that would be a basis for challenging your 'Improper Equipment' citations.

Depends on where ya live. Here in Missouri eye protection isn't required on a bike.

Sarge