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Old 03-06-2016, 05:15 PM   #496
thstone
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Originally Posted by Greg Holmberg View Post
You can use a Lexan (polycarbonate) windshield in Spec Boxster. For example:

996 Front Windshield Part# 60-996

Weighs 11 lbs. $675.

Probably safer than glass. I'm not sure how much weight that saves. How much does a glass windshield weight?

It's probably also a good idea to install clips to hold any windshield in place.

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Originally Posted by rastta View Post
Great idea and I love the weight savings - but how well do these hold up with time and wear?

My poly rear window has not worn well at all. I can live with it in the rear but no way that I could put up with that in front.
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